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Executive Director
Perpich Center for Arts Education (PCAE)   |  Golden Valley MN 55422 USA   |  Full Time - 12 Month

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Job Description
Executive Director
Perpich Center for Arts Education (PCAE) www.pcae.k12.mn.us


PCAE is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Executive Director of Minnesota’s State Agency devoted to arts education. Serving K-12 schools, PCAE provides support and professional development to educators; develops assessment tools and standards for arts education; spearheads research, develops curricula, and designs models for delivering innovative education in and through the arts; provides grants for school and community partnerships; operates a high school with rigorous academic and arts programs for students statewide; and supports a statewide, public resource center/library.

Minimum Qualifications: Excellent leadership, human relations, and communication skills, including interpersonal communication and public speaking, with diverse audiences; demonstrated managerial ability that includes oversight of budgets and staff; a completed master’s degree in educational leadership, arts education, or a closely-related field; progressively responsible administrative experience in an educational and/or arts organization that demonstrates your ability to successfully perform the roles described above; and knowledge of, and/or interest in the arts. Preferred qualifications: a completed doctoral degree in educational leadership, arts education, or a related field; and experience directing an institution with strong relevance to K-12 arts education issues.

The successful candidate will be fortunate to work with a spirited and dedicated management team and staff of 88, an engaged board appointed by the Governor, a variety of critical internal and external stakeholders, and state leaders who understand the value of arts education in a global marketplace.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. Board review of applications will begin December 4, 2009. Applications may be submitted by mail, email, or at www.careers.state.mn.us. Send cover letter; resume; and a list of names, titles, and contact information of your references to:

Search Committee Chair
PCAE Board of Directors
6125 Olson Memorial Highway
Golden Valley, MN 55422
For information, contact
Steve.Greenberg@pcae.k12.mn.us or 763-591-4718.

The State of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Details
Admin/Support Director/Manager/Coordinator
Locations
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Golden Valley MN 55422 USA
Contact Information
Contact Name: Search Committee Chair
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Job Code: 25811