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The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is a dynamic, world class art museum. As one of the top ten comprehensive museums in the country, VMFA has a reputation for excellence. It is known for its stellar collections, superb educational programs, scholarship opportunities, statewide outreach, and sound management and financial practices.

VMFA is focused on being a vibrant and energetic institution that is accessible with a strong connection to the community. VMFA embraces an audience-centered philosophy and aims to lead the nation in innovative approaches to visitor and donor engagement.

VMFA continues to receive national attention for its exciting and exclusive exhibitions. Most recently, VMFA became the only museum in the world to exhibit Forbidden City: Imperial Treasures from the Palace Museum, Beijing. This exhibition is part of a groundbreaking exchange between the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Palace Museum – a series of collaborative projects between 2011 and 2016 that include exhibition and staff exchange in the areas of administration, curatorship, conservation, education, and security.

VMFA’s development department continues this trend of fresh and exciting vision that aims to build a world-class fundraising operation and a financially sustainable future that will allow the organization to enrich the lives of future generations. To support this vision, VMFA is seeking a seasoned Manger of Individual Giving. This person will have the opportunity to work closely with the Director, curators, Board of Directors, and other VMFA team members, identifying and implementing a variety of new major gift initiatives and preparing for a capital campaign.

Job Requirements
The ambitious and innovative Manager of Individual Giving will have at least eight years of experience in development, managing a portfolio of high-level donors, building positive relationships, and securing six-figure gifts. This individual will have a creative spirit, will be committed to advancing VMFA’s mission, as well as passionate about the collections, education programs, community, and partnerships. This is an exciting time to be a part of a movement like that of VMFA, and an equally exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial candidate to help engage the local community and capitalize on incredible opportunities for growth in support at the local, regional, and national levels. VMFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Museum Development Coordinator

As a Museum Development Coordinator, you will serve as the development director for the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (CSPM). You will play a critical role in the museum’s ongoing efforts to raise funds that allow it to continue fulfilling its mission and strategic vision. In this highly visible position, you will be responsible for all aspects of fundraising, including major gifts, annual fund campaign, planned giving, membership, grants, and special events. For more information about the museum, please visit, http://www.cspm.org.

Typical Responsibilities

Implement CSPM’s development plans in collaboration with the Development Committee and the Museum’s nonprofit board
Oversee earned income and marketing/communications programs
Ensure the CSPM mission and programs are consistently presented in a strong, positive manner to all relevant stakeholders and funders
Manage donor recruitment, solicit sponsors, and cultivate partners
Oversee development and maintenance of fundraising and record keeping systems, including donor management, research, cultivation, gift processing, and recognition
Identify methods to enhance and expand development capacity
Interview, select, evaluate performance, develop training schedules, and participate in disciplinary actions of staff
Provide direction to staff, approve time reporting, coordinate schedules, and maintain the efficient distribution of workload
Examples of Job Competencies

Knowledge of:

Standards and practices of fundraising, donor recognition, record-keeping, grant writing, events management, and prospect research
Marketing and the link between public engagement and fundraising
Museum field or arts/culture programs
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and supporting software applications
Proper English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Ability to:

Speak before large and small groups
Be an effective and creative strategic thinker and planner
Adapt quickly to shifting priorities
Multi-task and manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
Work autonomously with minimal supervision in order to achieve development goals
Contribute effectively as a member of the CSPM team
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
This position requires proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), DonorPerfect, the Internet, social media, and other emerging technology used in a fundraising capacity. Excellent written communication, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills as well as a high level of initiative, self-motivation, and detail orientation are also required.

This position requires the ability to work an irregular schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business management, public administration, or a related field. Five years of full-time responsible experience in a non-profit, museum, or related institution including two years of administrative or supervisory responsibilities. Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with donor relations, solicitation management, face-to-face solicitations, and grant writing. Experience with web-based programs, including spreadsheets, databases, and graphic design applications. Experience working in an arts and/or cultural institution. Trade association membership or certification, such as Association of Fundraising Professionals and Certified Fundraising Executive.

Additional Information:

The CSPM is a municipal museum operated by the City of Colorado Springs. Applications must be submitted through the City’s web site at http://www.coloradosprings.gov or by following this link http://bit.ly/1CVZqtk.

Learn more about the City of Colorado Springs as an employer and what our beautiful city has to offer as a place to live and work by clicking on this link: http://hr.coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/Human%20Resources/files/candidate%20information%20packet.pdf This information may change annually.

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The New Jersey State Museum seeks a seasoned museum professional to serve as Executive Director and lead the institution as it continues to serve diverse communities. Candidates must foster strategic collaborative relationships among a committed team including board members, staff, New Jersey State Museum Foundation, and community stakeholders, as well as other agencies in state government, to advance the mission of the Museum.

Established in 1895 as an agency of New Jersey state government, the New Jersey State Museum has collections, exhibitions and programs in five areas – Archaeology, Cultural History, Ethnography, Fine Art and Natural History. With collections numbering over 3 million objects, a technologically advanced planetarium, and multilayered programming, the Museum serves a broad spectrum of constituencies.

Core Priorities

• Guiding Trustees and staff in achieving the Museum’s long-term goals and vision;

• Developing effective relationships with the Trustees, Foundation and staff, finding ways to bring forth new ideas and initiatives, and enabling supporting resources;

• Fostering a transparent and collaborative culture, including open communications with

staff and Trustees;

• Championing museum best practices, most critically with respect to collections stewardship, exhibition and program planning;

• Ensuring curatorial and programmatic vision and leadership for the Museum’s direction and development;

• Providing effective human and fiscal resource management; holding individuals accountable for specific and collective performance; and providing direction and enhancing morale.

Outward Priorities

• In partnership with the Foundation, executing a successful, multifaceted fundraising strategy that builds trust along with increased capacity and sustainability;

• Promoting the Museum regionally, including strong and positive identity messaging and brand vision;

• Planning and executing a balanced and innovative exhibition and education program calendar consistent with the Museum’s outstanding multidisciplinary collections and commitment to lifelong learning;

• Promoting the Museum’s commitment to scholarly research;

• Continuing to define the Museum’s audiences clearly and broadly, and presenting successful strategies for audience engagement and enhanced visitor experience;

• Developing collaborative working relationships with established and emerging members of

New Jersey’s cultural, scientific, educational, government and business communities, as well as

institutional peers and leaders in the museum field.

Job Requirements
The Candidate

The Executive Director will be an experienced leader with a proven record of successful management, and an ambassador with an intellectual curiosity, broad worldview and compelling vision. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills, managerial and planning experience, and a proven track record in fundraising and relationship building. A Master’s degree in one of the Museum’s collection disciplines: American History/American Studies/Material Culture, Fine Art, Archaeology/Anthropology, Natural History, Museum Studies, or a related field required, PH.D. preferred; plus five years experience in a senior management position in a museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums or equal time in management of similar or comparable institutions.

The Executive Director will have or be:

• Accessible and collaborative, compassionate, adaptable, outgoing, and one who enjoys the social demands of the position;

• Integrity, fairness, decisiveness, and good and tempered judgment;

• A deep and passionate love of, and a commitment to, the highest levels of scholarship and education;

• Credibility and extensive experience in the field, and the networks to prove it;

• An enthusiastic and effective fundraiser;

• An innovator, with a vision of the future of museums;

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to be effective under pressure and handle constant multitasking and diverse constituencies;

• The experience and ability to manage financial operations;

• Exceptional writing, communication and public speaking skills;

• A self-starter able to bring an entrepreneurial spirit to an established institution; a track record of coalescing others around objectives and their successful implementation.

Salary: $110,000. Applicants should submit the cover letter and curriculum vitae; and arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent, by May 11, 2015 to:

Kathleen Kisko

Kathleen.kisko@sos.nj.gov

Subject: Executive Director Search Committee

New Jersey Department of State is an EEO/AA Employer

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Contact Person: Kathleen Kisko
Email Address: kathleen.kisko@sos.nj.gov

Tower Hill Botanic Garden, New England’s year-round botanic garden located in Boylston, MA, seeks an energetic, creative and organized Special Events Coordinator. He/she will report to and work closely with the Director of Audience Engagement on the development and execution of a diverse array of events and programs, including concerts and other live music, art exhibits, author events, cooking demonstrations, fairs, festivals and flower shows. The position includes event research and development, event and budget management, staffing events when necessary; additional responsibilities as needed and requested. On the day of the event, the Coordinator will assist in set-up, breakdown, and clean-up. This full-time, exempt position requires regular weekend and evening work. Qualifications: Bachelors degree, event planning, hospitality experience or related; significant experience with and interest in art and/or music events. Must be able to manage multiple projects at the same time, be organized and detail-oriented with strong computer skills, work as part of a team and enjoy a very fast-paced environment and interact with volunteers in a professional and responsible manner. The Special Events Coordinator must possess strong strategic, organizational skills and communication skills, flexibility, willingness to help out as needed at every level of event management as well as an ability to manage multiple projects. A sense of humor and love of people is a must. Please send resume and cover letter to: Kathryn Acerbo-Bachmann, Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston, MA 01505 or email to kacerbo-bachmann@towerhillbg.org. No phone calls please.
Posted on: 03/24/2015

The Portland Museum of Art (PMA) is searching for a Visitor Experience Supervisor to work under the direction of the Director of Audience Engagement and Communications, the Visitor Experience Supervisor serves as a leader and overseer of the Portland Museum of Art’s (PMA’s) visitor experience team to ensure visitors and members are well served and problems are resolved appropriately. The Visitor Experience Supervisor works as a team player with the Director of PMA Store, the PMA Café, the department of Development, and the department of Protection Services to ensure exceptional interdepartmental communication and to support the PMA’s goals of building audiences, developing and strengthening constituent relationships, and maximizing revenue. With an extensive collection and nationally renowned exhibitions, the Portland Museum of Art is the cultural heart of Portland, Maine. The PMA boasts significant holdings of American, European, and Contemporary art, as well as iconic works from Maine—highlighting the rich artistic tradition of the state and its artists. The museum brings it all to life with unparalleled programming. From special member-only events, free school tours, and a commitment to family activities, to PMA Movies, curator talks, and exclusive tours of the Winslow Homer Studio—it’s all happening at the PMA. For position description listing responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions, please visit http://www.portlandmuseum.org/about/employment . E.O.E.
Posted on: 03/27/2015