The Nantucket Historical Association seeks a Director of Properties to oversee maintenance, preservation and restoration of its exceptional collection of historic and modern properties. We are looking for a leader with a demonstrated ability to manage staff and accomplish multiple projects. The successful candidate will have experience with building or facilities management and a background and passion for preservation; will be an effective team player; will be highly organized; will be decisive and clear and have a commitment to completing strategic projects on time and on budget. He/she will be vigilant about the long-term needs of an array of heritage sites on an exceptional island, one of the first designated National Historic Landmarks in the United States containing over 800 buildings built before the Civil War. The Nantucket Historical Association currently cares for twenty-one sites on Nantucket Island ranging from the 17th to the 20th century, all of which contribute to an interpretive narrative of the island’s history from settlement, through the great whaling era and into the period of Nantucket’s reawakening as a renowned art colony and resort.The Director of Properties will report to the Executive Director and be a key member of the NHA’s Senior Management Team. The position is full-time and exempt from overtime. Cover letter, resumé and three references should be emailed to Rebecca Miller at rmiller@nha.org or c/o Nantucket Historical Association, PO Box 1016, Nantucket, MA 02554. The Nantucket Historical Association is an equal opportunity employer.Posted on: 12/02/2014
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