Executive Director - Art Museum & Community Catalyst

Museum of Art - DeLand; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid vacation (years 1-3)

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Job summary

The Museum of Art - DeLand seeks an executive leader to steer growth, deepen donor and community relationships, and advance financial sustainability starting February 2027. This role requires a collaborative, arts-focused nonprofit leader who can champion the museum’s mission and act as chief advocate and fundraiser.

Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director oversees staff, volunteers, and programs, and partners with the Guild and community partners to expand exhibitions, education, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree welcomed but not required.
• Leadership experience in a nonprofit, educational, cultural, philanthropic, or related organization.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with fundraising, budgeting, grant administration, grant writing, program management, or nonprofit operations is preferred.
• A passion for the arts and a commitment to the Museum's mission are essential.
• Candidates who meet many, but not all, of the qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Museum.
• Serve as the Museum's chief fundraiser by cultivating donors, securing sponsorships, writing grants, and leading development initiatives.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, members, the Museum of Art – DeLand Guild, volunteers, and community partners.
• Lead and support a team of 19 employees (seven operations, three gallery attendants, one facility setup/breakdown, eight store employees).
• Partner with the Board of Trustees to advance organizational priorities and long-range planning.
• Provide strategic oversight of the Museum's membership program, working with staff and volunteers.
• Serve as the Museum's primary spokesperson and advocate in the community and attend events.
• Support the development of exhibitions, educational programs, and public engagement initiatives.
• Ensure sound financial management and organizational sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Fundraising

Grant writing

Budgeting

Program management

Nonprofit operations

Relationship-building

Arts administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in arts administration, museum studies, nonprofit management, business, public administration, education (welcomed)

Job description

The Museum of Art - DeLand seeks an executive leader to steer growth, deepen donor and community relationships, and advance financial sustainability starting February 2027. This role requires a collaborative, arts-focused nonprofit leader who can champion the museum’s mission and act as chief advocate and fundraiser.

Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director oversees staff, volunteers, and programs, and partners with the Guild and community partners to expand exhibitions, education, and