Dance/USA, the national service organization for professional dance, has announced a search for a new Executive Director to steer the field toward a sustainable and equitable future amid ongoing recovery challenges.
This is a pivotal moment for the organization and the field—one that calls for a builder who can bring people and resources together in innovative ways to stabilize the organization post-pandemic, operationalize anti-oppression practices, and unite members, programs, staff, and stakeholders across a fragile yet resilient ecosystem.
Accountable to Dance/USA’s members, the Executive Director will lead with vision, collaboration, and courage—strengthening financial sustainability, deepening equity and inclusion, and reimagining how the field connects and thrives.
Dance/USA recognizes that no candidate will meet every qualification and encourage applications from those who are passionate about dance and ready to guide Dance/USA and the field through this transformative time.
The salary range for this position is $130,000–$145,000 annually, plus health benefits, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities. A three-year performance-based contract will be offered.
If you know someone who would excel in this role, you can nominate them online. Nominations can be submitted by November 24, 2025 by 11:59 pm Eastern, in order for the nominee to have adequate time to consider the nomination, prepare, and apply thoughtfully.
The deadline to apply for Dance/USA’s new Executive Director is December 8, 2025, 11:59 pm ET. Full details on responsibilities, qualifications, and the application process are available at danceusa.org.
Timeline
November 24, 2025, 11:59 pm Eastern: Deadline for nominations
December 8, 2025, 11:59 pm Eastern: Deadline to apply
January 12 – 21, 2026: First round of interviews
January 26 – 30, 2026: Second round of interviews
Early February 2026: Offer is made, candidate begins at least part-time in February
February 2026 or March 2026: Candidate begins full-time
