NIAGARA HISTORY CENTER
is Seeking an Executive Director

The Niagara History Center, Niagara County’s premier organization for promoting the cultural heritage of the Erie Canal and the rich history of Niagara County, is seeking a qualified professional to serve as its Executive Director. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Museum Studies, History, non-profit or for-profit management. The person filling this position is also expected to have three years of non-profit managerial experience, complete knowledge of Microsoft Office, experience using Quick Books, proven experience with fund raising, and writing successful grant applications. Compensation includes annual salary in the range of $40,000, employer-paid health insurance of up to $7,500 per year, and two weeks paid vacation. A full description of the job requirements and responsibilities of the Executive Director is available below. Interested individuals are to submit a letter of application and resume with references to: Search Committee, Niagara History Center, 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, NY 14094 or email to info@niagarahistory.org

The Niagara History Center is hiring a new Executive Director. Applicants for this position should meet the following minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree (preferred) in museum studies, history, non-profit management, business management

Experience:

• Three years of managerial experience with a non-profit organization
• Complete knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)
• Able to use Quick Books for software entry and reports
• Proven experience with fundraising

Salary/benefits:

• Salary Range: TBD
• Full medical coverage
• Paid time off
• Expenses paid for attendance at required museum conferences

Work Environment:

• Office - Shared work space
• Work hours require flexibility based on events and staffing needs.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Position Include, but are not limited to the following:

Strategic Leadership:

• Establish long-term planning for the maintenance/preservation of all NHC buildings and facilities.

Board Relations:

• Participate in Board meetings; create agendas, prepare staff reports, and attend Board and Board committee meetings.

Financial Management and Fundraising:

• In partnership with staff, prepare grant applications and manage grant projects

Human Resources & Administration:

• Set staff performance standards; create annual goals; conduct annual staff evaluations; maintain personnel records.

Community Relations:

• Represent the NHC and advocate its mission to external stakeholders and audiences

Exhibitions and Education:

• Create and maintain standards of excellence for all museum collections, exhibitions, and education efforts

Membership & Communications:

• Design and oversee an ongoing membership recruitment and retention program

Research and Analysis:

• Develop a program to share results of research and analysis by staff and volunteers