Welcome to the MAAM Jobs Page

Current openings will be online for one month from the date received. Posting of openings is complimentary to all MAAM Members until March 31, 2010. Non-Members may post their positions for a fee of $250.00. Contact MAAM's Executive Director to post your job opening.

Posted: 11/2009 (1)

Executive Director, The Sembrich The Sembrich Museum - DOWNLOAD LISTING
JOB DESCRIPTION - Executive Director, The Sembrich The Sembrich Museum – formerly the teaching studio of Marcella Sembrich The Marcella Sembrich Memorial Association (The Sembrich), founded in 1940, honors international opera singer Marcella Sembrich (1858-1935) at her former teaching studio and woodland retreat on Lake George. Our mission is to - Preserve and protect the museum collection, historical significance and legacy of Marcella Sembrich; - Promote an appreciation for classical music, opera and the arts; - Provide educational and performance opportunities to promote the study of classical music. The Executive Director leads a staff of three (a full-time Artistic Director, a part-time Administrative Assistant and part-time Groundskeeper) as well as multiple contractors / consultants from an office based in Bolton Landing, New York. The Executive Director manages fund-raising, collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders, staff, operations, budget, and oversees programs, annual planning, volunteer development and public relations. The Executive Director reports to the Board and serves at its will. Position is full time for 6 month (April to September) and 2 days per week for 6 months (approximately 180 days/year); salary up to $45,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send cover letter with resume to William P. Hubert at whubert@nycap.rr.com . Position open until filled. RESPONSIBILITIES Sustainability: Development and fund-raising: Develops and manages an annual fundraising plan, working with the Board; manages diversified fundraising initiatives (Board and member contributions, major gifts, community sponsorships, sales and special events) Grants: Oversees application for and management of major program grants Partnerships: Creates and sustains effective collaborative partnerships with multiple constituencies sharing The Sembrich’s vision and mission Programs: Strategic planning: Works with Board to develop and implement strategic plan, works with staff to create annual organizational work plan Museum curatorship: Manages the exhibition, maintenance and general welfare of the permanent collection as well as the historic property in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards; defines the scope direction of the exhibition schedule and articulates clear objectives for the continued development of the exhibition program Seasonal Program oversight: Recognizes the prominence of the Artistic Director’s seasonal programs; provides collaborative support as needed, ensures adherence to committed schedules Communications: Provides regular comprehensive reports to the Board; oversees production and distribution of 2 annual newsletters, periodic E-newsletters and other member communications Board support: Attends Board meetings upon request, participates on committees and in strategic planning processes Operations: Fiscal management: Creates and manages annual budget and financial reports (working with the Treasurer), oversees and works with administrative assistant on cash flow, bookkeeping, payroll and accounts payable Staff support and supervision: Ensures a consistent, supportive, accountable team environment; allocates human resources, provides ongoing supervision and support to ensure achievement of work plans, conducts staff performance reviews Volunteers: Motivates and empowers a cadre of volunteers to support The Sembrich; fully integrates volunteers into programs and activities Information technology: Manages organizational data, technology consultants and web presence Public Relations: Stakeholders: Establishes and promotes positive relationships with key stakeholders (non-profit partners, public groups, performance organizations and others) Public Relations: Manages all public and press relations, newsletters and web presence REQUIREMENTS: Masters Degree in Museum Studies, Arts Administration, Cultural History, Art History or related field 3 to 5 years experience in: • Museum Operations • Fund-raising and development programs • Managing/supervising staff and volunteers • Overseeing budget and finance operations • Working in a non-profit setting • Building successful collaborative partnerships Significant experience in: • Fund development (including foundations, annual fund, corporations and major donors/gifts) • Volunteer management and motivation • Working with non-profit board(s) • Managing program operations • Managing public grants/contracts • Strategic planning Familiarity with: • Classical music and opera • Working in a collaborative volunteer-based environment • Data Base technology, Exel, Word, and Quickbooks QUALITIES: Excellent written and oral communication skills (including good listening) Goal and achievement oriented Well-organized Decisive, supportive leader Self-confident, secure, mature, grounded Ability to manage ambiguity and conflict Dependable and honest To be considered, please email your resume with cover letter describing your skills and background and ways they might uniquely serve our organization to William P. Hubert (Board President, The Sembrich) at whubert@nycap.rr.com .