Palace Theatre Arts Commons 710 Dundas Street, London, Ontario Reports to: Board of DirectorsEmployment: Full time, some evenings and weekendsLocation: On-Site in London, OntarioCompensation: $45,000-70,000Apply by: September 27, 2026 About Palace Theatre Arts Commons Palace Theatre Arts Commons (PTAC) is a community-focused performing arts organization and registered charitable organization located in London, Ontario’s Old East Village. Since 1973, the Palace has provided a home for community theatre, education, artistic development, cultural events, and community participation. PTAC operates the historic Palace Theatre at 710 Dundas Street and provides theatre and related resources to the broader community. PTAC’s activities include the London Community Players main-stage season, London Youth Theatre Education (LYTE), London Fringe, resident theatre companies, educational programming, venue rentals, and other cultural activities. PTAC’s mission is rooted in the belief that everyone who wants to be entertained, provoked, inspired, or moved by theatre should have the opportunity to participate at the level of involvement they choose. The organization is committed to community, collaboration, creativity, accessibility, and inclusion. The Opportunity Palace Theatre Arts Commons is seeking a Director of Operations to provide operational, financial, and leadership for this important London cultural institution. The Director of Operations will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, theatre companies, donors, sponsors, government partners, patrons,



and community organizations to strengthen PTAC’s financial sustainability, operational effectiveness, and community impact. Key Responsibilities 1. Organizational Leadership Serve as the primary staff leader and representative of Palace Theatre Arts Commons. Work with the Board to implement the organization’s strategic vision and long-term organizational priorities. Translate the organization’s mission and strategic objectives into measurable annual goals and operational plans. Identify opportunities to strengthen PTAC’s position as a leading community arts and cultural hub in London. Develop and maintain strong relationships with the organizations and theatre companies that use the Palace. Ensure that PTAC’s various programs and activities work collaboratively toward common organizational goals. Monitor the changing arts, cultural, nonprofit, and community landscape and identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Represent PTAC professionally with municipal, provincial, and federal governments, funders, arts organizations, businesses, community organizations, and the public. 2. Financial Support & Sustainability Support the monitoring of the organization’s financial health and long-term sustainability. Monitor and report revenue, expenses, cash flow, financial performance,



and emerging financial risks. Provide clear and timely financial reporting to the Board, and work with the Board and staff to establish appropriate financial controls, policies, and procedures. Maintain effective relationships with accountants, auditors, financial institutions, legal counsel, and other professional advisors. Support the organization’s fundraising and development strategy. 3. Venue, Concessions, and Front of House Support Provide operational oversight of the Palace Theatre and associated facilities, including the organization’s rehearsal, production, rental, costume, wardrobe, props, and related resources. Work collaboratively with artistic and programming leaders while respecting appropriate artistic independence. Coordinate the logistics of concessions, including monitoring inventory levels, stock rotation, purchasing, deliveries, and restocking. Coordinate ordering, pickups, and deliveries with suppliers and volunteers. Ensure appropriate compliance with applicable public-health requirements, liquor licensing requirements, and organizational policies. Support long-term capital planning, maintenance, accessibility, technology, and infrastructure improvements. Oversee relationships with external renters, resident companies, community organizations, and other facility users. Ensure appropriate risk management, insurance, health and safety, licensing, and regulatory compliance. 4. Technology, IT, & Business Systems Oversee the effective operation of computers, printers, scanners, phones,

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