Job description
Be a visionary leader at a premier museum in Boston. The Museum Management Director will oversee strategic operations, curatorial initiatives, and audience-first programming to engage diverse communities. In this role, you will steward collections, shape experiences, and build partnerships that amplify the museum's impact.
We seek a collaborative, data-driven leader who can translate mission into sustainable programs, cultivate donors, and inspire staff to deliver exceptional visitor experiences.
Responsibility
- Oversee daily museum operations, facilities, security, visitor services, and safety protocols to ensure a world-class guest experience.
- Lead curatorial, education, marketing, and development teams to deliver innovative exhibits and community programs.
- Develop and manage the annual budget, financial reporting, and resource allocation for programs and operations.
- Drive fundraising strategy, including grant writing, sponsorships, and donor relations to secure sustainable support.
- Forge partnerships with academic institutions, cultural organizations, and researchers to expand research and exhibition opportunities.
- Ensure rigorous collections management, accessioning, documentation, conservation, and compliance with standards.
- Champion inclusive programming, accessibility, and DEI initiatives, informed by audience research and feedback.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Anthropology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of museum management, administration, or curatorial leadership experience.
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage projects, and drive cross-functional collaboration.
- Experience with collections management systems (e.g., TMS or equivalent) and registrar duties.
- Track record in fundraising, grant writing, sponsorships, and donor relations; ability to develop pipelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Commitment to DEI, accessibility, and inclusive programming; ability to work with diverse communities.