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Posted March 15, 2023
Exhibit Fabrication Manager
Science Museum of Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Salary Range: $65,000 — $90,000
The Science Museum of Virginia has an air hockey playing robot. Want to be in charge of it? The Science Museum connects the community with the science all around us through hands-on exhibits. Exhibits are kind of our bread and butter. So, saying that we’re looking for a rockstar Exhibit Fabrication Manager might be an understatement. That’s because this person will manage the production, design and maintenance of the current (and future) exhibits that make the Science Museum the interactive and memorable museum it is.
The Exhibit Fabrication Manager will ensure that existing exhibits are running in tip top shape (and quickly troubleshoot things when they aren’t) and will work across departments to conceptualize and realize new exhibits designed to get guests thinking. One day may involve designing a base for a T.rex skull to rest on and the next could include installing a human-sized hamster wheel. But this role doesn’t just focus on permanent exhibits. The Exhibit Fabrication Manager also plays a critical role in managing the installation of large-scale touring exhibitions two to three times a year. So, if you’re a natural problem solver who loves to dream up new ideas and see those ideas come to life, then go to jobs.virginia.gov and consider joining one of the quirkiest teams in town!
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Posted February 28, 2023
Executive Director
Museum of Science and Curiosity
Sacramento, California
Salary Range: $185,000 — $205,000
MOSAC opened in November 2021 and has started strong with a solid team, great visitor engagement, and strong school program attendance. Now is the time to make the transition to our next Executive Director who will set the direction for the next 3-5 years and more. We are seeking an experience executive leader, with an excellent track record in science center, museum, or children’s museum operations. They will continue build the programs, establish strong connections and partnerships in the community, and lead our dedicated team of professionals to reach new heights in their careers.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Ability to integrate a culture of creativity and innovation with successful center/museum operations and strong financial performance
• Proven experience managing operations and capital program responsibilities in this sector
• Track record of success cultivating donors and raising funds in support of institutional goals and contributed revenue targets
• Track record of growing revenue and earned income (P&L responsibilities) in a science center/museum setting with budgets exceeding $3.5 million
• Experience guiding and substantially contributing to the articulation and execution of a science center/museum mission, strategy, and values
• Proven skill at developing multi-year visitor experience plans that incorporate community
Request the complete description at mwong@visitmosac.org
Posted February 28, 2023
President and CEO
Houston Botanic Garden
Houston, Texas
Salary Range: $175,000 — $225,000
In 2020, the Houston Botanic Garden (HBG) opened to the public as one of the newest and most significant botanic gardens in the world. The new President and CEO will have opportunities to influence the development of a significant, transformative multi-million-dollar campaign. HBG has a master plan, but the new President and CEO will be responsible for working with the Board to refine and prioritize the key components for both capital and programmatic elements. Specific experience with public gardens is not a requirement but is desired. Candidates with experience leading a cultural organization with similar aspirations are also desirable. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree preferred.
To apply, please submit a current resume and letter of introduction to Kittleman & Associates, LLC at https://bit.ly/3xGZPQr (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page). For more information about the Houston Botanic Garden, visit https://www.hbg.org.
Posted February 21, 2023
Facilities Operations and Exhibits Director
Food + Farm Exploration Center
Plover, Wisconsin
Salary Range: starts at $75,000
The Food + Farm Exploration Center, in partnership with Farming for the Future Foundation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to educate current and future generations about agricultural innovation and sustainability. The Facilities Operations and Exhibit Director will possess a positive and creative approach to leadership and have demonstrated success in a leadership position. The Director will also have an understanding of organizational and facilities management, exhibit design, fabrication, and maintenance, and will demonstrate success in working collaboratively with multiple different groups and entities simultaneously.
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