Executive Director

Executive Director Hunterdon Art Museum - Clinton, New Jersey The Hunterdon Art Museum seeks a dynamic and visionary Executive Director to lead our institution into its next chapter. Located in a historic 19th-century stone mill building along the South Branch of the Raritan River, the museum has been a cornerstone of arts education and exhibition in Hunterdon County for over 70 years. About the Position The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the museum, responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations including administration, programming, fundraising, and capital improvements. This leader will ensure the museum fulfills its mission of educating, challenging, and inspiring community through the arts. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy Develop and implement the museum's strategies in collaboration with the Board of Trustees Lead the staff to achieve the museum's vision and mission Serve as the primary spokesperson, representing the museum in public forums, media, and community events Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment that celebrates diversity in art and audience Board Relations Collaborate with the Board of Trustees to develop policies that support the museum's mission Provide regular updates on operations, finances, and strategic direction Participate in monthly committee meetings Support Board recruitment and development to ensure a diverse and effective governing body Fundraising and Development Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies Cultivate relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors Oversee annual appeal, campaigns, special events, and grants Ensure financial sustainability through diverse revenue streams Operations and Financial Management Oversee day-to-day operations Represent the organization at museum events and cultivate stakeholder relationships Develop and manage annual budget Monitor financial performance Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements Develop new revenue streams Oversee capital improvements of the historic building Other duties as required Exhibitions and Collections Work with exhibitions committee and coordinator to maintain a vibrant exhibition schedule Oversee exhibition development, curation, and installation Ensure proper care and management of the permanent collection Education and Community Engagement Guide development of educational programs, workshops, and community events Create strategic partnerships to expand reach and impact Build relationships with artists, community leaders, and cultural organizations Communications Oversee strategic communications and marketing initiatives Ensure consistent and effective brand management Qualifications Three years minimum (five preferred) senior leadership experience in museum or arts organization management Proven track record in fundraising and donor relations Experience managing budgets of $800,000+ Strong understanding of museum best practices and current trends Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Museum Studies, Arts Administration, or related field Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Required Skills Outstanding leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and public speaking skills Strong financial acumen Strategic planning expertise Relationship building and networking capabilities The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Vision for advancing a community-focused arts institution Passion for arts education and community engagement Experience with historic building management Knowledge of contemporary art landscape Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $90,000-$125,000 About Hunterdon Art Museum Hunterdon Art Museum is a dynamic center for contemporary art, craft, and design housed in a historic stone mill alongside the Raritan River in Clinton, New Jersey. Built in 1836, this beautifully restored building combines historic architecture with modern gallery spaces, creating a unique setting for experiencing art. Hunterdon Art Museum was founded as the Hunterdon County Art Center in 1952 by a group of local artists and business people. Although the name implies that the center was county-owned, it was not. From its very beginnings the organization was a 501(c)3 nonprofit. The founders’ interests were twofold: save the stone mill and create a center where art would flourish. In the seventy years since its founding, the organization’s mission has stayed true to the vision of the founders. The visual arts have always been the Museum’s main focus with art classes and exhibitions being the two streams through which most programs flow. Located in the heart of Clinton's charming downtown, the museum's distinctive stone building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its scenic location along the river's edge provides a striking backdrop for its cultural programming and community events. To Apply Please submit: Cover letter Resume/CV References upon request Submit applications to:

employment@hunterdonartmuseum.org The Hunterdon Art Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Application Deadline 12/31/2024

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