*ILLINOIS STATE MUSEUM *
*POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT*
*SECTION HEAD I/DIRECTOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS ART AND ARTISANS CENTER
(Illinois State Museum) *
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*Position Title:Section Head I/Director of Southern Illinois Art and
Artisans Center (Illinois State Museum)*
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*Work Location:Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center*
*14967 Gun Creek Trail*
*Whittington, IL 62897-1000*
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*Job Description:* Full-time position as Director of the Illinois State
Museum's Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center (SIAAC).With guidance
from the Museum Administration, directs daily operations of the Southern
Illinois Art and Artisans Center. Works closely with the Director of the
Illinois Artisans Program & External Affairs in planning, implementing,
and managing Illinois Artisan programs and services at the Southern
Illinois Art and Artisans Center.Oversees security and maintenance of
the Illinois Artisans Shop & Gallery and Southern Illinois Art Gallery,
as well as the overall facility and grounds. In collaboration and with
guidance from the Director of the Illinois Artisans Program & External
Affairs, plans and facilitates workshops, artisan demonstrations,
festivals, special events, and exhibitions in the Illinois Artisans
Program Members' Gallery. Coordinates with SIAAC Art Curatorial staff
(under the Director for Art and History) on issues related to
exhibitions and other programming for the Southern Illinois Art Gallery.
Fully understands and aligns with the Museum's strategic plan, mission,
and all policies, as well as the mission of the Illinois Artisans
Program. Responsible for working with Illinois Artisans Program
leadership and subordinate staff in establishing goals and objectives,
implementing and managing programs, and conducting evaluations. Executes
various special duties and complex assignments that require special
expertise, knowledge base, and skills required for the specific position
at the level of an individual with a B.A. or M.A.(preferred) degree in
Communications, Business, or Museum Administration with a minor in
craft, design, art or other relevant discipline is required and 5 years
administrative experience in a museum or related institution and/or 15
years of non-profit or other relevant work experience. Responsible for
preparation of specialized budget materials and technical reports for
programs at the facility.Assists the Illinois Artisans Program
administration in carrying out artisan programming (including exhibition
and educational programs) at the facility. Interacts with diverse
constituents and audiences. Responsible for garnering financial and
public support and administering programs. Seeks external funding from
highly competitive funding sources for exhibitions, education programs
and events, and promotion, including federal grants where nationally
recognized expertise and higher degrees are required to be competitive.
Performs at a professional level that reflects national standards and
best practices of an accredited museum and brings local, regional,
state, national, or international recognition to the Museum. Follows all
relevant state and federal laws and abides by professional museum ethics
and the ethics of the specific program areas and disciplines (e.g.,
contemporary artisan and art exhibitions and programs, education,
exhibitions). Participates or plays leadership roles in community
organizations. Participates or plays leadership roles in relevant local,
state, and national professional organizations. Responsible for
advocating for the Museum and its programs. Performs other duties as
assigned by the Director of the Illinois Artisans Program & External
Affairs or the Director of the Museum and the Museum Director.
Qualifications: Minimum of B.A. (M.A. preferred) in Communications,
Business, or Museum Administration or a relevant discipline for the
specific position is required with a minimum of 5 years administrative
experience in a leadership position in a museum or related institution
or 15 years relevant leadership experience in a non-profit or other
relevant organization. Experience with administration of educational,
exhibition, and/or other programs in a museum, non-profit, or comparable
setting. Experience administering staff, grants and other funds, and
facilities. Specialized skills and knowledge related to the position
include proven business or museum management and marketing skills,
up-to-date social media understanding and application, demonstrated
organizational skills, proven track record of fundraising, proficiency
with relevant administrative hardware and software including but not
limited to Microsoft Office, and other software needed for the operation
of the facility. Demonstrated recent, active participation and/or
leadership in community and professional organizations. Demonstrated
ability for team building and working with the skill sets of a diverse
team. Demonstrated success in seeking external funding for exhibitions,
educational programs and events, and promotion, including federal grants
where nationally recognized expertise and higher degrees are required to
be competitive. Demonstrated accomplishments of local or regional
stature. Requires specialized knowledge, experience, and skills that
relate to museums or other relevant nonprofits, including working
knowledge of standards and best practices in museums and nonprofits.Must
have excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational
skills.Must be able to work in a professional manner with diverse
individuals, simultaneously handle multiple deadlines, plan
strategically, take initiative, be flexible, and problem solve.
Salary: Museum Section Head I RC-063-16 Monthly Salary Range $ 3,969 -
$5,913
Benefits: Generous vacation with personal and sick leave, including 12
paid holidays. State-sponsored retirement, group health, dental, vision
and life insurance.
Application: Electronically send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the
names and addresses of three references to:
Human Resource Office, Illinois State Museum
e-mail: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>
For full consideration, submit application by December 5, 2014.
Technical/programmatic questions regarding position should be addressed
to Carolyn Patterson, Director of Illinois Artisans Program and External
Affairs, Illinois State Museum, 502 South Spring Street, Springfield, IL
62706-5000. Phone 217-558-6696, email: [log in to unmask]
Applicants should note that this position is exempt from the State
Personnel Code and is under the Board of Directors of the Illinois State
Museum.This is currently a Bargaining Unit position.The Illinois State
Museum does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national
origin, age, or handicap in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights
Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of
1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.
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Charlotte A. Montgomery, CPA Director of Resource Allocation Illinois
State Museum 502 S. Spring Springfield, IL 62706 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:
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