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Company: BRIC
BRIC seeks a strategic thinker and innovative, proactive, problem-solver for the role of Chief Operating Officer. Reporting to the President, the Chief Operating Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of the back-office function of BRIC: Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, Facilities/Real Estate, & Information Technology.
Manage a team of [ 6 ] direct reports in order to oversee: (1) operational strategy and financial stewardship, (2) organizational development, (3) facilities, production and (4) contracting
In partnership with the President and the senior team, set direction, vision, and strategy for BRIC's operational and financial management
Develop and oversee the structures and processes to allow for strategic measurement of BRIC’s impact
Partner with teams across the organization to develop data-informed strategic decisions
Oversee newly formed One BRIC production team
Drive solutions on key programmatic and operational questions
Create and implement highly effective and sustainable financial policies and procedures, and ensure the financial strength of the organization including longterm financial planning and analysis
Ensure strong budgeting, forecasting and monthly accounting, reporting, payables, receivables and compliance Accelerate our growth and design roadmaps for success, scale, and sustainability
Experience taking big ideas & opportunities and creating frameworks for praxis, assessment, and success
In partnership with the President lead the annual budgeting process
Ensure effective systems for internal and remote work utilizing technology both for efficiency and effective team motivation
In partnership with the President, set direction, vision and strategy for the organizational culture
Manage the HR team to drive and sustain the impact of BRIC as an employer of choice through acquiring, engaging, and developing high quality, high-potential, diverse talent, and working with leadership and staff to ensure our culture is inclusive and strong
Foster and support our commitment to being a more diverse, inclusive, accessible and anti-racist organization
Oversee HR function, including:
o Talent recruitment, selection, and onboarding
o Management of employment policy and ensuring equitable practices
o Management of payroll, compensation, and benefits programs
o Staff performance management and professional development
o Furthering our commitment to having an organization-wide inclusive culture based on our core values and mission
o Handling union relations and contract negotiation, with support from outside counsel
o Oversee employment law compliance, with support from outside counsel
Oversee a team of managers who handle various aspects of our facilities needs
Oversee rentals program with an eye to safety and revenue considerations
Oversee vendor management
Ensure compliance with building codes and laws
Oversee relationship with BRIC House concessionaire
Create and oversee risk management procedures
Streamline and oversee contracting process
Oversee all insurance policies and claims
Oversee safety and emergency preparedness
Serve as a liaison for the BRIC Board of Directors
Prepare materials and minutes for board meetings
Oversee preparation of and compliance with board governance policies
The Chief Operating Officer will be a values-oriented self-starter with excellent communication skills who will collaborate across the organization for the success of their team and BRIC. The COO will work closely with all BRIC teams and the BRIC Board to maximize the scale of the work. As a high visibility external and internal leader at BRIC, the COO should have a deep connection with BRIC’s core values of Creative Risk Taking, Equity, Inclusivity, Integrity, Excellence and Brooklyn.
Demonstrated commitment to innovation and growth to ensure BRIC’s future in the cultural landscape
Ability to plan and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff
Excellent relationship builder, compelling communication and advocacy skills
Experience developing strategic plans and managing their implementation
Capacity to adapt to changing and competing needs, and make timely decisions
Strong, demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion
Ability to oversee and deliver complex financial models
Advanced Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field preferred
Ability to communicate and collaborate within a geographically dispersed team
Prior experience working in arts and culture/ the not-for-profit sector is a plus
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included, along with generous paid time off.