Description

DIRECTOR

Milwaukee Art Museum

A comprehensive art institution and cultural cornerstone for the Greater Milwaukee region, the Milwaukee Art Museum (MAM) has become an icon for the city and a resource for the entire state. The collection encompasses nearly 30,000 works from antiquity to the present and the Museum welcomes more than 400,000 visitors annually. Over 40 galleries of art are rotated regularly with works from antiquity to the present in the Museum’s far-reaching collection, which spans 15th- to 20th-century European and 17th- to 20th-century American paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, decorative arts, photographs, and folk and self-taught art. Central to the Museum’s mission is its role as a premier educational resource, with programs that are among the largest in the nation, involving classes, lectures, tours, and a full calendar of events for all ages.

MAM is poised to attain higher levels of recognition and raise its profile further, particularly in terms of its collections, exhibitions, and programs. The next Director will have the benefit of a well-received re-installation following a major renovation/addition opened in November 2015, a highly engaged Board of Trustees, and dedicated staff. MAM is seeking an innovative and creative leader who is excited at the prospect of building upon this solid institutional foundation, eager to connect the Museum with new and diverse audiences, and keen to embrace Milwaukee and the surrounding community. To lead the institution on a continued upward trajectory, the next phase of the Museum’s development will focus on highlighting and expanding upon MAM’s permanent collection in new ways, developing an innovative program based on original exhibitions to promote the collection to wider regional, national, and international audience.

The Director is responsible for providing overall leadership, vision, and guidance to the Museum and its staff. S/he is charged with ensuring that the Museum remains a vibrant and active institution in the local community and regularly engages with its peers nationally and globally. The Director serves as the principal ambassador for the Museum to the Board of Trustees, major supporters, as well as the larger public. The Director is the key driver in creating a cohesive and effective organization and staff, fostering teamwork, and creating an environment in which all staff members work together effectively and efficiently in order to meet institutional goals. Accountable to the Board of Trustees, the Director works closely with the Board to develop and implement the strategic plan; preparing and actively focusing the Board on organizational and operational issues as part of Board and committee meetings.

The MilwaukeeArt Museum’s next Director will be a seasoned executive, highly-energetic and passionate, with a record of achievement in management, creativity, and business acumen. With 10 to 15 years of leadership experience in an art museum setting, the ideal candidate will be a tested, persuasive, inventive leader who is inspired by the Museum’s mission and can inspire others as well. An advanced degree in an art-related field required; a PhD is a plus, as is equivalent professional and leadership experience in a comparable setting.

The MilwaukeeArt Museum has retained the executive search firm of Korn Ferry to assist in the search. Please email nominations and applications (resume and cover letter) to: Naree W.S. Viner, Principal, at MAMdirector@KornFerry.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.

The Search Committee will begin reviewing candidates in March and will continue to review applicants until the position is filled.

Description

Description:

The Chief Marketing Officer is an integral and key member of the executive team.  As a member of the executive team, the Chief Marketing Officer works collaboratively across departments to elevate the Center’s earned revenue, optimize attendance, and grow brand visibility within the market for all of the Center’s programmatic offerings.   The Chief Marketing Officer is responsible for effectively managing a high-performing team in both sales and marketing.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Arizona Science Center maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants.  We recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and dismiss employees on the basis of such factors as experience, character, ability and skill, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or heritage, age, marital or veteran status, disability, citizenship, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sales:

•           Define and execute sales strategy to increase repeat attendance and special engagements.

•           Provide training and coaching to sales staff that is aligned with goals and objectives.

•           Clearly articulate the vision of the sales strategy to the organization so it is embraced at all levels.

Marketing:

•           Generate and grow awareness through an integrated marketing approach (owned, digital, paid, earned and shared).

•           Understanding of web and user experience (UX) plus website development, wireframes, API integration, responsive design trends, open source CMS platforms, user interfaces etc.

•           Increase the Science Center’s utilization of digital excellence to grow market share;  this includes website strategy and technology, SEO and SEM, and other digital acquisition strategies.

•           Be the organizational champion for the usage of big data analytics to drive growth and improve ROI.  This includes the integration of data from CRM and other enterprise systems.

•           Leading a culture of optimization through A/B testing to find the best tactics that drive growth.

•           Understanding of apps and mobile platforms, keeping up-to-date on the creative technology driving engagement in progressive admissions revenue organizations.

•           Experience in leading web and social content development that continuously increases audience, engagement and impressions. This includes content management for a blog, FB, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube, Pinterest and Vine.

•           Responsible for organization-wide brand management, PR and communications.

•           Responsible for developing campaigns for traveling exhibitions including demographic/target audience targeting,  media planning and buying, key art creative design and development, promotional planning and execution, , on-site/property signage, ongoing monitoring and adjustment to hit proforma sales goals, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Management of the Marketing, Graphics, Guest Sales & Services, Group Sales, and Membership teams.  Includes oversight of training and coaching to front line sales staff that is aligned with goals and objectives.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training the employee(s); planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employee(s); addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the Position:

• Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field
• Minimum of five years of marketing and sales experience.
  • Senior leadership experience with proven sales track record in a high-volume admissions, retail or hospitality guest service and sales environment. Experience with event management, group sales and reservations.
  • High-level operations experience in cash handling, open and closing procedures, POS systems/data entry, inventory management, staff coaching and accountability, scheduling, event set-up and takedowns etc.
  • PR and communications experience in a complex business environment that serves donors, government, schools, corporations, teachers, parents, students, general public, and internal stakeholders.
  • Experience directing graphic design team.

Other Qualifications:

• Multi-tasking and prioritization; finding ways to improve processes to handle workload.
• Sense of urgency for goal achievement.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Quick decision making in response to changing conditions.
• Collaboration focused on results.
• Directive leadership to assure business results are achieved.
• Effectively delegate and empower a creative team.
  • Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Familiarity with Tessitura software program preferred but not required.

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.

Description

SUMMARY

The Smithsonian is seeking an individual to lead its Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) an essential means of representing and enhancing public understanding of the heritage of Asian & Pacific Island Americans and their historical and contemporary contributions to the American experience, world cultures, and humanity’s place in the natural world. The director will serve as the external face of APAC, inspiring confidence in its capabilities and raising its profile as a distinctive national asset and source of programming.

This position serves as Director, Asian Pacific American Center. Established in 1997 as an initiative critical to the mission of the Smithsonian, the Asian Pacific American Center seeks to enrich the appreciation of America’s Asian Pacific heritage and empower Asian Pacific American communities in their sense of inclusion within the national culture. The Center has produced and co-produced numerous exhibitions hosted in Smithsonian museums and those that travel around the nation. It has sponsored symposia, conferences, and public education programs, published studies, organized festivals and performances, stimulated Smithsonian collections, and produced various media products. The Center is an integral unit of the Smithsonian, with its Director a Secretarial appointee, reporting directly to the Provost/Under Secretary for Museums & Research. The Center has a highly distinguished advisory board, and a small but growing staff. Its budget, supported by Federal appropriations and Smithsonian trust funds, as well as by philanthropic and corporate donations, is slated for rapid growth. The Center’s strategic plan or “Blueprint” emphasizes a three-pronged approach for engaging a broad public by creating an ongoing programmatic presence on the National Mall, a virtual interactive museum, and collaborative projects with museums nationwide.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Pass Pre-Employment Background Investigation
• May need to complete a Probationary Period
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides vision and leadership for the representation of the Asian American experience at the Smithsonian and through directing the Asian Pacific American Center, advising the Secretary, Provost/ Under Secretary for Museums & Research and other officials, and collaborating with colleagues in and beyond the Smithsonian, and strategically implements scholarly and educational activities that realize that vision.

2. Directs the Asian Pacific American Center, with responsibility for its scholarly activities, physical and virtual museum exhibitions, educational and public programs, its online presence, the development and management of its staff, advisory board, collaborative relationships, and volunteers, oversight and enhancement of its fiscal resources, and its consistency and compliance with Smithsonian policies, plans, and procedures.

3. Raises funds for the Center and its activities. Develops relationships with corporate and philanthropic sectors, encourages and applies for government and foundation grants so as to increase resources available for research and educational activities focused upon Asian and Pacific American heritage and contributions to the American experience. Works with the Office of Development as appropriate.

4. Develops and coordinates a distinguished advisory board of public officials, and civic, business, philanthropic, and academic leaders with a view of supporting programs and initiatives and advancing the national interest in the representation of Asian and Pacific American achievement in history, arts, culture, science, and technology.

5. Develops and maintains scholarly and educational relations with other Smithsonian museums, research centers, consortia, and programs, and seeks collaborative projects and activities that represent Asian and Pacific American heritage and contributions to the American experience. Such may involve joint staff appointments, collaborative research, exhibitions, educational and public programs, websites and publications, online and media products, community outreach, the acquisition of important artifacts, art, documentary and digital collections, etc., as well as helping manage any pan-Institutional funds and initiatives dedicated to Asian Pacific American projects.

6. Promotes Institutional partnerships with museums, universities, educational consortia, and community organizations around the U.S. and beyond as appropriate. Develops strategies that identify and encourage increased Asian and Pacific American candidate pools for Smithsonian employment. Facilitates opportunities to train Asian and Pacific Americans in museum-related fields of study, in an effort to increase internships and fellowships in the museum profession.

7. Serves as primary liaison within the Smithsonian to Asian and Pacific American community groups, national organizations, scholarly and professional associations, academic departments and other organizations. Aids the Secretary, Under Secretary/Provost, and Office of Government Relations in representing Asian and Pacific American activities, issues and needs at the Smithsonian to the Office of Management & Budget, the Regents, members and committees of Congress.

8. Builds public awareness of all of the Smithsonian’s Asian and Pacific American programs and activities, and works with the Office of Public Affairs as appropriate in order to do so.

9. Maintains active scholarly or professional standing and reputation by conducting research, or publishing work, or making public presentations pertaining to the Asian and Pacific American experience in relevant fields.

Requirements

QUALIFCATIONS
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the necessary level of managerial and leadership skills and competence to perform successfully in this position. This includes a degree in an applicable subject-matter field, or a combination of education and appropriate experience that provides knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through successful completion of a four-year course of study in an applicable subject-matter field.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE 
In addition, applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the Federal GS-15 level or equivalent private sector experience. This experience includes leading and managing an outreach program that elevates the profile and visibility of a large cultural organization with an emphasis on Asian Pacific American history, art and culture.

The applications that meet the basic qualifications will be evaluated further against the following criteria:

1. Experience and demonstrated results in presenting Asian American and Pacific Islander American contributions, themes and issues through scholarly research, public programming, exhibitions and /or publications with particular emphasis on reaching, interacting, and engaging with communities through new, digital social media, websites, and applications.
2. Demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to build relationships and lead collaborative initiatives internally and externally with organizations to leverage support for and participation in programs.
3. Successful track record of raising funds from individuals, foundations, corporations and governmental organizations through gifts, grants and partnerships.
4. Demonstrated skills for leading and managing a multi-disciplined and culturally diverse workforce, including fostering teamwork and high morale, attracting, retaining, and mentoring staff, fellows, interns and volunteers, and implementing EEO/Affirmative Action policies and programs.

Description

POSITION:                        President & Executive Director

The Levine Museum of the New South (LMNS), located in Charlotte, NC, engages a broad-based audience in the exploration and appreciation of the diverse history of the South since the Civil War, with a focus on Charlotte and the surrounding Carolina Piedmont.  Since its founding in 1991, the core values that have guided the Museum include: Scholarship, Education, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Fiscal Responsibility.

LMNS uses New South history to build community in and across the Charlotte region by:

• serving as a civic institution, an educational resource and a center city attraction;
• creating safe, welcoming spaces where people of different backgrounds and different perspectives feel comfortable coming together to share their stories and talk about the issues and ideas that matter to them;
• working with community partners to co-create and co-deliver programming, onsite and offsite;
• presenting emotionally powerful, thought-provoking exhibits and programs;
• tackling tough and relevant issues where historical perspective can add value;
• raising important questions, sparking community conversation and facilitating dialogue.

By serving local and out-of-town visitors, LMNS aspires to build a museum audience in the Charlotte region reflective of the community’s demographics and to attract non-traditional as well as traditional museum visitors from near and far by presenting authentic stories of Charlotte and the South.  The Museum is regarded as one of the leading institutions of its kind nationally, and in many ways, it is seen as the model in the field.  The LMNS leadership has been consistently reviewed as torchbearers for the future of museums.  The Museum is a unique organization defined by its strong community-oriented approach of ongoing collaborative initiatives, its reputation for excellence, innovation and relevance, and its high-quality delivery of programming.  The Levine Museum of the New South is an organization that truly uses history to build community.  It is an institution that educates, informs, convenes, facilitates and encourages; and its value is felt far beyond the walls of its physical location.

• The current staff at LMNS includes 20 full-time and part-time employees.
• The Museum is led by a diverse 40-member Board of Directors.
• The LMNS annual operating budget is approximately $2.3MM.
• The Museum has an endowment of roughly $6MM and it owns the building in which it resides.
• The traditional museum component of LMNS collects, preserves, and interprets the materials, sights, sounds, and ideas that illumine and enliven history.
• The permanent exhibit, Cotton Fields to Skyscrapers: Charlotte and the Carolina Piedmont in the New South, was named one of the best exhibitions in the Southeast by the Southeastern Museum Conference Curators’ Committee.  This exhibit is the cornerstone and “front door” of LMNS for many in the community.
• The Museum presents traveling exhibitions as well as original exhibitions developed and presented by the staff at LMNS.
• The educational component of LMNS presents opportunities for life-long learning about history for the benefit, enjoyment and education of children and adults, and provides historical context for contemporary issues and a community forum for thoughtful discussion.

Requirements

POSITION & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The President & Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and is responsible for leading all aspects of the Museum – from day-to-day operations to strategic initiatives, and from community partnerships to national leadership.  The successful candidate must be a supremely capable leader in virtually all key areas related to the Museum, including:

Business and Strategic Planning

• Work in conjunction with the Board to establish goals, objectives and measurements of the Museum’s annual and long-term activities;
• Annually assess progress toward achieving the plan and report to the Board;
• Seek input from internal and external stakeholders to assess effectiveness of programs and services;

Board Liaison

• Provide leadership and support to Board and Committees to meet agreed upon goals; coordinate Board and staff assignments;
• Prepare Executive Report of Museum activities for monthly Board meetings;
• Assist Board with cultivating prospective board members and key volunteers; assist with orientation of new members;

Programming and Exhibitions

• Oversee the development of high quality programmatic offerings consistent with the Museum’s mission and responsive to community needs;
• Oversee the selection and display of temporary exhibits;
• Maintain the quality of the Core Exhibit to ensure visitor interest and satisfaction;
• Direct the development of new exhibition projects;
• Maintain appropriate policies and procedures to govern selection and maintenance of programs, exhibits and collections;

Staff Management

• Hire, mentor and develop Museum staff;
• Conduct performance evaluations in accordance with Museum policies and recommend compensation for staff;
• Ensure maintenance of position descriptions, performance evaluations, policies and procedures and other documents as prescribed by best practice and legal requirements;
• Participate in annual self-assessment and performance evaluation.

Financial Management

• Oversee the development of annual and longer term financial plans including budgets, cash flow analyses and balance sheet management;
• Ensure adherence to financial and accounting standards and principles;
• Ensure adherence to the restrictions and reporting requirements of donor and grant gifts;
• Maintain physical facilities in good working order;

Fundraising

• Direct the activities of the Development and Marketing functions to maximize membership, rental and store revenue;
• Direct the identification and submission of grant funding opportunities;
• Identifies and solicits major gifts from individuals and corporations for operating budget;
• Identifies and solicits endowment and planned giving pledges;

Public Relations

• Establish and nurture relationships with key community partners;
• Direct marketing efforts to increase visibility and visitation;
• Actively participate in community activities that promote the mission of the Museum;

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The next President & Executive Director of LMNS must be a leader of the highest order, recognizing the successes of the past and charting a course for greater evolution and impact in the future.  He/She should possess the following key qualifications:

• Possessing a genuine and identifiable calling, passion, sense of duty, and an appreciation of the role that history plays in building community;
• Minimum of seven years of executive leadership experience; with significant nonprofit experience as either staff or board member;  Museum experience is a plus but not required;
• Bachelor’s Degree required, with a preference for candidates with an advanced degree and/or continuing education in history, political science, law, education, sociology, psychology, business or other related field;
• Demonstrated experience and success in leadership roles that have required active fundraising and fund development; Major donor cultivation and solicitation experience required;
• Highly entrepreneurial, with the ability to grow services and resources with strong fiscal           responsibility;
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and Board, community partners, elected officials, regional and national institutions, corporations and foundations;
• Authenticity and the proven ability to work as a team player with diverse groups of people as well as excellence in managing and developing diverse teams;
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Superior communication skills (written and verbal), including public speaking experience;
• Highly motivated, action-oriented self-starter with strong organizational skills, especially planning and coordination;
• Excellent time and task management skills as evidenced by a proven ability to efficiently and effectively handle multiple tasks at the same time with appropriate delegation and decision making;
• Sound decision-making skills in an ever-changing environment; ability to adapt, plan for and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting;
• Highest levels of integrity, professional maturity and sound judgment;
• Availability to work outside of traditional business hours, to travel locally and occasionally regionally and nationally.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & Competencies

To perform the job successfully, the successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to manage and grow a complex organization while executing effectively across a broad spectrum of responsibilities;
• Possessing keen strategic agility and institutional/community vision;
• Diplomatic influence, with high interpersonal and political savvy; keen external awareness;
• Collaborative and opportunity-oriented, sees the possibilities rather than the problems; seeks ways in which the Museum can bring together individuals, organizations, partners and institutions for productive and important dialogue and debate in a safe and apolitical manner;
• Creativity marked by courage;
• Possessing the balance of humility and will;
• Change Agent;
• Cultural Proficiency;
• Maestro with staff – hires the best, brings out the best in staff;
• Knows how and when to use the Board and volunteers;
• Gracious, puts others out in front;
• Poised, mature, confident and humble;
• Resilient, cheerleader and coach;
• Highly motivated to succeed for the good of the organization, not themselves.