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Job Description:
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The PJCDM seeks an influential, dynamic and thorough business leader who will capitalize upon the museum’s world-class standards of curatorial and programming excellence. You will inspire high levels of employee engagement and will demonstrate the ability to lead a diverse talent pool to new levels of performance. You are well-versed in exploiting new media to reach new audiences in attention-grabbing ways. As a champion of the museum’s interests, you will not only be comfortable playing a central role in fundraising activities but consider it a priority.
The Executive Director is responsible for the development, execution, and management of the policies, programs, and initiatives of the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum as directed by its Board of Directors. The successful candidate will provide leadership toward achievement of the Museum Society’s mandates, mission, and it's long-term and immediate goals and objectives.
Ideal candidates will have a degree in business and/or cultural management; previous experience in the management of a nonprofit organization and have current management credentials with a willingness to serve as the Executive Director of the Museum Society.
With a degree in business you will advocate for public and private sector support and development, showcase its world class research, programs, and collections and drive its position as a leader in the social media and digital world. You will help create innovative one-of-a-kind exhibits and programs that command attention and drive up attendance by enticing visitors to return.
You will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have experience in a business environment with budget preparation, fiscal management, and financial analysis. You have the capability to develop and implement long-range plans, as well as an ability to develop, implement, and evaluate public opinion surveys and related data collection vehicles. Some understanding of curatorial requirements of a unique museum collection and some knowledge of current and emerging public relations issues and trends applicable to the museum and cultural fields would be beneficial.
A demonstrated successful track record in fundraising and previous experience as an Executive Director of a similar sized non-profit organization, preferably in the field of arts and culture, are assets.
You must have a keen understanding of the importance of external relations.
Duties will include; but are not limited to:
• Managing the staff, services and activities of Museum.
• Developing and maintaining the Annual Business Plan and Budget for the Museum.
• Hiring, supervising, training, and evaluating staff members, as well as overseeing the
work of professional consultants.
• Serving as the Museum’s primary spokesperson, including interaction with the media,
community associations, and others as necessary and appropriate.
• Overseeing and coordinating fundraising and donor management activities.
• Identifying new initiatives and partnerships to grow membership and revenue (i.e. grant
writing and community/corporate sponsorships).
• Developing – in conjunction with the Chair – the agenda for the Board meetings.
• Attending and reporting to the Board at its meetings.
• Overseeing or performing an accurate recording of Board meeting proceedings.
• Distributing information for Board meetings in a timely manner.
• Recommending and administering goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the
Society.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with persons and groups directly or
indirectly associated with the Museum and the Society
• Coordinating the activities of and assisting Board members with implementation of the
Business plan.
• Preparing reports as requested by the Board Chair.
Compensation for this position shall be based on experience and qualifications. Vacation and health benefits will be provided.
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been chosen.
To apply for this position or to obtain more information on this exciting opportunity, please forward your resume, cover letter and three references to:
Chair, ED Hire Committee
chairedhire@dinomuseum.ca
Or mail to:
Attention
ED Hire Committee Chair Box 328
WEMBLEY AB T0H3S0 CANADA
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