The Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut is seeking an executive director. The ED will be responsible for the Museum’s supervision, general program administration and planning. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Program and exhibit development, budget preparation, development, business growth, administration, personnel. The ED is also responsible for representing the Museum to the larger community and developing relationships that benefit the Museum. An important part of the museum’s portfolio is designing and delivering curriculum based programming to local school districts; the director will be expected work with the education coordinator to continue and expand these offerings. Qualifications sought include: • An undergraduate degree in a related field is expected, graduate studies desirable. • A minimum of 8 years of related professional experience. Experience in a museum or related industry management role that demonstrates the ability to effectively execute the responsibilities of a not-for-profit chief executive is essential. • A level of business acumen that will assure the continued growth and financial viability of the Museum. • Well-developed communication skills. • Interpersonal skills that will support the mission and its interactions. • K-8 education experience would be attractive. • Display a passion for education programming that targets the Museum’s intended audience. • Possess the level of energy that a hands-on, entrepreneurial organization demands. • Candidates are required to pass a background check and drug test. Compensation: non-profit salary commensurate with experience. To apply: No phone calls, please. 
Send resume and letter of introduction to: Holly Cheeseman, President, Board of Trustees, 
Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
, 409 Main Street, 
Niantic, CT 06357.Posted on: 01/20/2015