Arts Center Manager

Overview

Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, has an immediate need for a full-time Arts Center Manager in the Programming and Venues Department. The regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with nights and weekends as needed for events. This is a non-bargaining, exempt, grade 29 position. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness.
Responsibilities

Plan, curate, and implement diverse programs, performances, and events that align with the department’s mission and serve the college community. This includes collaborating with artists, performers, and organizations to develop culturally inclusive programming that reflects the college\'s values, strategic goals, and the diverse identities of its community.
Develop and oversee programs that support the academic curriculum across various disciplines at Montgomery College.
Collaborate with faculty to integrate arts events into the curriculum and ensure alignment with the college\'s educational mission.
Provide oversight of scheduling, coordination of booking requests, and maintenance of scheduling records; marketing and publicity (including social media, traditional media, and community outreach); ticketing operations, including pricing; and all logistical aspects of events including technical, ticketing, and audience services.
Maintain safety and security of the building and equipment. Manage administrative, technical and front-of-house staff, including scheduling, hiring, training, coaching, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Manage the center’s budget and contracts, including development and management of the annual budget, tracking revenues and expenses; drafting, reviewing, managing and negotiating contracts; ensuring compliance with legal, safety, financial and College requirements.
Engage in strategic planning and development, set long-term goals and a vision for the center, adapt to industry trends and community needs to ensure growth and sustainability; oversee grant writing and compliance with funder requirements for awarded grants.
Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal laws and regulations, particularly regarding safety, labor, and accessibility; develop risk management strategies for events and operations and implement emergency preparedness plans with evacuation procedures and safety drills.
Serve on college committees addressing arts programming, campus life, safety, diversity, and cultural engagement; advise on infrastructure needs, funding opportunities, strategic planning, and advocacy for the arts in campus discussions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Theatre, or related field.
Cultural and performing arts management experience in programs and institutions serving the general public or related field with five years of working experience.
The equivalent combination of education, training, certification and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
Working knowledge of strategic planning, budget management processes, grant applications, management, marketing, public relations, and graphic design oversight.
Working knowledge of comprehensive public cultural program schedules, artistic programs in the performing/visual arts, adult/children’s outreach programming, and speakers.
Working knowledge of professional technical production equipment, including lighting, sound, safety, risk management for backstage practices, and large public venues.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite; familiarity with ticketing and venue/patron reporting systems and credit card processing.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments.
Sensitivity to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse user groups, and the ability to handle difficult situations.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines.
Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a higher education environment.
Compensation

Hiring Range: $74,267 - $96,558 annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $118,850.
This position is eligible for telework one day per week. Telework eligibility and total days per week are subject to change based on operational needs. Montgomery College does not currently offer voluntary remote work, or withhold payroll taxes for states outside of its tax reciprocity agreements. Employees must reside in, and perform any approved telework from Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, or Pennsylvania. Employees residing in other states at the time of hire are not eligible for telework until they establish permanent residence in one of the listed states.
Application Process

Click Here to apply online
Online applications must be received by July 21, 2026.
A cover letter is recommended and preferred.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., include a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, in your application.
Other Requirements

Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan and may have earnings restrictions per state law.
Our benefits package includes generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.
Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.
Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.
Closing Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

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