Executive Director Vacancy, Seal Cove Auto Museum

Executive Director Vacancy, Seal Cove Auto Museum

SEAL COVE AUTO MUSEUM - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Executive Director

The Executive Director (ED) will report to the board of directors and have overall strategic and operational responsibility for the Seal Cove Auto Museum’s staff, programs, execution of the mission, and Strategic Plan.

General:

1. Provides resources and guidance to the Museum to ensure that all practices comply with professional standards and ethics.
2. Maintains a working relationship with the Richard Paine Jr Automobile Charitable Trust.
3. Oversees collections care and planning in line with the Strategic Plan and best practices.
4. Develops and nurtures strategic solid partners among similar organizations and community members, benefiting all involved and raising the museum's profile and support.
5. Nurtures relationships with Museum donors and stakeholders to ensure they are satisfied and understand the work of the Museum.
6. Works with the development team to steward and increase donors, sponsors, and annual gifts to ensure a healthy and balanced budget.
7. Develops all exhibits by researching, writing, and installing new exhibits and rotating curatorial responsibilities with guest curators and staff.
8. Provides public lectures and education programs to highlight the museum's work and the collection's unique nature.
9. Represents the Museum in community events and celebrations, leveraging the collection when appropriate to increase the Museum's visibility off-site.
10. Understands the need to be a part of the Mount Desert Island Community.

Management:

1. Hires, supervises, motivates, and reviews the staff. Evaluate needs and structure staff accordingly.
2. Supports the staff, task forces, and committees in their work to fulfill the Strategic Plan.
3. Oversees the bookkeeper to pay all bills promptly.
4. Reviews and approves staff and volunteer work plans to ensure they align with resources and the Strategic Plan.
5. Reviews and approves all marketing, advertising, and development materials before distribution.

Financial:

1. Budgets, seeks sponsorships, and oversees events, including delegating to a staff leader for events to ensure leadership and accountability for each event.
2. Understands and implements strong business and finance practices to ensure income to the Museum.

Board of Directors interaction:

1. Develops and provides periodic reporting on budget, admissions, and other benchmarks for success.
2. Guides and supports the staff and Board committees in fulfilling the Strategic Plan through annual work plans tied to the budget.
3. Works with the board chair to develop meeting agendas and Board educational opportunities.

Qualifications:

1. The ED will thoroughly commit to the Seal Cove Auto Museum’s mission. All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and management experience.
2. Specific requirements include:
1. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
2. Demonstrated senior-level experience in a leadership role in a museum or non-profit setting, including grant writing, fundraising, and financial management.
3. A collaborative style in managing teams, including dedicated specialists and professionals as well as volunteers, and working with boards of directors, stakeholders, sponsors, and partners.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort with public speaking and media interviews are required.
5. Skilled in networking at all levels, including donors, community leaders, and corporate officials.
6. Proficient in all typical computer applications and equipment and an understanding of new and emerging technologies is expected.
7. A knowledge of transportation history and brass-era automobiles is desirable but not required.

Salary Range: The Museum offers competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply: Please email your cover letter, salary requirement, references, and résumé explaining why you are the best candidate for this position to: or mail to P.O. Box 106, Seal Cove, ME 04674. Please do not call or walk in. We will contact only those individuals whose qualifications match the position.