Executive Director
Company: Association of Children's Museums
Location: Galveston
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the
future of the Galveston Children's Museum, which is dedicated to
providing an enriching and engaging educational experience for
children and families. The Executive Director will be expected to
lead a dynamic team, oversee strategic planning, and champion the
mission of inspiring curiosity, exploration, and lifelong learning
in young minds. This individual will need to fully understand
museum operations from the bottom up, periodically working on the
museum floor and assisting with specialized programming. They will
be responsible for managing the resolution of operational issues at
all levels, including filling staffing gaps as needed. The
Executive Director is expected to promote the museum through
targeted community outreach that best serves the museum's mission.
The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of
fundraising, including directing the Board of Directors in campaign
efforts, researching and submitting grants, and creating beneficial
partnerships with organizations and individuals that will
symbiotically assist in the growth of the Galveston Children's
Museum. The Executive Director is expected to grow the museum year
over year through these fundraising efforts and will be accountable
for the financial growth and stability of the
museum.Qualifications:
- Education: 4-year College degree, preferably in business,
education, museum studies, or a related field.
- Work Experience: 10+ years in the education sector, preferably
in early childhood education, with at least five years focused on
the business administration side of education.
- Skills:
- Demonstrates a history of success in grant writing and awards;
creating strategic business plans; and designing successful
fundraising campaigns.
- Strong business organization skills, including creating and
reviewing financial documents, creating and presenting key data
points to the Board of Directors, writing accountability documents
for grants awarded, maintaining accurate inventory, creating and
adhering to budgets outlined by the Board.
- Strong sense of accountability for all aspects of the role,
including financial, personnel, strategy, and growth, as well as
failures and losses.
- Excellent communication skills, including both writing and
public speaking.
- Expert knowledge of all Microsoft programs, QuickBooks,
Constant Contact, Cognito, and Square.
- Ability to conduct and attend meetings and events during and
outside of standard business hours, including evenings and
weekends.
- Ability to travel quarterly to "sister museums" and conferences
within the US to improve relations and capitalize on new ideas and
strategies for growth.Job Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a clear and
compelling strategic vision for the museum, in alignment with its
mission and goals, while ensuring fiscal responsibility and
sustainability.
- Operational Oversight: Provide effective leadership to all
museum departments, including curatorial, educational,
administrative, and visitor services, ensuring efficient operations
and an exceptional visitor experience.
- Fundraising and Development: Lead fundraising efforts, grant
applications, and donor cultivation to secure financial support for
the museum's programs, exhibits, and capital projects.
- Community Engagement: Act as the public face of the museum,
cultivating relationships with local government, educational
institutions, community organizations, and donors to build
partnerships and enhance the museum's impact.
- Program Development: Work closely with the Director of Programs
to oversee the development of innovative and engaging educational
programs and exhibits that align with the museum's mission and
cater to diverse age groups and backgrounds.
- Financial Management: Oversee budget development, financial
planning, and resource allocation to ensure the museum's economic
health and long-term sustainability.
- Board Relations: Work closely with the Board of Directors,
providing regular updates, guidance, and support in executing the
museum's strategic plan.
- Staff Development: Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork,
and continuous improvement among museum staff and volunteers, and
act as a final approval point for all hiring and terminations at
the museum.
- Marketing and Public Relations: Implement marketing strategies
to promote the museum and its programs, ensuring maximum visibility
and participation.
- Facility Management: Work closely with Moody Mansion
administration to oversee the maintenance and improvement of the
museum's physical infrastructure, ensuring a safe and welcoming
environment for visitors.
- Evaluation and Assessment: Establish and monitor key
performance indicators to measure the impact and effectiveness of
museum programs and initiatives.Deadline: 12/31/2024Date Listed:
8/26/2024Web Address: galvestoncm.orgJob Status: Full TimeExemption
Status: ExemptSalary: $75,000Application Instructions: Apply online
at . Please include all requested documents at time of
application.Organization: Galveston Children's Museum
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Keywords: Association of Children's Museums, Pearland , Executive Director, Executive , Galveston, Texas
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