The Art Gallery of Northumberland is looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader to spearhead its growth in the coming decade. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Director is responsible for the overall management of the Gallery, and its curatorial and artistic direction. As an active leader, you will have a proven record of success in fundraising, people and financial management and exhibitions in a not-for-profit visual arts organization. This is a full time position. Salary Range: $45,000.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the Gallery's mission and goals in conjunction with the Board of Directors
- Hire, lead, train and evaluate Gallery full and part-time staff. Overseeing the activities of volunteers and other professionals - educators, installers, etc.
- Develop an Annual Business Plan and Budget and maintain a balanced budget through realistic budget-setting and expense management
- Identify and pursue all appropriate revenue sources including government grants, fundraising campaigns and events, exhibition and program grants, community/corporate sponsorships and donor relations
- Oversee and participate in all marketing programs and corporate branding Represent the Gallery and its programs to all forms of media and the general public to enhance the Gallery's image
- Design, develop, and oversee implementation of :an engaging exhibition program for the gallery's locations in Cobourg and Port Hope. programming to enhance regional artistic production and public access to participation in the visual arts
- Manage and enhance the Gallery's permanent collection through acquisitions, exhibitions, and programming. Conduct research on the permanent collection, and present donated work and possible acquisitions to the Collections committee and the Board.
- Manage the facility and web-based technologies to enhance productivity, ensure strong customer service and build an interactive and engaging visitor experience both on site and via web and other interactive applications
- Provide monthly reports to the Board and support the Board and Executive Committee meeting processes
Skills & Requirements
- Honours Degree in Art History and/or Arts Management and Business Education
- Master's Degree in Curatorial Practices and/or curatorial experience
- 5-plus years of leadership experience preferably in a public art galleries/museum context
- Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, artists, volunteers and the public
- Track record of excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and fiscal management
- Excellent computer knowledge including database, spreadsheet management
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references, by March 14, 2014 using one of the following methods:
Email:
drayschermerhorn@cogeco.ca
Mail:
Duane Schermerhorn, Treasurer, AGN Board of Directors
227 Sydenham Street
Cobourg ON
Canada K9A 2S4
905-377-9253