Nonprofit HR, Powered by OneDigital · 14 hours ago
Director of Operations and Funds Development
San José, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$77K/yr - $91K/yr
7+ years expNonprofit HR, Powered by OneDigital, is seeking a Director of Operations and Funds Development for The Cashion Cultural Legacy, an organization dedicated to preserving Mexican folk culture through dance. This role is responsible for overseeing all internal operations, managing organizational infrastructure, and ensuring operational excellence while supporting the Artistic Director in strategic planning and execution.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the operational strategist for the organization, building systems, processes, and structures that support CCL’s long-term sustainability and artistic priorities
Act as a thought partner to the Artistic Director on organizational planning, capacity building, growth management, staffing design, and execution of annual priorities
Translate strategic goals into operational plans, clear workflows, and measurable outcomes
Identify organizational challenges and proactively design solutions, systems, and efficiency improvements
Strengthen cross-departmental communication and ensure all operational functions align with CCL’s mission and artistic vision
Oversee all day-to-day operations of the organization, including programs, rehearsals, performances, classes, administrative systems, and public-facing operations
Lead the creation and refinement of organizational policies, standard operating procedures, internal communication systems, and administrative protocols
Ensure operational readiness and logistical excellence across all events, rehearsals, and performances
Direct organizational calendars, milestone tracking, and cross-functional coordination
Build, maintain, and evaluate systems that support high-quality artistic and programmatic work
Support the logistical and operational components of rehearsals, classes, programs, and performances under the direction of the Artistic Director
Ensure safety, audience logistics, venue compliance, and operational readiness for all events
During production season collaborate with the Artistic Director to translate artistic and production plans into clear operational schedules, workflows, and checklists
During production season and at the direction of the Executive Director & Artistic Director, assist coordinate rehearsal space, schedules, equipment needs, and administrative support without influencing creative or artistic content
Oversight of the Los Lupenos Dance Academy site
Partner with the Artistic Director and Board to develop, manage, and forecast the annual budget
Provide strategic financial insight, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for resource optimization
Oversee financial operations including bookkeeping coordination, vendor management, financial controls, and compliance
Develop and maintain systems for accurate financial reporting, documentation, and responsible fiscal stewardship
Ownership of organizational budget and affiliated reporting
Manage and process payroll processes, including but not limited to, approving timecards, managing leave
Lead, supervise, and develop a staff of 2- 5 staff members, establishing clear expectations, accountability structures, and professional development pathways
Evaluate and evolve staffing models, roles, and team structures to meet organizational needs
Uphold and cultivate a supportive, mission-aligned, culturally grounded, and collaborative team environment
Implement HR policies, performance cycles, training processes, and organizational culture initiatives
Ensure compliance with new hire onboarding and ongoing people compliance requirements
Oversee internal communication systems and ensure timely, accurate flow of information across teams
Coordinate logistics for newsletters, website updates, class schedules, event announcements, and operational communications
Ensure marketing collateral moves through the appropriate workflows (copy, design, approvals, distribution)
Support cross-functional collaboration between artistic, programmatic, administrative, and external partners to ensure smooth operations
Represent CCL in operational and logistical discussions with partners, vendors, and community organizations
Oversee negotiation, creation, and management of contracts for artists, instructors, vendors, and partners
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, nonprofit regulations, legal standards, and ethical practices
Maintain strong documentation systems for contracts, policies, financial records, and program materials
Coordinate logistics for donor stewardship activities, recognition, and communications
Track grant reporting deadlines and gather materials (not write or lead proposals)
Maintain donor-related records and development files with accuracy
Support operations logistics for fundraising events as needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
7+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit or arts operations, including strategic planning and organizational leadership
Demonstrated experience designing and improving organizational systems
Strong financial management skills, with experience overseeing multi-stream budgets
Experience supervising staff, leading teams, and shaping organizational culture
Exceptional communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to partner effectively with executives, Board members, artists, instructors, and community organizations
Valid California driver's license and required insurance
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Bilingual/biliterate in English and Spanish strongly preferred
Respect for culturally rooted and community-centered arts organizations, prior experience in a cultural and/or arts organization preferred
Benefits
Flexible work schedule
Health Insurance
Company
Nonprofit HR, Powered by OneDigital
Nonprofit HR was founded with one goal in mind: to strengthen the social impact sector by strengthening its people.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-15Acquired
Leadership Team
Lisa Brown Alexander
President & CEO
Simiso Kabo
Chief Financial Officer
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