EarlyWorks Family of Museums
Chief Executive Officer
EarlyWorks Family of Museums, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
October 2024
JOB POSTING
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
EARLYWORKS FAMILY OF MUSEUMS
Position Title: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Huntsville, AL Madison County
Start Date: Fall 2024
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
The EarlyWorks Family of Museums includes the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum and Constitution Hall Park.
EarlyWorks Children’s Museum is a hands-on, interactive science and history museum for children. It’s a place for play, creativity, and dreaming. Visitors are encouraged to touch, climb, pull, and explore through a dozen exhibit spaces. Children between the ages of 2 and 12 will have the most fun at the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum.
Constitution Hall Park is a beautiful space in downtown Huntsville featuring replicas of historic buildings central to the story of Alabama’s founding. The birthplace of the state, Constitution Hall Park, is where visitors are whisked back in time to 1819 when forty-four delegates gathered to make Alabama the twenty-second state added to the Union.
Both EarlyWorks Children’s Museum and Alabama Constitution Hall Park are owned by the City of Huntsville and governed by The Earlyworks Board of Directors. The board is appointed by the Mayor and City Council to provide governance for the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Hall Park, and the Historic Huntsville Depot.
MISSION
Our mission is to enhance lives and build community through educational, artistic, and recreational experiences while preserving our heritage, land, and historic structures.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The CEO leads the organization by setting a strategic vision brought to life through the collective efforts of a diverse team of high-performing leaders, staff, and volunteers. With extensive business and management expertise, the CEO is particularly skilled in fundraising. Additionally, the CEO serves as the brand's guardian, playing a key role in enhancing and safeguarding Earlyworks' reputation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of Earlyworks' employees and volunteers, including all programs, events, and the management of buildings and grounds.
Develop short-term and long-term strategic goals and tactics, incorporating input from key stakeholders and the Earlyworks Board of Directors.
Approves the hiring and training of all staff members.
Directs and manages the development and execution of programs related to fund development, grant writing, membership growth, and volunteer recruitment and retention.
Prepares annual budgets, ensures positive cash flow, adheres to GAAP financial requirements, and oversees tax reporting for IRS Form 990 for nonprofits.
Ensures the success of all revenue streams.
Prepares the organization for future growth through a dynamic and forward-looking vision.
EXPERIENCE/POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree B.S. or B.A. in Business Administration or related field from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or at least 8-10 years of senior management experience in an arts, nonprofit, or business environment.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of managing a non-profit organization.
Knowledge of community relationship building.
Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite and QuickBooks.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of EarlyWorks personnel.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Earlyworks Board, employees, other City departments, elected officials, regulatory agencies and the general public.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to climb steps and walk frequently throughout the Earlyworks grounds.
Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Ability to work outside in all seasons of the year.
The ideal candidate possesses unwavering integrity, a long-term vision, and a strong sense of accountability. The ideal candidate is practical and results-oriented, with wisdom and sound judgment. The ideal candidate’s management style is fair and considerate, yet they are also adaptable and courageous in exploring new initiatives. With excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and a positive attitude, high energy, and a good sense of humor to their work.
Salary Range (full-time and exempt)
$100,000-$125,000 per year
BENEFITS
The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits. For a detailed overview of benefits, please refer to the City of Huntsville Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
Disclosure:
The City offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees. This information is intended as a general reference and should not be construed as a guarantee of employment or benefit coverage. Please refer to the appropriate Summary Plan Description (SPD) or contact the City of Huntsville Benefits Office for more details.
Please email resumes by November 1, 2024 to:
earlyworksjobs@gmail.com
The City of Huntsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Web site: earlyworks.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute:
Huntsville, AL 35801 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Huntsville, AL 35801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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JOB POSTING
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
EARLYWORKS FAMILY OF MUSEUMS
Position Title: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Huntsville, AL Madison County
Start Date: Fall 2024
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
The EarlyWorks Family of Museums includes the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum and Constitution Hall Park.
EarlyWorks Children’s Museum is a hands-on, interactive science and history museum for children. It’s a place for play, creativity, and dreaming. Visitors are encouraged to touch, climb, pull, and explore through a dozen exhibit spaces. Children between the ages of 2 and 12 will have the most fun at the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum.
Constitution Hall Park is a beautiful space in downtown Huntsville featuring replicas of historic buildings central to the story of Alabama’s founding. The birthplace of the state, Constitution Hall Park, is where visitors are whisked back in time to 1819 when forty-four delegates gathered to make Alabama the twenty-second state added to the Union.
Both EarlyWorks Children’s Museum and Alabama Constitution Hall Park are owned by the City of Huntsville and governed by The Earlyworks Board of Directors. The board is appointed by the Mayor and City Council to provide governance for the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Hall Park, and the Historic Huntsville Depot.
MISSION
Our mission is to enhance lives and build community through educational, artistic, and recreational experiences while preserving our heritage, land, and historic structures.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The CEO leads the organization by setting a strategic vision brought to life through the collective efforts of a diverse team of high-performing leaders, staff, and volunteers. With extensive business and management expertise, the CEO is particularly skilled in fundraising. Additionally, the CEO serves as the brand's guardian, playing a key role in enhancing and safeguarding Earlyworks' reputation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of Earlyworks' employees and volunteers, including all programs, events, and the management of buildings and grounds.
Develop short-term and long-term strategic goals and tactics, incorporating input from key stakeholders and the Earlyworks Board of Directors.
Approves the hiring and training of all staff members.
Directs and manages the development and execution of programs related to fund development, grant writing, membership growth, and volunteer recruitment and retention.
Prepares annual budgets, ensures positive cash flow, adheres to GAAP financial requirements, and oversees tax reporting for IRS Form 990 for nonprofits.
Ensures the success of all revenue streams.
Prepares the organization for future growth through a dynamic and forward-looking vision.
EXPERIENCE/POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree B.S. or B.A. in Business Administration or related field from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or at least 8-10 years of senior management experience in an arts, nonprofit, or business environment.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of managing a non-profit organization.
Knowledge of community relationship building.
Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite and QuickBooks.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of EarlyWorks personnel.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Earlyworks Board, employees, other City departments, elected officials, regulatory agencies and the general public.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to climb steps and walk frequently throughout the Earlyworks grounds.
Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Ability to work outside in all seasons of the year.
The ideal candidate possesses unwavering integrity, a long-term vision, and a strong sense of accountability. The ideal candidate is practical and results-oriented, with wisdom and sound judgment. The ideal candidate’s management style is fair and considerate, yet they are also adaptable and courageous in exploring new initiatives. With excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and a positive attitude, high energy, and a good sense of humor to their work.
Salary Range (full-time and exempt)
$100,000-$125,000 per year
BENEFITS
The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits. For a detailed overview of benefits, please refer to the City of Huntsville Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
Disclosure:
The City offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees. This information is intended as a general reference and should not be construed as a guarantee of employment or benefit coverage. Please refer to the appropriate Summary Plan Description (SPD) or contact the City of Huntsville Benefits Office for more details.
Please email resumes by November 1, 2024 to:
earlyworksjobs@gmail.com
The City of Huntsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Web site: earlyworks.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute:
Huntsville, AL 35801 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Huntsville, AL 35801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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