Museum Director – Dickinson County Historical Society, Abilene
The Dickinson County Historical Society (DCHS) seeks a dynamic, self-motivated director with a passion for history, education, and community. The Museum Director will lead DCHS in day-to-day museum activities, strategic long range planning, program development and more. Furthermore, the director will guide DCHS fundraising efforts and build strong relationships with donors and Board Members. Additional duties will include collections oversight, exhibitions, education activities, publications, and representing the society as the public spokesperson.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organization Development and Strategic Planning
- Membership and Resource Development
- Fundraising
- Office and Day-to-Day Administration
- All aspects of Event Coordination
- Management of Museum Employees and volunteers
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Business Management, a related field or comparable combination of education and experience. Additionally, candidates will have demonstrated experience in fundraising and grant writing.
Minimum qualifications:
- Superior Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Financial and business Management
- Innovative Thinking
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Managerial Experience in the Nonprofit World
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point, Quick Books
To learn more about this regional nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and protection of the Dickinson County Historical Society please visit our website – www.dickinsoncountyheritagecenter.com
Salary range: $30,000 to $35,000 depending on education and experience.
To apply please submit cover letter, resume and three professional references to heritagecenterdk@sbcglobal.net or mail to:
Dickinson County Historical Society
Attn: James Holland
412 S. Campbell Street
Abilene, KS 97410
Position open until filled.
