Executive Director, Villa Terrace Art Museum

Company: Small Museum Association
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

VILLA TERRACE ART MUSEUM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE: Executive Director REPORTS TO: Villa Terrace Board of DirectorsThe Villa Terrace Art Museum seeks an Executive Director who will be an inspirational and capable leader, guiding the museum with a vision that reflects both artistic excellence and community engagement. We seek a passionate advocate for the arts, a skilled administrator, and a dynamic fundraiser who will inspire others to support our mission. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative spirit, a deep appreciation for our unique setting and collection, and a commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.Responsibilities:Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Museum's Executive Director serves as chief executive and development officer, primary organizational spokesperson and, directly and through staff support, is responsible for the daily operations of the Villa Terrace Art Museum. The Executive Director advances the organization's mission through exceptional leadership and initiative.Key Duties include:

• Generating contributed income - individual and corporate giving, and grant writing to foundations and government agencies
• Financial oversight and sound fiscal management
• Develop and manage annual and multi-year budgets
• Earning income generation - admission and membership fees, store income
• Develop, present and advocate for capital improvement budgets
• Interface with accounting and payroll services and auditor
• Outreach - public relations including community and neighborhood relations, Milwaukee County liaison, educational partnerships, etc. Serves as a representative and positive spokesperson for Villa Terrace.
• Coordinating communication among the staff, Board, Events Manager, Friends Group; and serving as principal liaison among these groups
• Hiring, leading and supervising staff and managing their professional development
• Supporting Board leadership
• Prepares board materials and attends Board Meetings
• Serves as the point person for inquiries from Board members
• Assist with board strategic planning - programmatic and organizationalEssential Qualifications:
• Passion for the arts, community engagement, historical building preservation and gardens
• Exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, comfortable public speaker
• Previous fundraising experience working with donors, corporate sponsors, grant writing organizations, and earned income generation; experience working with major donors in the Milwaukee metro area preferred
• Ability to read and understand financial statements and manage cash and budgets
• Ability to effectively interface with media, funders, elected officials, artists, donors and volunteers
• Leadership experience, initiative and sound judgment, organized, hands-on problem solver
• Can handle flexible working schedule, including some weekends and evenings
• Bachelor's or master's degree in related fieldCompensation: $70-80k, with benefitsPlease email cover letter and resume to by close of business on Friday, December 6, 2024.
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