Executive Director

The Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum is seeking a creative, skilled, and service-oriented leader to fill the position of Executive Director to continue the growth and development of the museum. The Director manages daily operations, creates engaging exhibits and programs, oversees the accession and care of artifacts, develops community and educational outreach, and manages the museum budget and gift shop. The Executive Director works with the museum board of directors as well as other government and local agencies to preserve and display the history and culture of the surrounding Appalachian region and share our traditions with visitors from near and far. This is a part-time position which requires some evening hours as well as Saturdays.

Located in downtown Pikeville, Kentucky, the Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum features exhibits from the Hatfield-McCoy Feud era, the coal and railroad industries, and the Civil War. Artifacts represent the Eastern Kentucky region including its music, local art, economic development, and education. Additional information can be found at: http://www.bigsandyheritage.com

Purpose

The director provides leadership for the management of a dynamic historical and cultural arts institution. With the assistance of the museum board, the director facilitates financial growth, management, program and collection development, and outreach.

Supervision

The director operates under the general supervision and direction of the museum board of directors and provides direct and indirect supervision to staff and volunteers.

Vital Functions

• Serves as the principal advisor to the Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum Board of Directors.

• Directs the day-to-day operations of the museum following the policies set by the Board of Directors

• Maintains museum collections through preservation and cataloging

• Plans and executes engaging displays and exhibits

• Plans and coordinates special programs and events

• Plans and executes social media marketing including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

• Plans and oversees the museum’s budget

• Documents and reports museum statistics

• Cultivates relationships with stakeholders for fundraising, outreach, and development of museum collections.

• Works closely with city and county administrations as well as local agencies and non-profit organizations.

• Ensures the operations and administration of the museum are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Maintains knowledge of current trends and best practices in museum collections and services.

Additional Expectations

• Attend meetings of the Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum Board of Directors and is expected to attend meetings of the City of Pikeville Board of Commissioners and the Pike County Fiscal Court on a quarterly basis.

• Attend professional conferences, workshops, and webinars.

• Work Saturday and evening hours as required.

• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Must present an overall professional appearance and image.

• The director must interact effectively with many constituencies: volunteers/docents, students, members, visitors, participants, donors/funders, school and civic organizations, and local and state government agencies.

• Must understand or demonstrate an ability to learn the uses of technology in museum practice.

• The director needs to be able to work independently, but also participate in a team and work with volunteers

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15