VILLA TERRACE ART MUSEUM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Executive Director
REPORTS TO: Villa Terrace Board of Directors
The Villa Terrace Art Museum seeks an Executive Director who will be an inspirational and capable leader, guiding the museum with a vision that reflects both artistic excellence and community engagement. We seek a passionate advocate for the arts, a skilled administrator, and a dynamic fundraiser who will inspire others to support our mission. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative spirit, a deep appreciation for our unique setting and collection, and a commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Museum’s Executive Director serves as chief executive and development officer, primary organizational spokesperson and, directly and through staff support, is responsible for the daily operations of the Villa Terrace Art Museum. The Executive Director advances the organization's mission through exceptional leadership and initiative.
Key Duties include:
● Generating contributed income - individual and corporate giving, and grant writing to foundations and government agencies
● Financial oversight and sound fiscal management
● Develop and manage annual and multi- year budgets
● Earned income generation - admission and membership fees, store income
● Develop, present and advocate for capital improvement budgets
● Interface with accounting and payroll services and auditor
● Program development
● Outreach - public relations including community and neighborhood relations, Milwaukee Countyliaison, educational partnerships, etc. Serves as a representative and positive spokesperson for Villa Terrace.
● Coordinating communication among the staff, Board, Events Manager, Friends Group;and serving as principal liaison among these groups
● Hiring, leading and supervising staff and managing their professional development
● Supporting Board leadership
● Prepares board materials and attends Board Meetings
● Serves as the point person for inquiries from Board members
● Assist with board strategic planning - programmatic and organizational
Essential Qualifications:
● Passion for the arts, community engagement, historical building preservation and gardens
● Exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, comfortable public speaker
● Previous fundraising experience working with donors, corporate sponsors, grant writing organizations, and earned income generation; experience working with major donors in the Milwaukee metro area preferred
● Ability to read and understand financial statements and manage cash and budgets
● Ability to effectively interface with media, funders, elected officials, artists, donors and volunteers
● Leadership experience, initiative and sound judgment, organized, hands-on problemsolver
● Can handle flexible working schedule, including some weekends and evenings
● Bachelor’s or master’s degree in related field
● Excellent computer skills
Compensation: $70-80k, with benefits
Please email cover letter and resume tovillaterracejobs@gmail.comby close of business on Friday, December 6, 2024.
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