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Cape Cod Art Association, Inc. Gallery & Program Manager in Barnstable, Massachusetts
The Gallery & Programs Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the gallery, ensuring the smooth coordination of memberships, exhibitions, educational programs, events, & administrative systems. This role supports instructors, volunteers, artists, & patrons while advancing the organization?s mission through exceptional organization, communication, & customer service. The Gallery & Programs Manager plays a key role in fostering a professional, creative, & community-focused environment. Membership Management Maintain & update member records in QuickBooks & Constant Contact. Distribute procedure manuals, newsletters, & other onboarding materials to new members. Manage membership dues, including invoicing & tracking outstanding payments. Maintain specialized membership lists (e.g., Plein Air Group, Camera Club) & manage additional dues as applicable. Coordinate ballot distribution & voting processes for membership-related initiatives. Administrative Duties Maintain & update procedural manuals, exhibit schedules, & session calendars. Manage calendars for office operations, gallery events, Plein Air Group outings, & other activities. Track donations, maintain accurate records, & prepare thank-you correspondence. Manage copier supplies & distribute promotional materials, newsletters, & event flyers. Order office, copier, cleaning, & facility supplies as needed. Financial Management Track & reconcile sales, donations, memberships, & class payments using spreadsheets. Process refunds through Square & WooCommerce as necessary. Collaborate with the bookkeeper to ensure financial accuracy & resolve discrepancies. Exhibit Coordination Organize juried & non-juried exhibitions, including identifying judges, managing entries through Smarter Entry, & curating shows. Coordinate reception logistics, including lighting, signage, programs, announcements, & volunteer support. Maintain comprehensive records for each exhibit, including award details, sales, & participant information. Support high school art programs through outreach, exhibit coordination, & scholarship administration. Educational Programming & Art School Operations Lead the planning, development, & execution of the gallery?s art school programs, including classes, workshops, & special educational offerings. Proactively recruit, evaluate, & onboard instructors whose expertise & teaching styles align with member interests & the organization?s mission. Collaborate with instructors to craft engaging, high-quality classes & workshops that respond to member feedback, seasonal trends, & artistic disciplines. Develop course schedules, formats, & pricing structures that balance educational value, accessibility, & financial sustainability. Manage the day-to-day operations of the art school, including registrations, waitlists, materials coordination, room scheduling, & on-site support during classes & workshops. Volunteer Coordination Maintain a volunteer database & track volunteer hours for reporting purposes. Assign volunteers to tasks such as exhibit installation, reception support, & studio maintenance. Marketing & Communications Collaborate with Marketing Manager in management of social media accounts to ensure consistent, engaging content. Update the website with current exhibit, class, & event information. Create & distribute monthly newsletters & promotional materials. Skills & Qualifications Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with QuickBooks, Constant Contact, Square, WooCommerce, & website content management systems (or willingness to learn). Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong customer service orientation & interpersonal skills. Experience coordinating exhibitions & working with artists, instructors, & judges. See complete job description on their website - https://capecodartcenter.org/