Terminal City Glass Co-op (TCGC) is a member-driven cooperative arts organization dedicated to supporting glass artists through education, studio access, community programming, and creative collaboration. We are seeking a skilled, community-minded Managing Director to lead the organization’s operations, financial management, strategic growth, and day-to-day administration.

The Managing Director (MD) is responsible for the overall leadership, financial health, operational effectiveness, and strategic advancement of Terminal City Glass Co-op. Acting under the authority of the Board of Directors, the MD translates strategic direction into clear operational systems, actionable plans, and accountable leadership across all areas of the organization. The MD supports members by ensuring that business operations, studio activity, programs, and external relationships are aligned, financially sustainable, and supportive of TCGC’s cooperative values and community role.

Responsibilities:

Oversee bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Ensure compliance with CRA, provincial, and federal requirements

Coordinate year-end financial reporting and work with accountants and auditors

Monitor and manage revenue streams, pricing, and financial controls

Oversee grant budgets, reporting, and compliance requirements

Support fundraising and donation development activities

Budgeting & Strategic Planning

Lead annual budgeting and financial forecasting

Present monthly financial reports to the Board





Support long-term organizational sustainability and infrastructure planning

Advise the Board on financial risks and growth opportunities

Program & Operations Oversight

Oversee organizational programming, scheduling, and special events

Support visiting artist programming and administrative coordination

Ensure operational systems, inventory, infrastructure, and digital systems function effectively

Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and cooperative requirements

Leadership & Team Coordination

Facilitate staff communication and operational coordination

Support explicit organizational roles, workflows, and accountabilityWork collaboratively with committees, volunteers, instructors, and contractors

Help guide implementation of TCGC’s strategic and operational plans

Marketing & Community Engagement

Oversee communications, website direction, and marketing initiatives

Support social media and public-facing communications

Ensure strong customer service and community engagement practices

Maintain relationships within the arts and glass communities

Governance & External Relations

Support grant writing and partnership development





Provide operational insight and reporting to the Board

Assist with risk management, insurance, permits, and governance continuity

Qualifications:

We recognize that candidates may bring diverse professional and lived experiences. Applicants do not need to meet every qualification to apply.

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience in nonprofit, cooperative, arts, or community-based administration

Strong financial management and bookkeeping experience

Organizational leadership and operations management skills

Experience with budgeting, grant management, and reporting Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities collaboratively and independently

Experience working with boards, committees, and community stakeholders

Familiarity with Google Workspace, digital systems, and administrative software

Experience in arts organizations, maker spaces, studios, or cooperative environments is considered an asset.

TCGC offers an annual salary of 60,000 - 70,000 dependent on experience. Based on a 35 hours work week, with exception to special events and projects. Annual medical allowance in place of benefits. Two weeks vacation to start in first ear of employment.

The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture is honoured to work on the traditional, unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and 240 other Indigenous communities across BC.

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📌 Managing Director (Winnipeg)
🏢 Alliance for Arts and Culture
📍 Winnipeg