Executive Director

Sigler Western Museum; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigler Western Museum seeks an Executive Director to lead a Western art and history institution dedicated to exploring and sharing the diverse stories of the American West. The role combines executive leadership with stewardship of strong collections, exhibitions, education programs, and community engagement.

The Executive Director will guide strategic efforts to inspire visitors, advance study and appreciation of Western art including women artists, and position the museum as a nationally

Responsibilities

• Oversee exhibition and programming direction to shape the museum's scholarly and public program strategy.
• Support growth as a nationally respected destination for Western art, history, education, and storytelling.
• Lead the organization through a strategic plan that expands profile, deepens community engagement, and elevates visitor experiences.

Job description

The client is seeking an Executive Director to lead a Western art and history museum with a mission to explore and share the diverse stories and cultures of the American West. The role will provide executive leadership for an organization with strong collections, exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement, and will help guide strategic efforts to inspire visitors and advance the study and appreciation of Western art, including Western women’s art.

Key responsibilities will include overseeing the museum’s exhibition and programming direction, supporting ongoing growth as a nationally respected destination for Western art, history, education, and cultural storytelling, and strengthening regional and national impact. The Executive Director will also help advance a strategic plan adopted to guide the organization’s next chapter of work, with priorities focused on expanding its profile, deepening community engagement, and elevating visitor experiences.

The position will be central to major institutional momentum, including completion of a new museum facility and campus expansion scheduled to open in 2028, as well as continued support for capital campaign progress and organizational transformation. The Executive Director is expected to lead through a period of change while fostering collaboration with stakeholders, aligning operations with the museum’s refreshed vision, and ensuring continued recognition and growth of the museum’s public mission.