Organization Services Program Manager

About the Indiana Arts Commission: The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) is an agency of state government that works directly with communities, creatives, and organizations to harness the power of creativity to strengthen Indiana. Through its programs and services, the IAC funds and supports arts experiences, arts education, and the arts economy that together enhance the quality of life for Indiana’s people and places. About the Role: The Organization Services Program Manager plays a critical leadership role for the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) by advancing statewide arts & community development initiatives through strategic grantmaking, relationship management, and capacity-building services for Indiana's arts and culture sector. This role oversees the administration and continuous improvement of the IAC's core grants programs – Arts Organization Support (AOS) and Arts Project Support (APS) – and supports the Regional Arts Partner (RAP) Network and other statewide learning and services initiatives. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and highly organized relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and can successfully balance grants management, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and public-facing leadership responsibilities. Top Three Skills the IAC is Looking For in this Candidate: Relationship & Stakeholder Management: Ability to build trust, facilitate collaboration, and work effectively with a myriad of organizations, communities, and public partners across Indiana. Program & Grants Administration: Experience managing complex grant programs, implementing operational processes, monitoring compliance, and evaluating program effectiveness. Strategic Communication & Facilitation: Confident in written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly across multiple audiences and lead productive conversations. Additional Position-Specific Details: This role supports statewide capacity-building efforts across organizational development, workforce development, executive leadership, fundraising, and economic and community development. Success in this role requires balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day operational execution, including managing multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines, and adapting to evolving agency and community needs. This position regularly engages with communities and stakeholders throughout Indiana and requires statewide travel for grantee site visits, meetings, professional development, and agency events. The incumbent will work closely with Regional Arts Partners, external contractors, and other IAC Staff and Commissioners to expand access to programs and services across all regions of the state. Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Indyhunger