Museum Director: Strategy, Fundraising & Community Impact

International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM); Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Flagg Township Museum seeks a Director to advance its mission through education, collections, and public programs, directing operations, fundraising, and external communications in partnership with the Flagg Township Historical Society Board.

Responsibilities include strategic direction, staff leadership, development, grant writing, and community partnerships, as well as facility maintenance and collections management; strong written and oral communication and nonprofit leadership required.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience.
• Strong leadership and written/oral communication skills are essential.
• Museum experience preferred but not required, including standards, collections, and conservation.
• Nonprofit management experience including strategic planning, grant writing, and board administration.
• Budget management experience is desirable.
• Proficiency with database management and social networking tools would be an asset.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups and handle a variable schedule.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic direction with the Board to fulfill the museum's mission.
• Directs operations across education, public programming, finance, communications, staffing and administration.
• Leads staff, volunteers, interns, and consultants.
• Oversees fundraising and development, including grant writing and donor relations.
• Directs public relations and acts as spokesperson to elevate the museum's profile.
• Oversees facility maintenance and property management.
• Manages the museum collections and facilitates cost‑effective exhibitions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Team management

Museum knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or experience

Tools

Database software

Social networking

Job description

The Flagg Township Museum seeks a Director to advance its mission through education, collections, and public programs, directing operations, fundraising, and external communications in partnership with the Flagg Township Historical Society Board.

Responsibilities include strategic direction, staff leadership, development, grant writing, and community partnerships, as well as facility maintenance and collections management; strong written and oral communication and nonprofit leadership required.