Managing Director

The 5 & Dime, Inc.
Managing Director
Posting date: 6.3.25

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
The 5 & Dime tells stories that engage, inspire, entertain, and challenge audiences, nurturing a rich artistic culture in Jacksonville. Having produced more than 50 full-scale plays and musicals and dozens of supplemental productions since our founding in 2011, The 5 & Dime has a reputation for telling compelling stories through a consistently high-quality artistic product. The programming we produce is intended to spark conversations, as we facilitate the coming together of artists and audiences in dialogue about social issues impacting our shared communities. We cultivate and empower theatre artists—both veterans and those new to the stage—to discover the power of their voices, while ensuring access to the benefits of live theatre for ALL. The 5 & Dime, a 501c3 nonprofit community theatre, currently has an annual operating budget of $120k.

POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Board of Directors, The 5 & Dime’s Managing Director (part-time, exempt) serves in the primary staff leadership role within the organization. The position requires a decisive leader who takes into account the input of others, with an emphasis on deep collaboration with staff, contractors, volunteers, and the Board of Directors. Essential elements of the Managing Director role include income generation (contributed and earned), personnel management, and ambassadorship to North Florida’s civic, philanthropic, and artistic communities.

It is important to note that, while a knowledge of and/or passion for live theatre is an asset, direct theatrical experience is not a requirement for this position. While input from the Managing Director will be necessary from an operational and business perspective, responsibility for show selection, production team recruitment, and other artistic decisions is the purview of the Board’s Artistic Committee. A background in nonprofit or arts management/administration is the priority qualification. All education levels, whether formal degrees or not, will be taken into consideration.

Strategic and Organizational Priorities
• With Artistic Committee and Board of Directors, set the tone and lead through The 5 & Dime’s organizational values, including creating a culture of growth and respect
• Thoroughly understand all facets of The 5 & Dime such as history, culture, programs, mission, audience, and base of financial support
• In partnership with the Board and its Committees, determine and facilitate progress toward priorities and objectives for organization in alignment with existing and future strategic plans, including securing a long-term or permanent home for the organization
• Attend and oversee logistics for all meetings of the Board and its Committees (Artistic, Development, Finance, Governance, Marketing & Outreach, and any Ad Hoc), providing additional support, as needed, in a way that harnesses the resources and talents of the Board
• This position is the ultimate decision maker for all managerial matters that do not require Board approval.

Management and Administration
• Supervise direct reports, both paid and unpaid (Part-time staff: Box Office Manager/Bookkeeper and Technical Director; Volunteer positions: Marketing Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator), while leading them to work collaboratively and in support of each other to achieve the best for The 5 & Dime and the community it serves
• Develop management practices and infrastructure changes to support a culture of joy
• Liaise with The Florida Ballet (current landlord and rehearsal/performance venue) and other outside venues regarding space usage and schedules
• Negotiate and execute contracts and agreements
• Manage office technology and physical needs

Financial Oversight and Planning
• Work with the Finance Committee on financial strategy and systems of budget management and accountability, as outlined in the Board-approved finance policy and procedures
• In collaboration with the Finance Committee, create, maintain, and adjust operational, production, and capital budgeting plans to ensure the theatre’s operations are sustainable

Earned and Contributed Revenue
• In collaboration with the Development, Finance, and Marketing & Outreach Committees, set and pursue realistic but challenging revenue goals
• Partner with Marketing Coordinator and Marketing Committee to define strategy, tactics, and programs as they relate to both production and institutional marketing efforts
• Lead efforts to expand ticket sales and diversify The 5 & Dime’s audience
• In collaboration with the Development Committee, identify and prioritize fundraising opportunities
o Manage the donor cultivation cycle across all levels of giving, developing and nurturing relationships with existing and potential individual, foundation, and corporate donors
o Oversee the development and submission of grant proposals and reports

Communications and Community Outreach
• Generally, be present at performances to give curtain speeches and interact with VIPs and audience members
• Engage in the civic and cultural life of North Florida as the key 5 & Dime ambassador, including volunteer recruitment/engagement and public relations; the Managing Director may be called upon to speak to private and public organizations and to the press
• Represent The 5 & Dime in the local theatre and arts community, developing networks with cultural creatives and arts coalitions
• Build relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials and arts agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Experience
• Significant experience in a nonprofit and/or nonprofit arts organization preferred; the ideal applicant will have at least 3 years of hands on experience outside of a school setting; all education levels, whether formal degrees or not, will be taken into consideration
• The ability to engage in productive problem solving both individually and as a team
• Demonstrated leadership in team and community building among diverse stakeholders, and the ability to forge mutually respectful and effective relationships with a diverse group of personalities
• Robust written and oral communication skills
• Strong nonprofit financial literacy with budget creation and forecasting experience
• Comfort and success with fundraising and stewardship
• Experience managing competing priorities in complex, fast-paced settings

Characteristics and Traits
• Love of theatre and the people who make it, and a passion for storytelling and the mission of The 5 & Dime
• Pragmatic and humane approach to decision making
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to a diverse, inclusive workplace
• Encouraging of different points of view
• Can both take and give direction
• Exhibit both a strong work ethic and the flexibility to deal with a variable flow of work activity, including a willingness to step in as needed during periods of “all hands on deck”

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary for the (part-time, exempt) Managing Director is $30k, with room for growth in both level of effort (hours contributed) and compensation, commensurate with organizational growth. Benefits include:
• Paid time off, including flex time to accommodate periods of increased activity (i.e. tech weeks and production, grant deadlines) and sick leave
• Hybrid schedule: Option to work remotely or in-office, with physical presence required during periods of peak activity
• Flexible work schedule (with exceptions); Evenings and weekends may be required, especially during production and as it relates to Board and Committee support
• The 5 & Dime is unable to provide insurance or retirement benefits at this time.

TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please submit a current resume, cover letter, and three professional references (as PDFs) to the Managing Director Search Committee via email at director@the5anddime.org on or before June 30, 2025. Please use MANAGING DIRECTOR SEARCH as the subject line. The cover letter should include why this position and organization are attractive to you and what you feel you bring to the table that makes you a great fit for The 5 & Dime. A background check may be required. The anticipated start date is August/September 2025.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT COMMITMENT
The 5 & Dime is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, citizenship status, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or city law, or under The 5 & Dime’s policies.