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Posted by authorization of the Board of Trustees
Executive Director Search.
The Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village, a private non-profit
educational organization seeks an enthusiastic individual to lead this
institution into its next phase of development. Manage a $300,000 budget and
supervise staff of 8.5 FTE. Candidate should be fluent in professional museum
standards and have strong working knowledge of nonprofit fiscal management.
S/he should be capable of interacting with a diverse constituency; possess
team-building skills; fund-raising experience; and have a focus on program
development.
Dedicated to preserving the agricultural heritage of Delaware and the
Delmarva Peninsula and to serving as a vital resource in the community
through its exhibits and educational programming, DAMV opened to the public
in 1980. Long-term and changing exhibitions in the 40,000 square foot museum
building convey the story of technological growth and change in Delmarva's
agricultural industries and farm life, from horse-drawn plows to a Stearman
bi-plane crop duster. Collections of national significance at the Museum
include the 20th century's first chicken broiler house (on the National
Register of Historic Places) and the folk art of Delaware native, Jehu
Camper, who whittled rural scenes from the early 20th century.
Guests can also stroll through Loockerman Landing, a 19th century rural
village with 15 historic structures including, a fully furnished farmstead,
schoolhouse, country store, church, reconstructed mill and other village
businesses. During special events, the Village comes alive with volunteer
interpreters. Nearly 200 individuals from around the state are part of the
museum's Volunteer Corp.
The Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village is located in Delaware's capital
city, Dover-a city of grand Georgian and Victorian homes where horse-drawn
buggies from the nearby Amish community are a common sight on city streets.
The greater Dover area is home to 10 museums which partner with each other
through the collaborative, Museums of Greater Dover. Within a 100-mile radius
of Dover are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, DC. Rehobeth, Dewey and
Bethany Beaches are less than a one-hour drive. See www.cityofdover.com
A full position description and application instructions follow:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, DELAWARE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM AND VILLAGE
BROAD FUNCTION:
Administer daily operations of museum through development, direction and
promotion of museum's goals and objectives. Promote and enhance public use,
understanding and enjoyment of museum facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Governance and Administration
o Provide professional expertise to Board of Trustees as ex-officio
member of Board. Advise Board on policy development.
o Serve on Board committees and task forces in advisory capacity.
o Implement Board-directed policies.
o Assist with strategic planning; implement and evaluate short and
long-term plans.
o Recruit, supervise, evaluate and terminate staff. Oversee large
volunteer program.
o Liaison with community groups and leaders, media, and local and state
governments.
o Supervise management of physical plant; negotiate contracts and
oversee work.
Fiscal Management
o Demonstrate financial management through development and
implementation of Board approved budget.
o Work with auditors to ensure responsible fiscal management of
operations.
o Prepare and submit funding proposals to government, corporate and
private foundations.
o Administer membership program.
o Assist Board with private fund-raising through special events, annual
campaign, and other solicitation programs.
Programs
o Maintain and oversee active collections program; ensure professional
standards of collections management and historical preservation.
o Develop and direct strong exhibitions program, including 4 - 8
temporary exhibits per year
- traveling and/or developed in-house.
o Supervise and direct development of educational programs for schools
and general public
o Develop and participate in special public events at Museum and
off-site.
QUALIFICATIONS:
o Minimum three years progressive supervisory experience in museum or
related organization
o Fluent in professional standards for collections, exhibits, education and
building preservation
o Strong working knowledge of nonprofit fiscal management
o Self-motivated, with attention to detail
o Strong organizational and team-building skills
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable with
diverse constituencies
o Ability to develop and nurture alliances within community
EDUCATION:
o MA in Museum Studies, American Studies, History, or related field and/or
equivalent experience
o Knowledge of agricultural history/science a plus
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND EVALUATION:
The Executive Director reports to the Board of Trustees through the Board's
Executive Committee. The Executive Committee evaluates the Director's
performance.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
$35,000 - $45,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits include vacation and sick leave, cafeteria plan and professional
development opportunities.
The Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village reserves the right to revise or
change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job
description does not constitute a written or implied contract.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter, three references, and resume listing education and
experience to:
SEARCH COMMITTEE
Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village
866 N. Dupont Hwy
Dover, DE 19901
www.agriculturalmuseum.org
or email with attachments in MS WORD to: [log in to unmask]
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
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