Description:
Position Description: Provides leadership and direction to Western Maine Play Museum by setting the operational and cultural tone; coordinates with the Board of Directors on long-term planning and alignment with vision, mission, and goals; serves as the museum representative in the community; directs museum programming; manages fundraising and grant writing efforts; and oversees the management of museum staff and volunteers, to include hiring and supervising staff.
Leadership and Management:
- Provides staff and volunteer supervision and leadership.
- Manages daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
- Informs the Board of museum activities and raises concerns in a timely manner.
- Manages POS via Salesforce and Square.
Exhibits and Programs:
- Oversees program development.
- Develops exhibit rotation schedule.
- Ensures all exhibits are well-maintained.
- Collaborates with the Program Director to plan, schedule, publicize, and carry out all museum programs including classes, events, camps, etc.
Marketing:
- Oversees public relations and marketing efforts.
- Maintains the website and social media channels.
Community Engagement:
- Acts as the “face of the museum” and liaison to the local community, media, and government officials and agencies.
- Manages partnerships with local organizations.
- Engages with and cultivates relationships with major donors and foundations.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with visitors, members, and volunteers.
- Attends community events to promote the museum.
- Develops and maintains relationships with local schools.
Fiscal Resource Development:
- Develops and executes short and long-term fundraising plans and tracks results.
- Maintains consistent communication with the Board treasurer, payroll personnel, and accountant.
- Manages approved grants to ensure compliance with grant requirements.
- Oversees weekly bank deposit(s).
- Collaborates with the Board of Directors to develop the annual budget.
- Organizes volunteers for fundraising events and efforts.
- Develops and executes the annual giving campaign.
Desired Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Grant writing
- Squarespace website platform
- Salesforce
- Point of Sale
- Canva
- Google Suite
- Social media