Job description

Summary

The new Columbus Area Children’s Museum (CACM) is seeking its first Executive Director to lead the launch of its building opening, membership, programming, and operations, setting the Museum up for long-term success.

With a planned public opening in Fall, 2023, the Board of Directors (BOD) seeks an entrepreneurial self-starter and team builder to lead the final phases of the Capital Campaign and building of the Museum exhibits. The Executive Director will hire essential staff and/or manage volunteers and ensure the success of all organizational operations, programs, education, fundraising, marketing, and advocacy.

The Executive Director will work closely with and report to the Board President and Board of Directors (BOD). The Executive Director is the primary spokesperson for the organization in public settings and acts and advocates on behalf of Columbus Area Children’s Museum.

The Executive Director will lead the strategic planning process for Columbus Area Children’s Museum. This includes an assessment of potential programs and services and ensuring effective implementation of the Columbus Area Children’s Museum mission through its programs.

The Executive Director ensures the CACM’s mission, strategy, daily activities, and functions are appropriately and responsibly carried out.

The Executive Director is responsible for the implementation of policies set by the Columbus Area Children’s Museum Board of Directors.

Essential Functions

Provide administrative management of the organization, providing direction and leadership

· With the Board of Directors and Capital Campaign Committee, complete fundraising for the building. Create, coordinate, and execute a comprehensive fundraising and development plan for ongoing operations. Develop relationships and partnerships with donors/partners and funding entities. Manage grant applications for programs and ensure compliance to grant specifications.

· Develop the annual budget and operate within the approved budget. Make decisions to ensure the fiscal stability and the fiscal growth of the organization.

· Lead marketing efforts to promote membership and attract guests to the museum. Ensure that the Columbus Area Children’s Museum is consistently presented in a strong, positive image to stakeholders, other agencies, and the public.

· Build the management team, providing them with the information, support, and direction needed to successfully accomplish their jobs. Responsible for recruitment, training, and evaluation of other personnel and volunteers. Effectively manage and supervise staff.

· Administer contracts and grants.

· Under the authority granted by the Columbus Area Children’s Museum Board of Directors, the Executive Director has full discretionary power to execute the by-laws, policies, and directives of the Board of Directors including, but not limited to, decision-making and direction of day-to-day operations, execution of Columbus Area Children’s Museum contracts, and personnel actions regarding staff.

· Ensure that the programs and activities of Columbus Area Children’s Museum are consistent with and/or promote the mission of the organization. Monitor the effectiveness of the organization’s programs, directing adjustments as necessary. Observe for and research opportunities for program development to promote the growth of the organization.

· Develop and maintain working relationships with donors, funders, community organizations, and businesses in the community

· Work to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and contract requirements, maintaining required certifications.

· Serve as an ex officio member of the Columbus Area Children’s Museum Board of Directors.

· Effectively keeps BOD informed and engage BOD on organizational changes

· Represent Columbus Area Children’s Museum at events.

· All other duties as assigned by the Columbus Area Children’s Museum Board of Directors.

Competencies

· Demonstrate responsible, conscientious behavior and the ability to use good judgment in making sound decisions.

· Treat members, guests, staff, and others with dignity and respect.

· Represent the organization in a positive manner.

· Work effectively as part of a team.

· Maintain confidentiality.

· Work with individuals with different interests and opinions and build effective teams.

· Establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with members, guests, staff, donors, and funders.

· Ability to be an effective advocate for Columbus Area Children’s Museum

· Ability to build strong partnerships to ensure efficient use of funding and to achieve overall mission of the organization.

· Ability to work with major funders including foundations, individuals, and federal, state, and local governmental agencies.

· Strong personal communications skills – verbal, written and presentation.

· Sound reasoning skills.

· Active listening skills.

Minimum Qualifications

·Able to legally work in the United States.

· Be able to pass Columbus Area Children’s Museum -required background checks

· BS/BA degree AND at least five years relevant experience in nonprofit administration, management, operations and/or fundraising

· Five years’ experience in a supervisory role.

· Good verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to articulate thoughts clearly.

Compensation

· Starting at $70,000 annually based on exerience

· Bonus opportunity included with salary

Benefits

· Can be discussed further

ADA Requirements

This position must be able to:

·Physically be able to stand, walk, travel up to 50% of their time.

· Utilize computer systems in a sitting manner for up to 50% of their time.

·Must be able to read, write, speak, interact with all levels on a regular basis.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exceptions

· Exceptions to any portion of this Job Description may be made by the CACM Board of Directors.

Schedule

This position will require some evening and weekend activities in addition to regular business hours.

AAP/EEO Statement

Columbus Area Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbus, NE 68601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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