New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum,  Albuquerque, NM

2. Contact Name   Lyn Berner

3. Mailing Address   PO Box 1762, Albuquerque, NM 87003

4. Phone   (505) 247-0606

5. E-mail    message@nmhim.org

6. Application Deadline   June 13, 2025

7. Position Title Executive Director

About the position

Position Title: Executive Director

Position Description:

Reporting to the board of directors, the executive director will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for the museum’s staff, programs, exhibits, finances, expansion, and execution of its mission.

Overall responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• ·   Ensure ongoing programmatic and exhibit excellence, consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications, facility and systems.
• ·   Plan and execute exhibitions, update permanent exhibit interpretation, oversee temporary exhibits, and ensure they are well maintained.
• ·   Oversee museum collections, their preservation, accessioning and de-accessioning through the director of collections and in accordance with policies.
• ·   Manage timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals. In particular, work with staff to participate in an in-depth self-study using STEPS (Standards for Excellence Program) and/or other resources.
• ·   Foster an effective collaboration among board, volunteers, and departments.
• ·   Actively engage and energize the museum’s volunteers, board members, committees, partner organizations and funders.
• ·   Develop, maintain, and support a strong board of directors; serve as ex-officio of committees, seek and build board involvement with strategic direction.
• ·   Lead, mentor, develop, expand, evaluate, and retain the museum’s staff.
• ·   Track progress and regularly evaluate museum departmental goals.
• ·   Participate in annual performance evaluations in compliance with by-laws.

Fundraising & Communications

• ·   Expand revenue to support existing program operations, future expansion, and increased salaries and benefits for staff.
• ·   Identify, develop and maintain strong communication and trust with donors and stakeholders.
• ·   Prepare or oversee grant proposals, budgets and reports to grantors.
• ·   Strengthen and refine all aspects of communications, from web presence, media relations, community outreach, etc., to maintain a strong brand and awareness among target audiences.
• ·   Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization with the media and constituents.

Finance

• ·   Manage budgeting and financial forecasting, insurance, annual state and local fees and reporting, payroll and benefits.
• ·   Oversee preparation of materials for the annual financial audit and Form 990 tax return.

Qualifications

• ·   Advanced degree in museum studies or related field and/or at least 5 years’ experience in museum leadership.
• ·   Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• ·   Experience or knowledge in researching, writing, designing, and installing exhibits.
• ·   Knowledge of Holocaust history or genocide studies with a deep understanding of New Mexico’s complex history and diverse cultures.
• ·   Familiarity with collections management best practices.
• ·   Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting reports and government reporting requirements.
• ·   Broad interpersonal skills with ability to relate to staff, board members, donors, community stakeholders, and other diverse groups.

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 per year + paid time off, sick leave, healthcare reimbursement up to $400 per month (reviewed annually). Please note, the potential for advancements in salary is directly related to fundraising abilities after hire.

Application instructions: Submit cover letter, résumé, and three references to message@nmhim.org. Use “executive director position” in the subject line. Applications are due no later than June 13, 2025.

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Living History Museum

Company/Organization: El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Living History Museum

Contact Name: Daniel Goodman

Mailing Address: 334 Los Pinos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Phone: No calls please

Email: daniel.goodman@golondrinas.org

Application Deadline: April 11th, 2025

Position Title: Curator of Collections

Position Description: The Curator of Collections provides stewardship and access to the Museum’s collection. This position will have the vision and capacity to rethink and define the Museum’s collection and role it plays in presenting New Mexico’s history to the public. This individual reports to the Museum Director. The Curator of Collections sets the vision for the documentation, care, access and use of the collection and leads the initiatives for collection stewardship also functioning as the collections manager. The Curator of Collections brings passion and knowledge about history to the identification, care, use and access of the Museum’s holdings. The Curator of Collections maintains and improves the paper and electronic systems, oversees and provides for the on-going maintenance and integrity of information about the collection, conducts inventories and catalogues objects, develops and recommends policy and procedures for collection activities, and oversees accessions, deaccessions and loans. Research on the collection and answering external research inquiries are also integral to the position. The Curator of Collections recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers and interns in assisting with collection-related activities.

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

Application Instructions: Please send cover letter and resume electronically to Daniel.goodman@golondrinas.org No phone calls, please.

Web URL of organization's posting or online application: https://golondrinas.org/get-involved/careers

Museum Curator Education - Las Cruces Museum System, Las Cruces, NM

Company/Organization: Las Cruces Museum System

Contact Name: Mina Stafford

Mailing Address: PO Box 20000 Las Cruces, NM 88004

Phone: 575.541.2160

Email: mstafford@lascruces.gov

Application Deadline: 1/13/2025

Position Title: Museum Curator Education

Position Description: The Las Cruces Museum System is made up of four city museums: The Branigan Cultural Center,

The Museum of Art, The Museum of Nature and Science, and The Railroad Museum. This position will oversee the daily

development and presentation of education programs at the Museum of Nature & Science. The

Salary Range: $49,502.75 - $70,093.92 Annually

Application Instructions: Complete application on www.governmentjobs.com

Web URL of organization's posting or online application:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/4760272/museum-curator-education