Museum Director Job at Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle, PA

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  • Cumberland County Historical Society
  • Carlisle, PA

Job Description

Position: Pat & Ron Ferris Museum Director

Reports to: Executive Director

Supervises: Assistant Curator

Job Summary

The Pat & Ron Ferris Museum Director oversees the curation and care of the Cumberland County Historical Society's Museum Department. The position is responsible for developing and implementing yearly rotating exhibitions, oversight of the Museum's collections, including accessioning and deaccessioning, Museum programming, and Museum Department budgeting.

Job Responsibilities

Develop, research, and curate yearly rotating exhibitions
Oversee the 3D collection at Cumberland County Historical Society, including the processing, handling, and preservation of the collection
Ensure the Museum Department's work aligns with the overall goals of the institution
Oversee the Museum Department's budget
Work with the Executive Director and Director of Development and Communications to identify sponsorship opportunities for the Museum Department
Identify and write grants to support the Museum Department's work
Develop and implement unique and engaging outreach programs to reach new audiences through the Museum's collection
Oversee the Museum Department's Assistant Curator, volunteers, and interns
Supervise the Assistant Curator to care for the Museum's collections
Represent the institution at outside events and activities

About Cumberland County Historical Society (CCHS)

Located in Central Pennsylvania, Cumberland County is one of the fastest-growing communities in Pennsylvania. The vibrant community is home to an array of outdoor activities and historical sites. Situated in Carlisle, CCHS was founded over 150 years ago to preserve the history of Cumberland County. Today, CCHS is committed to advancing the community's understanding of the past through the County's history.

To Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter to lvarner@historicalsociety.com. Applications without both documents will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Review of applications will take place after the application deadline. You will be notified if you are selected for an interview.

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in museum studies, public history, history, or related field
Experience supervising staff and volunteers
Strong communication and writing skills
Experience with budgeting and financial management preferred
Experience with grant writing or the grant process preferred

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