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Conference registration is open until March 7, 2025 Name of Organization: The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) 1776 D Street Northwest, Washington, D.C. Title: Museum Director and Chief Curator Compensation: Hiring annual salary range in the mid $110,000 to $125,000, with the final determination based upon the candidate's overall experience. We offer both paid vacation and paid sick leave, up to 12 days each for the 1st year of employment, and observe 14 holidays. Medical/Rx, dental, and vision benefits. Employer-paid life insurance/AD&D and long-term disability insurance. Flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care). HSA with employer contribution if enrolled in the HDHP option. 403(b) retirement plan with a full-vested employer match. Free tickets to Constitution Hall events. Type: Full Time Apply: In order to be considered for this position, candidates must submit a cover letter and resume. To learn more about the job duties and required qualifications for this position, please visit our website here. Summary: The DAR Museum, located in the DAR’s Washington, DC, headquarters, collects, preserves, and interprets objects used and created in American homes. Using the lens of the varied interpretations of home, we inspire conversations about the diverse American experience, encouraging people to discover common ground. The museum, which welcomes visitors throughout the year, organizes special exhibitions and educational programming for all ages and maintains a permanent collection of more than 20,000 objects reflecting the material culture and social history of the United States prior to 1840. The professional in this role will oversee staff and a volunteer docent program. The Museum Director and Chief Curator will have proven effectiveness as an executive or senior-level professional in nonprofit organizations such as museums, historic sites, preservation institutions, or other similar mission-driven organizations. The successful candidate will demonstrate accomplishment as a strategic thinker, team builder, innovator, and leader adept at translating vision into organizational action. Responsibilities: Operational and programmatic oversight Planning, preparing, and implementing approved exhibitions, education and public programs related to the organizational mission. This includes overseeing review and approval processes prior to implementation and making recommendations for revisions when necessary. Overseeing the loan program and requests to publish Museum objects. Providing leadership in collection management, evaluating digitization and access, conducting regular reviews of policies and procedures for collection care and growth, and overseeing acquisition recommendations, deaccessioning, and related research. Overseeing and evaluating visitor services which includes tours, wayfinding, and the Museum Shop, and making recommendations for continuous improvement. Keeping Senior Director abreast of departmental activities, projects, or potential future initiatives by providing regular updates and reports and developing strategies and recommendations for achieving department objectives. Working cross-departmentally to develop a comprehensive plan to raise the visibility of the Museum through onsite and virtual programs and online resources. Collaborating with the Development staff on funding opportunities for Museum programs and collections. Overseeing, developing, and reviewing Museum-related communications and outreach, including, but not limited to, press releases, publications, blogs, social media, exhibition collateral, and educational resources. Representing the museum at professional conferences, NSDAR programs, allied museum groups, and other events when required. Ensuring the Museum’s online content is fresh, accessible, and reflective of the larger mission of the DAR. Managing staff and overseeing all human resources actions for staff including hiring, training, and regular evaluation to ensure all staff members achieve the goals of the department. Developing regular training and professional development opportunities for staff and counseling subordinates. Setting work expectations, reviewing and monitoring staff work quality and productivity, appraising performance, and resolving conflicts. Reviewing and maintaining standard office procedures, making modifications and updates as necessary. Developing, preparing, and monitoring the annual department budget to achieve programmatic and financial objectives, initiating corrective actions as needed. Formulating Museum policy recommendations or revisions for the Senior Director and Curator General and overseeing implementation if/when approved. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years curatorial experience, preferably at an institution with a decorative arts or history focus, is required. Two years of required museum management or supervisory level experience, which should include budgetary/fiscal management. MA or higher in art history, American studies, or American history, or a related field of study, is required. Demonstrated experience in exhibit and museum planning and programming. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Experience in using electronic media including website(s) and social media to promote and display museum collections and programs. Applied knowledge of current professional museum principles, practices, and procedures put forth by the American Alliance of Museums and other relevant organizations in the field. Strong organizational, resource management, and interpersonal skills. Proactive, innovative, and flexible leadership style. Proficiency in MS Suite, and applicable use of museum collection management systems. About: To read more about the Museum’s history, mission, and upcoming events and exhibits, please visit our website here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Association of Museums

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