Art Feeds Joplin Executive Director Application

Welcome! We are excited that you are interested in becoming an Art Feeds Joplin Executive Director. Please answer all questions honestly.

This position is a full time position beginning October. Work days are Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 4:00 pm at the Art Feeds Joplin Office located at 417 E. 7th Street Joplin, MO 64801.

Job Description:
Art Feeds provides therapeutic art and creative education programs to children by partnering with schools and children's organizations. The duties of the Executive Director are to oversee and conduct administrative and operational processes of Joplin; maintain accurate financial status and expand financial resources; oversee staff and volunteers; gain and maintain community awareness and involvement; manage and lead Art Feeds Joplin and execute the Art Feeds mission.

Duties:
+Administrative Services
+Leadership & Management
+Communication, Partnerships & Outreach
+Fundraising & Grant Management
+Donor Relations & Recognition
+Financial Management
+Public Relations & Marketing
+Board of Directors Relationship
+Accountability to Art Feeds National

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
+Ability to engage, motivate, and work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people and a wide range of stakeholders
+Strong written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive abilities
+Strong public relations, social media, marketing, and fundraising skills
+General knowledge of general accounting and budgeting principles
+Knowledge of human resources concepts, practices, policies, and procedures
+Strong attention to detail
+Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
+Knowledge of management principles and practices
+Ability to supervise and train assigned staff
+Ability to analyze and solve problems
+Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments
+Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals
+Program planning and implementation skills
+Excellent relationship building skills

Minimum Qualifications:
+Passion, idealism, mission-driven, and self-directed
+Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, team focused, adaptable, and innovative approach to business
+Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation
+Bachelor’s degree in education, art, social work, business, finance, non-profit management, or other related field
+3+ years experience
+Experience with non-profit organization and/or systems preferred
+Proactive, helpful, can-do attitude
+Flexibility to adjust to dynamic work environment
+Value learning, children, transparency, innovation, risk taking, creativity, and authenticity
+Dedication to the mission, vision, and goals of Art Feeds National and Chapter

Working Conditions:
+The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing.
+This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
+Position requires typical Monday – Friday office hours, in addition to occasional night and weekend functions or duties.
+Benefits are not included at this time

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* 1. Contact Information

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. Date of Birth

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* 3. Mailing Address

Street Number

City

State/Province

Country

Zip Code

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* 4. Social Networking

Facebook URL

Twitter URL

Personal Blog URL

Instagram Handle

Other

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* 5. Have you been convicted of a felony in the past 7 years?

Yes or No

If yes, please explain.

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* 6. Year of graduation (MM/YYYY):

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* 7. Education Information

School Name

Area of Interest/Major

City + State

Approximate Size

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* 8. I am: (1 being "Huh? What does that word mean?" and 10 being "I am an expert superstar in this area!")

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Outgoing	Outgoing 1	Outgoing 2	Outgoing 3	Outgoing 4	Outgoing 5	Outgoing 6	Outgoing 7	Outgoing 8	Outgoing 9	Outgoing 10
Innovative	Innovative 1	Innovative 2	Innovative 3	Innovative 4	Innovative 5	Innovative 6	Innovative 7	Innovative 8	Innovative 9	Innovative 10
Creative	Creative 1	Creative 2	Creative 3	Creative 4	Creative 5	Creative 6	Creative 7	Creative 8	Creative 9	Creative 10
Passionate	Passionate 1	Passionate 2	Passionate 3	Passionate 4	Passionate 5	Passionate 6	Passionate 7	Passionate 8	Passionate 9	Passionate 10
Driven	Driven 1	Driven 2	Driven 3	Driven 4	Driven 5	Driven 6	Driven 7	Driven 8	Driven 9	Driven 10
Motivated	Motivated 1	Motivated 2	Motivated 3	Motivated 4	Motivated 5	Motivated 6	Motivated 7	Motivated 8	Motivated 9	Motivated 10
Tech Savvy	Tech Savvy 1	Tech Savvy 2	Tech Savvy 3	Tech Savvy 4	Tech Savvy 5	Tech Savvy 6	Tech Savvy 7	Tech Savvy 8	Tech Savvy 9	Tech Savvy 10
Time Oriented	Time Oriented 1	Time Oriented 2	Time Oriented 3	Time Oriented 4	Time Oriented 5	Time Oriented 6	Time Oriented 7	Time Oriented 8	Time Oriented 9	Time Oriented 10
Positive	Positive 1	Positive 2	Positive 3	Positive 4	Positive 5	Positive 6	Positive 7	Positive 8	Positive 9	Positive 10

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* 9. I would describe my leadership as:

very hard on my team.

constantly pushing my team to be better

a kind guide for my team member.

work alongside my team in projects.

give my team members autonomy to do their job.

Other (please specify)

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* 10. My working style is:
(feel free to choose more than one)

Solitary

Team Oriented

Working during the hours of 8-5

Working all hours of the day

Thrive in constant change

Thrive in consistency

Works best under pressure

Works best on a project over a longer period of time

Prefer manual duties

Prefer abstract duties

Prefer creating systems from scratch

Would like step by step instructions for a project

Would like to take ownership of the project

A leader

A helper

Other (please specify)

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* 11. During a stressful situation I:
(feel free to choose more than one)

React quickly to solve the problem as soon as possible

Take my time calmly solving the problem

Feel overwhelmed or frantic

Thrive

Freeze up

Carefully consider my options

Avoid stressful situations

Other (please specify)

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* 12. I feel most appreciated when I:

receive a personal gift for my work.

work towards an incentive.

receive positive feedback from my supervisor.

receive acknowledgment publicly for my work.

receive a status symbol to represent my hard work

receive a hand-written thank you note.

I don't work to feel appreciated, I work to get the job done.

Other (please specify)

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* 13. I base decisions primarily on:

Logic

Emotion

Mission

Other's expectations of me

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* 14. When interacting with email and social media I:
(feel free to choose more than one)

am glued to my phone at all times

use social media peripherally

prefer Facebook

prefer Twitter

prefer Instagram

am an emailing fiend

check my email once a day

have no social media interaction

prefer to talk on the phone or face to face

avoid all forms of digital communication

Other (please specify)

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* 15. In dealing with conflict I:
(feel free to choose multiple answers)

avoid conflict at all costs

want to talk about it

ignore it till it goes away

work through conflict

wait for it to resolve itself

want to resolve with whoever is right in the conflict

apologize no matter whose fault it is in an attempt to move forward

Other (please specify)

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* 16. Why do you feel that therapeutic art and creative education are important components in a child's life?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 17. What leadership positions have you held?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 18. How do you use creativity in your daily life?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 19. What experience do you have in the arts and or philanthropy/non-profit sector?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 20. Why do you believe the children of the Joplin community are worth investing in?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 21. What experience do you have in people management?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 22. What compels you to be a part of the Art Feeds movement?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 23. If a band of zombies attacked your town, what plan of action would you take?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 24. Fill in the blank: Art Feeds _______ .

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* 25. Name a few of your biggest accomplishments.
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 26. Here at Art Feeds we are advocates of dreams. What are your dreams and goals for the next 5 years?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 27. How do your personal goals align with Art Feeds goals?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 28. What volunteer or work experience do you have with non-profit organizations?

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* 29. Work Experience (Most Recent)

Place of Employment

Title

Dates Employed

Supervisor Name + Phone Number

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* 30. Work Experience

Place of Employment

Title

Dates Employed

Supervisor Name + Phone Number

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* 31. Reference (Non-Family Member)

Name

Relationship

Phone Number or Email

Years Known

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* 32. Reference (Non-Family Member)

Name

Relationship

Phone Number or Email

Years Known

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* 33. Reference (Non-Family Member)

Name

Relationship

Phone Number or Email

Years Known

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* 34. Additional Comments

Please send resume to meg@artfeeds.org

What happens after submission?
Your submission will be responded to within one week. If the application is advanced, we will ask for an in-person meeting. One 30 minute interview with Art Feeds staff is required. Follow-up interviews will be at the discretion of Art Feeds staff. The first round of interviews will be held on September 8th. If you are chosen to advance in the application process, you will be emailed regarding an interview time on September 8th. Not all applicants will receive a response. Feel free to contact the email above with any questions.

For more information on Art Feeds Joplin please visit www.artfeedsjoplin.org

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Date of Birth

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* 3. Mailing Address

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* 4. Social Networking

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* 5. Have you been convicted of a felony in the past 7 years?

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* 6. Year of graduation (MM/YYYY):

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* 7. Education Information

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* 8. I am: (1 being "Huh? What does that word mean?" and 10 being "I am an expert superstar in this area!")

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* 9. I would describe my leadership as:

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* 10. My working style is:(feel free to choose more than one)

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* 11. During a stressful situation I: (feel free to choose more than one)

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* 12. I feel most appreciated when I:

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* 13. I base decisions primarily on:

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* 14. When interacting with email and social media I:(feel free to choose more than one)

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* 15. In dealing with conflict I:(feel free to choose multiple answers)

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* 16. Why do you feel that therapeutic art and creative education are important components in a child's life? *Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 17. What leadership positions have you held?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 18. How do you use creativity in your daily life?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 19. What experience do you have in the arts and or philanthropy/non-profit sector?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 20. Why do you believe the children of the Joplin community are worth investing in? *Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 21. What experience do you have in people management?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 22. What compels you to be a part of the Art Feeds movement?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 23. If a band of zombies attacked your town, what plan of action would you take?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 24. Fill in the blank: Art Feeds _______ .

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* 25. Name a few of your biggest accomplishments.*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 26. Here at Art Feeds we are advocates of dreams. What are your dreams and goals for the next 5 years?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 27. How do your personal goals align with Art Feeds goals?*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

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* 28. What volunteer or work experience do you have with non-profit organizations?

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* 29. Work Experience (Most Recent)

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* 30. Work Experience

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* 31. Reference (Non-Family Member)

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* 32. Reference (Non-Family Member)

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* 33. Reference (Non-Family Member)

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* 34. Additional Comments

* 10. My working style is:
(feel free to choose more than one)

* 11. During a stressful situation I:
(feel free to choose more than one)

* 14. When interacting with email and social media I:
(feel free to choose more than one)

* 15. In dealing with conflict I:
(feel free to choose multiple answers)

* 16. Why do you feel that therapeutic art and creative education are important components in a child's life?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 17. What leadership positions have you held?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 18. How do you use creativity in your daily life?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 19. What experience do you have in the arts and or philanthropy/non-profit sector?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 20. Why do you believe the children of the Joplin community are worth investing in?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 21. What experience do you have in people management?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 22. What compels you to be a part of the Art Feeds movement?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 23. If a band of zombies attacked your town, what plan of action would you take?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 25. Name a few of your biggest accomplishments.
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 26. Here at Art Feeds we are advocates of dreams. What are your dreams and goals for the next 5 years?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences

* 27. How do your personal goals align with Art Feeds goals?
*Answer should be no longer than 4 sentences