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Administration
Open Positions
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Rural Arts Collaborative seeks a steady, experienced leader to serve as Interim Executive Director during a defined parental leave period. This temporary role focuses on continuity, stability, and stewardship of existing programs, staff, and operations rather than organizational redesign or strategic change.
The Interim Executive Director will provide day-to-day leadership, supervise staff, steward finances and fundraising already in progress, and serve as the organization’s primary external representative. This is an ideal role for a calm, values-aligned nonprofit leader who excels at maintaining momentum and supporting teams through transition.
This is a temporary, full-time (30 hours/week), exempt, supervisory position anticipated to run from April 15, 2026 through September 11, 2026.
Reports to: Board of Directors
Status: Full-time (30 hours/week)
Location: Offices in Greensboro and Hardwick, with travel between program sites in Craftsbury, Wolcott, and Hardwick
Read full job description here.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Sarah Mutrux, director@ruralartsvt.org
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Rural Arts Collaborative is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and organizational data systems for our growing nonprofit. The Finance & Data Manager plays a key role in ensuring compliance, supporting staff with budgets and reporting, and strengthening decision-making through clear financial and data insights. Join a mission-driven team using the arts to spark creativity and curiosity for kids in the Northeast Kingdom.
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Part-time or full-time (20-30 hours/week)
Location: Offices in Greensboro and Hardwick, with travel between program sites in Craftsbury, Wolcott, and Hardwick
Read the full job description here
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Sarah Mutrux, director@ruralartsvt.org
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Rural Arts Collaborative seeks a thoughtful, organized Community Engagement Manager to serve as a connective leader across programs, people, and public presence. This role is designed for someone who enjoys holding relationships, translating day-to-day work into clear communication, and supporting staff through steady coordination.
The Community Engagement Manager bridges program offerings, the community, and donors through three main areas of responsibility:
Holding responsibility for program coordination and internal communication
Increasing awareness of who we are and what we do
Strengthening relationships between Rural Arts Collaborative and its donors through compelling outreach.
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Part-time (28 hours/week), Exempt, Supervisory
Location: Offices in Greensboro and Hardwick, with travel between program sites in Craftsbury, Wolcott, and Hardwick
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Sarah Mutrux, director@ruralartsvt.org
Program
Open Positions
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Rural Arts Collaborative is seeking a dynamic and passionate Summer Camp Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist campers’ well-being through ongoing enrichment support and empowerment-led behavioral interventions that build emotional resilience. They will work collaboratively with the behavior coordinator to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all students attending the WonderKids summer arts and cultural programming. To read the full job description, click here.
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The Enrichment Coordinator works closely with the Summer Enrichment Experts to plan and prepare for all enrichment activities. The Enrichment Coordinator is the on-site point person responsible for all aspects of the enrichment program, and delegates tasks to the Experts, Counselors, and Jr. Counselors to ensure smooth operations. To read the full job description, click here.
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The Health and Safety Coordinator will collaborate with the WonderKids Regional Management Team and the WonderKids Administrative and Behavioral Coordinators to ensure that all appropriate safety precautions are taken and that children’s health and safety needs are met during the Summer Enrichment Program. To read the full job description, click here.
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Camp Counselors play a vital role in this magical experience. They lead a spirited team, guiding Jr. Counselors and campers alike on their adventures. Camp Counselors are responsible to keep their campers safe, active, and engaged. They need to lead their group in a schedule of activities and think on their feet when the schedule goes sideways. As a Camp Counselor, you'll leave a lasting impression on the kids, becoming a cherished part of their summer memories! To read the full job description, click here.
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The Jr. Counselors will collaborate with the WonderKids Counselors, Activity Specialists, Coordinators, Managers, and the Executive Director to ensure all children in the program are safe and successful. Jr Counselors have the privilege of “doing life” with the campers, forming relationships based on trust and respect, and helping the campers to have the best experience possible. Jr Counselors should expect to work hard and be fully present and involved in the program. They will get dirty and wet and muddy and paint-y and be on their feet for hours at a time. Jr. Counselors will be tired at the end of the day, but they will also have the best opportunity to make an amazing impact on the kids in our program. To read the full job description, click here.
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Volunteers and substitutes will ensure that we always have adequate coverage for quality and safety in the afterschool program.
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If you are a parent, teacher, or community member interested in the longevity and sustainability of our afterschool program, please email Sarah Mutrux at director@ruralartsvt.org to inquire about joining the volunteer advisory committee to help.
About Us
The Rural Arts Collaborative is 501(c)3 nonprofit organization comprised of artists, community members, and businesses who work together to design, support, and deliver creative programs to youth and adults living in and visiting Hardwick, Greensboro, and Craftsbury, Vermont. Our programs spark joy, inspiration, connection, and excitement in youth.