*Director, Putnam County Museum*

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The Putnam County Museum of Greencastle, IN, seeks a dynamic leader to guide
the Museum through its next phase of growth.  The Putnam County
Museumcollects, preserves, and interprets the natural, historical, and
cultural
heritage of the county and its people through education, exhibits, and
programming.  The Museum was founded in 2000, opened in 2003, and moved to a
7,000-square-foot facility in 2006 with an annual attendance of 3,000.  The
Museum currently hosts several changing exhibits:  one history, three art,
and four community-curated exhibits each year.  Visit
www.co.putnam.in.us/Museum for more information.

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*POSITION SUMMARY:*

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The Director plans and directs all Museum activities and operations; is
responsible for the Museum's educational direction, collections,
interpretation, exhibition, acquisitions and donations, and attendant
programs in accordance with the Museum's mission; supports all fundraising
activities, i.e. capital campaigns, endowment campaigns; writes grant;
manages museum financial planning and record keeping, including the gift
shop; supervises staff and volunteers; recommends policies for Board
approval and administers approved policies; maintains ethical and legal
compliance with applicable laws and regulations; serves as a Museum's
spokesperson in public venues, by authoring press releases and newsletter
articles, and providing updated content for the Museum website; endeavors to
comply with established museum best practices and standards; staffs all
committees and chairs the Exhibits Committee; and other duties and
responsibilities as needed.

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*EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:*

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·        Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred, in Museum Studies,
Public History, History, Art History, Anthropology or a related field.  **

·        Comparable years of direct experience considered.  **

·        Knowledge of Putnam County, Indiana, and American history is a
plus.

·        Good written and oral communication skills a must.

·        Capability in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Past
Perfect computer programs are a plus.  **

·        Willingness to maintain and build community support for the Museum
through public speaking, volunteer recruitment, and **

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*Benefits:*

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·        Part-time to full-time position, depending on availability and
qualifications.

·        Other benefits include personal time, holidays, and paid
opportunities for professional development such as attendance at annual
meetings and workshops of related professional associations.

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*How to Apply:*  Send cover letter, resume and three professional references
to Putnam County Museum – Hiring Committee, 1105 N. Jackson St., Greencastle,
IN  46135.  (765) 653-8419. Review will begin August 1.**

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