The Atwood House Museum (AHM), home of the Chatham Historical Society (CHS), is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to lead this highly regarded organization to the next level in achieving its mission. This future leader will report to the Executive Board, receiving guidance from the Chair of the Board, and will direct a staff of two employees and a dedicated team of 100 plus volunteers. He/she will be responsible for chairing the Operating Board and working collaboratively with its volunteer leaders. The Executive Director is expected to work part or full time on site in Chatham while implementing Executive Board-approved programmatic plans. Responsibilities include annually preparing strategic goals and objectives, designing a program strategy, also managing museum collections and operations, with particular attention to seasonal visitor services. Other responsibilities include fund raising and revenue generation, educational programs, and marketing. The candidate will be expected to have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to act as a public ambassador of the Museum and Society to the larger Cape Cod community. The candidate must be a proven leader with museum management or equivalent non-profit experience, able to work effectively with a diverse group of volunteers. He/she should have excellent organizational skills, be able to think creatively, and be adaptable and comfortable in a collaborative environment. Send resume and cover letter to: Search Committee Atwood House Museum Po Box 709 Chatham, MA. 02633Posted on: 03/06/2015
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