Executive Director: Historical Society of Montgomery County, PA

Bryn Mawr College; Brynmawr; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Historical Society of Montgomery County (HSMC) is seeking a full-time Executive Director who will lead the organization and oversee various activities including staff supervision, membership development, and fundraising. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a relevant advanced degree, and a vision for promoting local history.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years senior leadership experience.
• Ability to work with a diverse board to implement a strategic plan.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and manage the Historic Montgomery Cemetery.
• Develop memberships and coordinate publications.
• Liaise with community and non-profit organizations.

Skills

Fundraising

Leadership

Public Speaking

Strategic Planning

Education

Advanced degree in Museum Management, American History or related fields

Tools

PastPerfect

Adobe Creative Cloud

WordPress

Quickbooks

Job description

The Historical Society of Montgomery County (HSMC) seeks a full-time Executive Director (ED). The compensation package is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications; $60-80k with some benefits. The Executive Director is the face and chief spokesperson of HSMC.

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) is the chief executive and administrator of the HSMC, and is responsible to the President and Board of Trustees for a full range of activities: identification of needs/implementation of goals; supervision of staff; management of the Historic Montgomery Cemetery; monitoring and implementation of events; motivation and supervision of volunteers; membership development; coordination of publications; financial development; general bookkeeping; website and social media development; liaison with the Society’s Board of Trustees, members, business community, and other non-profit organizations.

Qualifications

Has a 21stcentury vision for preserving, interpreting and promoting the history of Montgomery County, and to educating the public about the region’s ongoing cultural story.

Has a desire and aptitude to work with the board of trustees to update and implement a diverse and creative strategic plan.

Is dedicated to working in-person with a wide variety of people and interests.

Is flexible with respect to the changing and challenging environment, such working some weekends, some evenings, etc., which is common to historical societies.

Has a history of success in fundraising and development.

Has at least 5 years senior leadership experience with an advanced degree in Museum Management, American History or other related fields.

Familiarity with PastPerfect, Adobe’s Creative Cloud products, WordPress, and Quickbooks would be beneficial.

To Apply

Please send your resume, cover letter, references and salary requirements to: Board of Trustees –[e-mail]

Has at least 5 years senior leadership experience with an advanced degree in Museum Management, American History or other related fields

To Apply

To Apply

Please send your resume, cover letter, references and salary requirements to: Board of Trustees –[e-mail]