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Executive Director, Niagara History Center

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Executive Director, Niagara History Center

Job Location:

Lockport, NY Salary Range or Hourly Rate:

Annual salary in the range of $40,000 to $45,000 Job Description:

The Niagara History Center is seeking a qualified individual to serve as its Executive Director. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree or an Associate’s degree with commensurate work/life experience in history, communications, museum studies, non-profit management or for-profit management. Candidates should be proficient in computer knowledge and skills, and possess creative problem-solving skills. Compensation includes annual salary in the range of $40,000 to $45,000, employer-paid health insurance, and paid vacation. Interested individuals are to submit a letter of application and resume with references to: Search Committee, Niagara History Center, 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, NY 14094 or email to info@niagarahistory.org. Minimum Requirements:

Location: Niagara History Center (NHC) Complex Job Title: Executive Director Reports To: NHC Board of Directors Status: Full time (40 Hours per Week) Responsibilities and Duties:

Manage the Niagara History Center and Erie Canal Discovery Center, including, but not limited to: Strategic Leadership:

Establish long-term planning for the maintenance and preservation of all NHC buildings and facilities. Establish a clear vision for the organization and assist with long-range strategic planning for implementation of that vision.

Board Relations:

Involve Board members in all decisions impacting the future of NHC. Assist the Board to identify community members to serve on the Board, orient new Board members, and attend Board meetings.

Financial Management and Fundraising:

Prepare grant applications, manage grant projects, propose an annual budget, and prepare monthly financial reports for the Board. Manage all accounts payable and receivable.

Membership & Communications:

Design and oversee an ongoing membership recruitment and retention program. Maintain an electronic membership database.

Human Resources & Administration:

Work with the Executive Committee to evaluate staff members. Set performance standards, create annual goals, conduct annual staff evaluations, maintain personnel records.

Community Relations:

Represent NHC and advocate its mission to external audiences including community organizations, schools, all levels of government, and museum and non-profit communities. Maintain positive relationships with the City and Town of Lockport, Niagara County, and other community partners.

Exhibits and Education:

Create and maintain standards of excellence for all collections, exhibits, and education efforts of the NHC. Manage the visitor experience before, during, and after their visit.

Research & Analysis:

Develop a program for sharing the results of research and analysis by staff and volunteers that enables easy access, while respecting confidentiality and the integrity of NHC collections. Establish and oversee the methods for conducting historical and genealogical research.

Qualifications:

Education Level:

Associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, or commensurate life experience, in museum studies, history, or non-profit/for-profit management. Experience:

Three years of managerial experience with a non-profit organization. Proven experience with successful fundraising activities.

Specific Skills:

Proficient computer knowledge and skills. Possess creative problem-solving skills.

Personal Characteristics:

Have good people skills:

Be friendly, neat, highly organized, energetic, communicative, cooperative, and flexible.

Be an “ambassador” for the museum. Be able to work independently and be highly self-motivated.

Physical Abilities:

Note: NHC facilities are not ADA compliant. Have the ability to:

Climb stairs multiple times a day. Stand outdoors for several hours.

Job URL:

https://niagarahistory.org/Jobs.html Posting Start Date:

Monday, February 5, 2024 Posting End Date:

Saturday, April 6, 2024

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