I've been asked to post the following job opening: THE ORGANIZATION: PUMP HOUSE REGIONAL ARTS CENTER, INC. The Pump House, a regional arts center established in 1977 to serve a seven-county region surrounding La Crosse, Wisconsin seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of Executive Director. The Pump House houses four gallery spaces that feature temporary exhibits of work by local, regional, and nationally recognized artists as well as student exhibtions and juried shows. In its theatre space, The Pump House also sponsors the Lively Arts Series of concerts and performances of jazz, folk, blues and classical music. Artsway is the Pump House's program to promote improved access to the arts for persons with disibilities. The Pump House also publishes a bi-monthly regional arts magazine, The Revue and sponsors classes and workshops throughout the year for students of all ages. THE POSITION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The successful candidate will be a visionary with the arts and organizational experience to lead the Pump House into the next millenium. The profefessional hired will have proven skills in organization, leadership and administration, arts educational programming, strong community relations, public and private grant funding, and sound fiscal management. Desired attributes include enthusiasm, passion, an active participant in life and the arts, great leadership/team building, an explorer of opportunities. The position reports to the volunteer Board of Directors and is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising all Pump House business and administrative matters. These include developing cultural activities and creating educational outreach programs for the tri-state area; marketing; budget planning and management; planning anf implementing grant proposals and fundraising activities; recruiting volunteers; and supervising office, program, production staff and interns. Qualifications should include a degree in arts, business administration, or related field with appropriate arts organization experience. Starting salary to mid-$20's. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send cover letter, resume, references, and supporting materials to: Executive Committee Pump House 119 King Street La Crosse, WI 54601