Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.
Executive Director
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries., Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States, 58203
Executive Director – North Dakota Museum of Art, University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND Opportunity to lead a small but vital art museum of contemporary art that has been impactful regionally and nationally. The North Dakota Museum of Art (NDMOA) seeks a director to succeed its founder, who built it over 50 years from an exhibit in a university hall into a widely recognized, influential art museum. Located on the campus of the University of North Dakota, it serves as the state art museum dedicated to bringing contemporary art to the city and to a rural population through exhibits and educational programs. The museum is supported by the state, generous donors, grants, and a dedicated foundation. The new director will embrace the mission of engaging and challenging people of the northern Plains with contemporary art. They will lead a small staff accustomed to working as a team beyond their job descriptions to produce meaningful programming and contribute to the state’s cultural life. The new director, the board, and the staff will amplify the vision and translate it into new exhibitions, collections, and programs underpinned by a stable, sustainable financial base. Responsibilities
Play a central role in defining the future direction of a vital, successful and healthy cultural institution. Drive the future creative vision of an art museum that has had extraordinary impact and influence for its size and location. Help the museum expand and diversify its financial base. It is well-positioned to do so, with a sound reputation and supportive patrons. Collaborate with a capable, devoted board to expand its role in ensuring the continued health of the museum. Further refine the operating model for greater effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability. Live in a beautiful setting and a supportive community with a high quality of life. Succeeding an accomplished and admired founder. Quickly becoming attuned to the regional populace and connecting to an established network of supporters. Further developing revenue streams for greater stability and sustainability. Candidate Profile
The new director will have a broad, deep knowledge of art and art museums to underpin a vision for a museum that is integral to regional culture. They will be someone who has traveled widely to experience art, with a good eye and strong aesthetic standards. This person’s passion for art will feed ideas for captivating exhibitions and inspiring presentations, as they serve in a director/curator role. Respect for the regional audience, who have welcomed art into community life, will guide further efforts to deepen the museum’s connections. While delegating much of the day-to-day museum operation, the new director will foster and encourage a high-functioning team, oversee operational upgrades, and ensure financial stability. A gracious person, the director will know how to spread awareness of the museum, promote its inspiring story, and further expand the audience. This leader will embrace life on the northern Plains and the varied constituencies who live there. Qualifications
An advanced degree in art or art museum studies, such as an MA, MFA or PhD. At least five years directing an art museum or a curatorial department in an art museum. Experience effectively managing people and finances. Ability to generate exhibition ideas that engage and challenge, and also to run with others’ good ideas. Demonstrated success leading teams in producing exhibitions and educational programs. Successful experience raising funds from individuals, businesses, and granting entities. An outgoing personality, a record of making connections and forming partnerships. Skills in public relations. HOW TO APPLY
Nominations welcome. Apply in confidence: Email cover letter, resumé or CV (Word documents preferred), salary requirement, and names of 3 references with contact information by December 13, 2021 to retained search firm: Scott Stevens, Senior Search Consultant, Museum Search & Reference at: SearchandRef@museum-search.com. References will not be contacted without prior permission of the applicant. EA/EO.
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Grand Forks, ND Opportunity to lead a small but vital art museum of contemporary art that has been impactful regionally and nationally. The North Dakota Museum of Art (NDMOA) seeks a director to succeed its founder, who built it over 50 years from an exhibit in a university hall into a widely recognized, influential art museum. Located on the campus of the University of North Dakota, it serves as the state art museum dedicated to bringing contemporary art to the city and to a rural population through exhibits and educational programs. The museum is supported by the state, generous donors, grants, and a dedicated foundation. The new director will embrace the mission of engaging and challenging people of the northern Plains with contemporary art. They will lead a small staff accustomed to working as a team beyond their job descriptions to produce meaningful programming and contribute to the state’s cultural life. The new director, the board, and the staff will amplify the vision and translate it into new exhibitions, collections, and programs underpinned by a stable, sustainable financial base. Responsibilities
Play a central role in defining the future direction of a vital, successful and healthy cultural institution. Drive the future creative vision of an art museum that has had extraordinary impact and influence for its size and location. Help the museum expand and diversify its financial base. It is well-positioned to do so, with a sound reputation and supportive patrons. Collaborate with a capable, devoted board to expand its role in ensuring the continued health of the museum. Further refine the operating model for greater effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability. Live in a beautiful setting and a supportive community with a high quality of life. Succeeding an accomplished and admired founder. Quickly becoming attuned to the regional populace and connecting to an established network of supporters. Further developing revenue streams for greater stability and sustainability. Candidate Profile
The new director will have a broad, deep knowledge of art and art museums to underpin a vision for a museum that is integral to regional culture. They will be someone who has traveled widely to experience art, with a good eye and strong aesthetic standards. This person’s passion for art will feed ideas for captivating exhibitions and inspiring presentations, as they serve in a director/curator role. Respect for the regional audience, who have welcomed art into community life, will guide further efforts to deepen the museum’s connections. While delegating much of the day-to-day museum operation, the new director will foster and encourage a high-functioning team, oversee operational upgrades, and ensure financial stability. A gracious person, the director will know how to spread awareness of the museum, promote its inspiring story, and further expand the audience. This leader will embrace life on the northern Plains and the varied constituencies who live there. Qualifications
An advanced degree in art or art museum studies, such as an MA, MFA or PhD. At least five years directing an art museum or a curatorial department in an art museum. Experience effectively managing people and finances. Ability to generate exhibition ideas that engage and challenge, and also to run with others’ good ideas. Demonstrated success leading teams in producing exhibitions and educational programs. Successful experience raising funds from individuals, businesses, and granting entities. An outgoing personality, a record of making connections and forming partnerships. Skills in public relations. HOW TO APPLY
Nominations welcome. Apply in confidence: Email cover letter, resumé or CV (Word documents preferred), salary requirement, and names of 3 references with contact information by December 13, 2021 to retained search firm: Scott Stevens, Senior Search Consultant, Museum Search & Reference at: SearchandRef@museum-search.com. References will not be contacted without prior permission of the applicant. EA/EO.
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