Associate, Boards (Guild Board, Chapters, and Ryan Opera Center Board)

Lyric Opera of Chicago is where the world sings — and where Chicago comes alive. Under the leadership of General Director, President & CEO John Mangum and Music Director Enrique Mazzola, Lyric stands at the intersection of artistic excellence and civic purpose, harnessing the full power of opera — voice, orchestra, stagecraft, and story — to illuminate the questions, emotions, and experiences that define us as human beings. Nearly 75 seasons of world-class performances have made Lyric one of the greatest opera companies in the world. What drives us now is what has always driven us: the belief that this art form, at its best, can move people in ways nothing else can. Lyric is also Chicago’s partner — in its neighborhoods, its schools, and its communities — through education, engagement, and a relentless commitment to making opera accessible, relevant, and irresistible to everyone.

About the role

Full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Boards.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in accordance with Lyric’s mission and vision as they relate to the activities and events of Lyric’s Guild Board of Directors, Chapters Executive Board, and Ryan Opera Center Board.
• Provide concierge-level customer service to board members and manage the day-to-day function of the Guild Board of Directors, Chapters, and Ryan Opera Center Board, including:
  • Maintaining accurate and detailed contact information for Board members in Tessitura, board directory, and digital files, proofing Board listings regularly for programs.
  • Developing relationships with Board members in portfolio, which includes:
    • Board engagement
    • Giving
    • Overall organizational participation
  • Tracking Board engagement, giving, and participation through database and files.
  • Preparing, soliciting, and tracking annual dues.
  • Developing and maintaining filing system for member files, activities, and events.
• Generate all Board meeting materials and logistics, including:
  • Creation of packets, reports, and agendas.
  • Recording and transcribing meeting minutes.
  • Managing invitations and tracking responses.
  • Preparing and assembling meeting folders.
  • Managing seating and vendors such as catering and A/V.
• Alongside the Director of Special Events, provide support for board-related events, especially Ryan Opera Center Gala, Moonlight Social, and the All Chapters Social, including:
  • Tracking responses.
  • Writing copy.
  • Maintaining files.
  • Responding to inquiries.
• Assist with implementation of fundraising Galas as needed.
• As the business evolves, duties may change as Lyric’s leadership identifies the need.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 1+ years experience in Development or related field.
• 1+ years experience working directly with a volunteer board.
• Working knowledge of and comfort working with:
  • Microsoft suite of products.
  • CRM expertise (Tessitura a strong plus).
• Ability to work and think independently, a motivated self-starter who also works well in a larger team.

Work Conditions

• Ability and flexibility to oversee evening or weekend functions, deployments, or performances.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, to handle other office equipment, and to lift up to 25 pounds.

Pay

Salary is $55,000-$60,000 annually.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403B (no company match).
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO (including sick, vacation, personal days, and holidays).
• Life/AD&D coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Complimentary tickets.