Visionary Museum Director: Teaching, Exhibitions, Engagement

Middlebury College; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 127,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

Generous retirement matching

Educational assistance programs

MiddCard privileges

Job summary

A prestigious liberal arts institution in Vermont is seeking a Director for its College Museum of Art. The Director will provide strategic and curatorial leadership, manage collections, oversee exhibitions, and engage with both academic and local communities. Candidates must have extensive leadership experience, a master's degree or Ph.D. in art history, and a track record in fundraising. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a museum.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and managing significant budgets.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate learning through museum work.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement a vision for the museum's collection and exhibitions.
• Oversee care, preservation, acquisition, and deaccessioning of the collection.
• Collaborate with faculty to design educational programs and internships.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Communication

Curatorial excellence

Education

Master's Degree in Art History or related discipline

Ph.D. in Art History or related discipline

Job description

A prestigious liberal arts institution in Vermont is seeking a Director for its College Museum of Art. The Director will provide strategic and curatorial leadership, manage collections, oversee exhibitions, and engage with both academic and local communities. Candidates must have extensive leadership experience, a master's degree or Ph.D. in art history, and a track record in fundraising. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.