What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Member position at Museum Village at Old Smith's Clove?
Company Description
Museum Village at Old Smith's Clove is a unique open-air historical museum that offers visitors the opportunity to explore vignettes of 19th-century American life. Focusing on Civics, STEM, and American history programming, we provide a vital service to over 12,000 school children annually. We are a chartered museum with the State of New York and a 501c3.
Role Description
This is a remote or in-person Board Member role at Museum Village at Old Smith's Clove. Board Members are responsible for providing strategic oversight, guidance, and support to the museum's operations as well as taking an active role in fundraising and building long-term relationships with vital stakeholders. Day-to-day tasks may include attending board meetings, reviewing financial reports, advising on long-term planning, and participating in fundraising efforts.
Qualifications
- Financial literacy and budgeting skills
- Fundraising and donor relations experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for history, education, and community engagement
- Strategic planning and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Previous board experience is a plus