Executive Director

Executive Director

The Rocky Mountain Arts Association (home of the Denver Feminist Chorus and Denver Gay Men's Chorus) is seeking a dynamic and experienced nonprofit leader to guide our organization into the next chapter of our 40+ year history.

For more than four decades, RMArts has built community through music while advocating for justice, equity, and visibility for LGBTQIA+ people. As we look to the future, we are seeking a collaborative and visionary Executive Director to strengthen our organizational sustainability, expand philanthropic support, deepen community engagement, and help advance our mission for years to come.

The Rocky Mountain Arts Association (RMArts) is one of the state's premier performing arts organizations, producing a series of concerts each year and participating in dozens of community outreach events. RMArts is the oldest & largest LGBTQIA+ arts organization in Colorado with two current programs, the Denver Feminist Chorus (DFC) and Denver Gay Men's Chorus (DGMC). RMArts currently operates with an annual budget of approximately $650,000.

The mission of RMArts is to build community through music. We have provided inspiring choral performances with themes of social justice, equality, and acceptance since 1982. We value entertaining, educating, inspiring, and empowering our audiences to create and nurture safe, supportive, and inclusive communities for our singers and for all citizens.

Most importantly, we provide a safe environment and community for over 300 gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning, intersex, and asexual and/or allies to express their artistry. Our performances contribute to the diversity and vibrancy of the arts community in Colorado, and educational, cultural, and social enrichment for our audiences.

The Executive Director (ED) serves as chief executive of Rocky Mountain Arts Association and, through frequent collaboration with the Board, is responsible for the overall success of the organization. The ED will foster a collaborative and respectful environment that facilitates high performance of all staff and volunteers. Through a collaborative relationship, the ED will establish a culture alongside the RMArts Artistic Directors that facilitates the success of programming, including:

• Clear and authentic communication,
• Creating an environment of trust and close collaboration, and
• Shared vision for all of RMArts grounded in artistic excellence and the advancement of the mission and vision of RMArts and its Programs.

The Board delegates responsibility for management and day-to-day operations to the ED; they have the authority to carry out these responsibilities in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The ED will lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan while supporting the Board as it carries out its governance functions. In this management capacity, the ED supervises one full time employee (Office Manager) and two contract employees (Marketing Manager and Staff Accountant).

As the primary spokesperson and revenue generator for RMArts, the ED cultivates relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders to meet contributed revenue goals as well as interfacing with the community through media engagements and public speaking. In addition, the ED serves as a key liaison to community organizations, dedicating time to building and sustaining strong, impactful partnerships.

The ED primarily works in a climate controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Hybrid work options are available and this position requires frequent travel throughout the Denver metro area. This position may also work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.

NOTE: This job description delineates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees performing this job. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract of employment. Rocky Mountain Arts Association reserves the right to change job descriptions at any time, with or without notice, as service needs require.

The RMArts Executive Director is a full-time, non-exempt salaried position. The salary range of this position is $80,000 – $95,000 per year. Full time employees of RMArts are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits program that can be discussed on an individual basis.

To be fully considered for this position, please complete the application form using this link:

Using this application, please upload the following:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter (2 pages max) outlining:
• Your interest in this position
• Your skills and previous experiences as they relate to this position

Applications will be accepted until June 26, 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered. This position has an anticipated start date in August or September of 2026.

To learn more about this position and the organization, interested candidates may reach out to RMArts Board Chair Marcus Turner at View email address on click.appcast.io.