Director [Silver City Museum, Silver City, NM]

Description

The Town of Silver City is accepting applications for the position of Museum Director.  Responsibilities include developing and enhancing daily operations of the Silver City Museum in a successful and sustainable manner, while working in a collaboration with private and town-appointed boards.  Requirements include:  BA in Western History, Museum Studies, Public History, Southwest Studies, or related field; MA or PhD in related field preferred; 4-5 years experience working in a museum environment demonstrating progressive responsibilities; proven experience in developing community related exhibits and programs; preferred experience with senior-level, museum administrative duties including fiscal management, fundraising, grant-writing, marketing and project management; demonstrated knowledge of standards and practices of not-for-profit management is essential; experience in small museums and knowledge of New Mexico history is helpful.  Demonstrated leadership and management abilities, along with communication, collaboration, and team-building skills; ability to work effectively within complex organizations while serving as key spokesperson for a community asset; excellent written and verbal skills, as well as demonstrated efficiency and time-management awareness; proficient computer skills with ability to work with basic software including accounting applications; must be able to operate basic office machinery and exhibit-production equipment.

A cover letter, resume and Town application form must be submitted by March 15, 2016 to Town of Silver City, Personnel Office, P O Box 1188, Silver City, NM  88062.  Application forms and detailed job description are available at Town Hall or townofsilvercity.org.

Responsible for day-to-day management of museum operations including staff supervision, project management, fiscal management, oversight and fulfillment of the mission and vision, and the execution of all strategic planning initiatives for the organization.  The Director will oversee all areas of the operation, including, but not limited to strategic planning, membership, marketing and public relations, while supervising all museum departments.  Builds and maintains partnerships while developing collaborative activities with community institutions and nearby, related organizations.  Maintains and strengthens museum policies and procedures in keeping with museum standards as articulated by Accreditation Commission of the American Association of Museums.  Builds and maintains a culture of transparency within the Museum through staff communication and regular meetings with Town officials, while assisting development of agendas for both the Town of Silver City Advisory Board and the Silver City Museum Society Board.  Works closely with both boards to communicate museum resource and equipment needs, while ensuring that all groups (including volunteers) are working toward improvement of museum operations.  Works closely with the Town of Silver City and the local CLG Coordinator on community historic preservation issues.  Works closely with staff to ensure that all public outreach activities, including exhibits, programs, and special events are conducted with professionalism and integrity, in keeping with current academic understanding and interpretation of regional history.  Provides the Town of Silver City’s Town Council with appropriate reports and information, in consultation with the Town Manager, as needed.  Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions:  Office Environment, some travel required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. (L) 5  8  12 13

February 2016

Requirements

SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

NM Class D Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 30 days

EDUCATION-MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

BA in Western History, Museum Studies, Public History, Southwest Studies, or related field

MA or PhD in related field preferred

EXPERIENCE-MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

4-5 years minimum experience working in a museum environment demonstrating progressive responsibilities.  Proven experience in developing community related exhibits and programs.  Preferred experience with senior-level, museum administrative duties including fiscal management, fundraising, grant-writing, marketing and project management.  Demonstrated knowledge of standards and practices of not-for-profit management is essential.  Experience in small museums and knowledge of New Mexico history is helpful.

ABILITIES-MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

Demonstrated leadership and management abilities, along with communication, collaboration, and team-building skills.  Ability to work effectively within complex organizations while serving as key spokesperson for a community asset.  Excellent written and verbal skills, as well as demonstrated efficiency and time-management awareness.  Must have proficient computer skills with ability to work with basic software including accounting applications; must be able to operate basic office machinery and exhibit-production equipment.