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Tucson Auto Museum

Tucson, AZ

Executive Director

The Tucson Auto Museum is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation and display of rare and unique classic cars from around the world.  The new Executive Director will be responsible for providing strategic, entrepreneurial leadership that will build the museum and take the organization to the next level. This is an opportunity to create real change in the museum as we prepare to move to our new location and expand our program offerings and reach. This position is the public face of TAM and works extensively building partnerships with the Board of Directors, other community organizations, funders, donors, and leaders in Southern Arizona. Our ideal candidate believes in TAM’s mission and will focus on fund development to ensure our programs continue to serve the community, improve the visitor experience, focus on revenue growth and diversification, and increase awareness in Southern Arizona as a tourist attraction.

The successful candidate will have excellent leadership skills combined with an entrepreneurial can-do spirit. They must have strong financial management skills, an ability to secure funding through grants and donors, and the energy to execute a strategic vision for growth. This position provides an amazing leadership opportunity to have influence and impact on the tourist economy in Southern Arizona.

The Executive Director is the chief executive of TAM and is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations, including administrative, facilities, and development; is the key point of contact for guests, partner organizations, and volunteers, including our docents, and manages the finances of the museum.

Organizational Leadership & Management:

• Actively recruit, engage, and energize volunteers, docents, Board members, partnering organizations, and funders.
• Develop and maintain strong Board of Directors processes and communication structures and work with the Board President to assess opportunities to build Board
• Ensure key volunteers and staff have current job descriptions to ensure the operation is maintained and the budget is met.
• Regularly review and expand program components and track revenue and metrics to report to the Board, funders, and other
• Hire, supervise, motivate, and review the staff. Evaluate needs and structure staff accordingly.
• Work with staff, Board and others to ensure quality of finance and administration needs are met along with having written plans around fundraising, communications, grants and system strategies.
• Recommend timelines and resources to achieve the strategic goals as

Financial Management

• Prepare annual budget for Board approval and build annual revenue and reserves to sustain growth.
• Seek sponsorships and oversee events, including delegating to other staff, as appropriate, to ensure leadership and accountability for each event.
• Create a grant writing plan with resources required, tracking of past grants/funders along with outlook for next 18-24 months including current grant targets with deadlines/requirements and “aspirational” grants.
• Oversee bookkeeper to pay all bills promptly. Review financial statements, prepare activity reports to determine progress toward objectives, and revise plans in accordance with current conditions.
• Understand and implement strong non-profit business practices.
• Provide grant writing, reporting, and monitoring.

 

Program and Exhibit Development:

• Develop exhibits by researching, writing, and installing rotating and new exhibits in conjunction with docents, staff, and Board.
• Develop public lectures and educational programs to highlight TAM’s work and the collections’ unique nature.
• Ensure ongoing programs are well planned and executed and expand program offerings. Develop consistent program evaluation and communication plans for continual improvement.

Public and Community Relations:

• Oversee the marketing communications plans from web to social media presence and work with available resources to create consistency across channels.
• Ensure marketing plans have dates and expected communication targets and
• Develop and enhance visibility for the TAM throughout the community through presentations, partnership creation, articles and one-on-one relationship building to garner new opportunities. Leverage the TAM collection when appropriate to increase the museum’s visibility off-site.
• Increase marketing and opportunities for event rental space.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to convey the TAM mission and programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365
• Successful fundraising experience
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills
• Excellent management skills to coordinate operationally, supervise employees, develop and work closely with the Board of Directors

Compensation:
The salary for this position is $65,000-$70,000 based on experience.  Medical benefit available.

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All applications will be acknowledged. Please include references. Position open until filled.

TAM is an equal employment opportunity employer. This policy ensures our policies and practices are administered without discrimination regarding race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression), age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, or any other basis that is prohibited by law. We provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of employees.

 

Midwest Dream Car Collection

Manhattan, KS

Executive Director

Museum Overview

• Midwest Dream Car Collection (MDCC) first began as a private collection and in 2019 opened to the public as an established 501c3 non-profit organization. We are proud to showcase a stunning collection of Automobiles and Automotive Memorabilia ranging from 1886 to present day. Our collection, arguably the most prestigious in the region, has something for everyone including custom cars, muscle cars, exotic cars and classic cars. We are continually working to find innovative ways to share our love of cars with regional and national audiences and develop our base of MDCC friends and visitors.

   

  MISSION: To educate, inspire, and celebrate the love of vehicles.

  VALUES:

  • Accessible & Affordable: We offer close personal access to vehicles and displays to provide a high-quality personal experience at an affordable price to ensure the love of vehicles is within reach for everyone.
  • Engaging Educational Experience: We are dedicated to providing engaging, systematic instruction to enlighten visitors and communities about the evolution and impact of vehicles on society in a forum that fosters interactive learning.
  • Compelling Storytelling: We seek to inspire people by unveiling the rich history, remarkable journeys, and human connections associated with each vehicle in our collection.

  Executive Director

  Reports To: Board of Directors

  Salary: Pay commensurate with experience

  Hours: Full-time position with a variable schedule, including weekends and evenings as business demands. Must be willing to travel occasionally during non-business hours.

  Location: This position is located in Manhattan, Kansas. Must reside in, or relocate to, the local area.

  This position is not eligible for remote work.

   

  Role Overview: The Executive Director is responsible for driving results, growing awareness, engagement, and pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence with the ultimate goal of becoming a top tier automotive experience!  The ideal Executive Director is a leader, problem solver, lifelong learner, and out-of-the-box thinker with a bias for action and experience in general management, business development, marketing, finance, and strategic planning.  The Executive Director must take a collaborative, proactive approach in working with the staff, Board of Directors, donors, partners, and the community. Overall, the ideal Director will be a highly motivated, driven “doer” that knows how to balance strategy with execution and has a proven track record of collaborating and getting things done. 

   

  Responsibilities & Duties

  COMMUNICATION:

  • Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including visitors, board members, volunteers, sponsors, and donors.
  • Forge and maintain relationships of trust with officers, directors, vital stakeholders/donors, and external authorities.
  • Create weekly and monthly reports for the Board re: progress against annual plan goals and longer-term strategic plan objectives.
  • Prepare for and facilitate quarterly Board meetings and Board committee meetings as necessary.
  • Seek feedback and buy in from key staff on goals, business targets, key initiatives, and upcoming events.

   

  VISITOR/MEMBER/FRIENDS DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING: 

  • Develop and execute plan to drive attendance of 22k visitors in 2024 and 50k visitors in 2025.
  • Participate in programs (i.e. Blue Star Museum, Sunflower Summer Learning Program) that increase awareness and drive museum attendance; annually evaluate program effectiveness and refine approach for future years.
  • Forge strategic alliances with local businesses, schools, and organizations to strengthen community ties and expand the museum’s reach.
  • Develop and implement a marketing plan with a focus on strategic campaigns and high impact program enhancements to attract and engage a broader audience to meet/exceed visitor attendance targets.
  • Oversee/manage development and use of marketing assets including MDCC website, social sites, content and all MDCC brand elements.

   

  EDUCATION:

  • Partner with educational institutions (i.e. KSU, USD383, etc.) to enhance engagement with the museum.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive educational programs (i.e. STEAM-Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and bring K-12 students to visit MDCC during school hours.
  • Provide engaging instruction that facilitates learning and inspires the love of vehicles for all ages.

   

  ENHANCED VISITOR ENGAGEMENT:

  • Elevate the overall visitor experience with educational programs, community events, and interactive exhibits.
  • Implement initiatives that make the museum a dynamic and engaging space for all visitors, fostering a deeper connection with the exhibits and vehicles.

   

  DAILY OPERATIONS:

  • Effectively lead the organization, providing support and oversight of daily activities.
  • Establish and enforce operational policies and procedures.
  • Manage financial operations, including A/R, A/P, Payroll, and 501c3 record-keeping requirements.

   

  STAFF & VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT:

  • Build an effective team by providing clear guidance, building trust and coaching.
  • Ensure sufficient focus and resources are available for training and development.
  • Manage all aspects of Human Relations, including payroll, benefits, local and national regulations.
  • Support and assist the volunteer coordinator as needed.

   

  BUSINESS & FINANCIAL:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy to ensure museum sustainability.
  • Balance affordability with the pursuit of excellence in educational offerings, ensuring that financial goals align with the mission and values of the museum.
  • Conduct analysis of MDCC organization and programs to identify areas for improvement, resource use, cost management and focus areas in accordance with the strategic plan.

   

  DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION (2025+):

  • Leverage cutting-edge digital technologies to create a top tier digital automobile experience that can be enjoyed locally, regionally, nationally and beyond.

   

  Work Experience

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Driver’s license.
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed defined objectives.
  • Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Deep understanding of managing using business metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in daily operational finance management
  • Demonstrated experience leading team of 10+ employees and up to 30 volunteers.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
  • Past experience in business development and/or marketing.
  • Ability to create and modify/edit policies and procedures as needed as the organization evolves and grows.
  • Knowledge of QuickBooks or similar system and general accounting practices

   

  COMPETENCIES AND CAPABILITIES:

  • “Team Player” attitude combined with outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
  • An analytical mind capable of “out-of-the-box” thinking to solve problems.
  • Demonstrated entrepreneurial abilities to continue to grow/evolve our young MDCC organization.
  • Willingness to be involved in the community in a manner that results in a positive reflection of MDCC.
  • Time management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Please apply via Indeed.com at https://www.indeed.com/job/executive-director-036d828d1b435e83

 

Gilmore Car Museum

Hickory Corners, MI

Curator

• The Curator is responsible for exhibit development, presentation, management, intellectual integrity, security and care of the museum’s collection in concert with the Registrar and Collection specialists.
• Works in partnership with the Museum’s Education Director to develop K-12 educational programing, adult programing and other programing for the community.
• The Curator is also responsible for leadership of the museum’s library, archives and artifacts.

Education, Skills and Experience – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, public history, American history or related field
• Five years relevant experience in a museum
• Three to five years in supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of general philosophy, principles, and practices of history museums
• Considerable knowledge of collections management, care, documentation, conservation, security, and risk management
• Working knowledge of computer database systems and best practices of office management
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, visitors, volunteers, donors, collectors, professional colleagues and other members of the museum community
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement complex filing and research systems, to multi-task and problem solve, excellent research skills, to work in a team-oriented environment and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

 

Please submit application, cover letter, resume and references to [email protected] with subject line Curator Position.

 

Western Reserve Historical Society

Cleveland, OH

Curator of Transportation

Position Title	Curator of Transportation
Reports To	Chief Curator
Supervision	Supervises subordinate staff, interns, and volunteers
Classification	This position is classified as full time, professional and is exempt from overtime compensation

COORDINATION:
1. Works closely with curatorial, registrarial, education, and exhibition staff at WRHS
2. Maintains liaison with professionals (academic and museum) in the areas of automotive, aviation, and transportation history.
3. Maintains liaison with special interest groups, organizations, associations, and collectors in the fields of automotive, aviation, and transportation history.

DUTIES:
1. Organizes and facilitates research into the history of automobiles and aviation of Cleveland and Northeast Ohio within the context of urban, social, and technological history.
2. Identifies and recommends historical artifacts and materials in automotive and aviation history for acquisition by WRHS. Surveys and analyzes materials held by the WRHS as well as materials held by other research facilities and also material held by private individuals, corporations, and institutions.
3. Creates and maintains records on the automotive and aviation collections, utilizing the WRHS computerized database, cataloging, and project management software. To this end gains working knowledge of the use of the computerized cataloging system put into place at WRHS, both in the museum and library.
4. Coordinates with the registrar the donation and lending of materials to and from WRHS for use in museum exhibits, programs, and publications.
5. Works in compliance with the stated conditions of the Crawford Trust which include:
a. Maintaining the size, quality and prominence of the Crawford Collection.
b. Maintaining, preserving and restoring the items in the collection that will ensure their ongoing historical and educational value.
6. In collaboration with WRHS collections, exhibition, and education staff takes the lead in developing exhibits and programming on the history of automobiles, aircraft, and related transportation technologies. Assists in the installation of exhibits and the delivery of programs.
7. Prepares oral, written, and visual historical lectures, essays, and summaries for use in exhibits and publications as well as public presentations, both internal and external to WRHS.
8. Serves as community liaison for the automotive and aviation collections at WRHS; serves as the spokesperson for the WRHS automotive and aviation collections by participation in professional conferences, meetings, and organizations.
8. Performs appropriate professional duties as assigned and requested by the Chief Curator.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. B.A. & M.A in American History, History of Technology, Museum Studies, or related field.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of American social, cultural, and technological history, with a focus on the 19th-, 20th-, and 21st- centuries.
3. Minimum of three years of professional experience in a museum.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of online cataloging systems and web-based information-sharing technologies.
5. Demonstrated skills in budgeting and planning.
6. Demonstrated excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills.

Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000 per year

If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Jennifer Dukes, HR Manager at [email protected].

 

Seal Cove Auto Museum

Bar Harbor, ME

Executive Director

The Executive Director (ED) will report to the board of directors and have overall strategic and operational responsibility for the Seal Cove Auto Museum’s staff, programs, execution of the mission, and Strategic Plan.

General:

• Provides resources and guidance to the Museum to ensure that all practices comply with professional standards and ethics.
• Maintains a working relationship with the Richard Paine Jr Automobile Charitable Trust
• Oversees collections care and planning in line with the Strategic Plan and best practices.
• Develops and nurtures strategic solid partners among similar organizations and community members, benefiting all involved and raising the museum’s profile and support.
• Nurtures relationships with Museum donors and stakeholders to ensure they are satisfied and understand the work of the Museum.
• Works with the development team to steward and increase donors, sponsors, and annual gifts to ensure a healthy and balanced budget.
• Develops all exhibits by researching, writing, and installing new exhibits and rotating curatorial responsibilities with guest curators and staff.
• Provides public lectures and education programs to highlight the museum’s work and the collection’s unique nature.
• Represents the Museum in community events and celebrations, leveraging the collection when appropriate to increase the Museum’s visibility off-site.
• Understands the need to be a part of the Mount Desert Island Community.

Management:

• Hires, supervises, motivates, and reviews the staff. Evaluate needs and structure staff accordingly.
• Supports the staff, task forces, and committees in their work to fulfill the Strategic Plan.
• Oversees the bookkeeper to pay all bills promptly.
• Reviews and approves staff and volunteer work plans to ensure they align with resources and the Strategic Plan.
• Reviews and approves all marketing, advertising, and development materials before

Financial:

• Budgets, seeks sponsorships, and oversees events, including delegating to a staff leader for events to ensure leadership and accountability for each event.
• Understands and implements strong business and finance practices to ensure income to the Museum.

 

Board of Directors interaction:

• Develops and provides periodic reporting on budget, admissions, and other benchmarks for success.
• Guides and supports the staff and Board committees in fulfilling the Strategic Plan through annual work plans tied to the budget.
• Works with the board chair to develop meeting agendas and Board educational opportunities.

Qualifications:

• The ED will thoroughly commit to the Seal Cove Auto Museum’s mission. All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and management experience.
• Specific requirements include:
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience in a leadership role in a museum or non-profit setting, including grant writing, fundraising, and financial management.
• A collaborative style in managing teams, including dedicated specialists and professionals as well as volunteers, and working with boards of directors, stakeholders, sponsors, and partners.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort with public speaking and media interviews are required.
• Skilled in networking at all levels, including donors, community leaders, and corporate officials.
• Proficient in all typical computer applications and equipment and an understanding of new and emerging technologies is expected.
• A knowledge of transportation history and brass-era automobiles is desirable but not required.

Salary Range:
The Museum offers competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:
Please email your cover letter, salary requirement, references, and résumé explaining why you are the best candidate for this position to: [email protected] or mail to P.O. Box 106, Seal Cove, ME 04674. Please do not call or walk in. We will contact only those individuals whose qualifications match the position.

 

 Revs Institute

Naples, FL

Chief Executive

Revs Institute, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization located in Naples, Florida, requires an entrepreneurial and strategic chief executive to lead its development as the globe’s leading resource for research, programs, and education in the field of historical and meaningful automobiles. Acknowledged to possess one of the globe’s greatest automobile collections of 120 European and American cars that span 100 years as well as curating an equally comprehensive and globally significant body of archives, images, periodicals and books, Revs enjoys an impeccable global reputation, and is poised to become the thought leader and most useful resource for this multi-billion dollar, passion-driven, but underserved industry.

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About Revs Institute

Mission

Revs Institute advocates for the meaningful and historical automobile as a lasting human legacy by connecting the past to the present through objects, events, and practices. Supported by creative research that aspires to presenting authentic and faithful narratives, the institution will be a global resource for reconstructing, reactivating, contextualizing, and respecting the historical automobile as active matter.

Vision Statement

Revs Institute will be the most useful resource worldwide for the historical and meaningful car community. Through research-based programs, both virtual and actual, Revs Institute will address pain points and aspirational goals of the historical and meaningful car community through innovative contributions to practices, care, and use; to authenticity, originality, and intellectual/aesthetic contexts; history and effects of the automobile, and, finally, advocating to the public for the importance of the automobile as important cultural legacy.

What is Revs Institute?

Revs Institute is more than a car museum—it is a place to view the evolution of modernity through a different lens. Located in an 80,000 square foot facility, Revs is a working research and educational institution dedicated to the preservation, care, activation, and understanding of historically significant automobiles. Founded in 2008, the organization has an annual operating budget of $6.7 million with an endowment of $80 million and currently employs 29 staff and has more than 120 active volunteers. Recently named the top car museum in Florida and No. 5 in the world by Auto Trader, Revs houses one of the world’s great automobile collections consisting of more than 130 automobiles that have been curated for historic, aesthetic, technological, and societal significance. All cars are operational or capable of operation. They are presented to the public in museum galleries and around the world where they are shown, operated, and even raced in competition.

Revs Institute Operating Centers

Revs Institute has five operating departments, the museum, the archives and library, the conservation and maintenance operation, RevsEd, and a marketing and fundraising biennial conference, the Revs Institute Connoisseurship Symposium.

The Automobile Museum 

Automobiles are distributed among four themed galleries: Automobility: The Car and the Road; Vitesse: the High Performance Sports and Sports Racing Automobile; Revs: Racing Cars and Racing Men, the story of Grand Prix and Indianapolis Racing Cars; and Porsche: Driven to Excel, a vertical display of Porsche’s most important and iconic models from 1949 to 1971.

Revs Institute’s Library and Archives

The library and archives have the mission to be the most useful automotive research facility in the world. To that end, work is continuously underway, adding new materials, improving cataloging and metadata, and facilitating access to these collections. Holdings consist of more than 26,000 books—most of the available English language bibliography on automobiles. Periodicals represent one of the collection’s strongest holdings, with complete runs, many publications starting before 1900, in the major car-building languages: English, German, Italian and French. Automobilia, related ephemera, constitutes another archive of 130 collections. The library holds about 1.5 million photographs, of which 700,000 are searchable online at the Revs Digital Library. There is also an extensive film library of archival footage. Revs Institute Library and Archives is planning to form consortia with other research libraries to leverage its scope and breadth.

CH Motorcars

CH Motorcars is the Revs Institute subsidiary established to manage the automobiles in the collection. CH Motorcars is staffed with expert conservators, technicians, and support personnel.

RevsEd

RevsEd is a for-profit educational outreach program owned by Revs Institute designed for adult recreational learners. Students are introduced to the material world through working with their hands. Learning the fundamentals of operation and maintenance of the “old school” automobile is the focus of the experience. Designed as a series of fee-based programs that not only educate and entertain, but also build community and affiliation with Revs Institute, these classes are proving highly popular.

Revs Symposia

Revs Symposia are biennial conferences for the world’s leading collectors. These events offer insights into problems and opportunities in collecting, curation, conservation, operation and appreciation of important automobiles. Revs Institute has been offering symposia since 2000 to great acclaim. Leading collectors from around the globe experience 3.5 days of learning, sharing experiences, and networking, facilitated by leading historians, industry professionals, and notable experts. The symposia are fee-based programs that contribute materially to Revs Institute’s operating budget.

Who Visits Revs Institute?

Revs Institute’s visitors come from all 50 U.S. states and around the world. Most international visitors are Canadian and Western European. The museum enjoys a regular flow of major collectors, historical automobile industry VIPs, writers, and historians. The collection is interpreted for visitors by highly trained and expert docents. Indeed, Tripadvisor reports that the two-hour docent tours are a “must.”

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The Opportunity

Revs Institute, located in Naples, Florida, is an internationally recognized and respected thought leader and resource for research and innovation in the field of collecting, restoring, experiencing, and appreciating historical automobiles. The institute seeks an entrepreneurial and visionary chief executive to lead its development as the globe’s most useful resource for developing enhanced praxis (innovations in care and use protocols); supporting connoisseurship (the focus on originality, genuineness, and historical, social, aesthetic and technological value); preserving legacy (expanding the appreciation of the automobile as historical artifact and change agent for both good and ill); and informing society (educating the public, through media, events, and programs).

The chief executive will develop and oversee the institute’s strategic direction and implement its operating plan under the oversight of a visionary founder and an experienced board, expert staff, and a committed volunteer cadre. The chief executive will create partnerships with academic institutions and with business and industry focusing on leveraging Revs Institute’s resource base, intellectual property, and assets to further its ongoing mission. These initiatives will consist of both pain point relieving and ambition advancing programs that will benefit such stakeholders as the world’s top 200 collectors, automobile restorers or the transactional community of buyers and sellers.

Revs Institute’s chief executive will establish and maintain sound fiscal management through balanced budget, asset and revenue growth, and effective fundraising. The chief executive will create, lead, and direct through a working partnership with the Vice-President of Development the creation of an “A player” institutional advancement and development capability.

 Leadership Agenda

 Revs Institute—already  an internationally recognized leader for research and education in the field of automobile collecting,  restoring, experiences, and appreciating meaningful care—strives to become the global information network and hub supporting the meaningful car community. To achieve this and more, the new chief executive will undertake an ambitious agenda:

 Strategic Operation

• Transition Revs Institute to administrative independence in one year, and to financial independence in three years.

 Top Talent

• Build out the key management team with A players within one year. Emphasize development of team-based management through outstanding leadership and focused team building.
• Recruit a board of advisors with members who have the competence, enthusiasm, energy, experience, and resources to add real value to both the institution and to management, and that can think strategically about Revs Institute’s central idea and mission. Also create affiliation groups to advance Revs Institute with relationships and support as well as serving as a “farm team” for the Board.

 Relationships and Partnerships

• Develop consortia or partnerships with the academy, the automobile industry, nationally recognized museums, or other entities within the automotive domain.
• Build an online volunteer cadre to support Revs activities internationally.
• Cultivate relationships with all members of the meaningful-car community: museums, the academy, business and industry, collectors, craftsmen, enthusiasts, practitioners, and professionals working in the meaningulf-car area, as well as the interested public, heritage organizations and more.

 Program Development

• Develop Revs Institute’s archives and research center in partnership with Revs Institute’s Director of Archives and Research Center to be the global “Most Useful” resource for historical materials, research support, and media through superior access, search protocols, and utility.
• Create a Revs Fellows program focused on cross-disciplinary initiatives for academic and non-academic researchers.
• Found an annual presentation of findings or a respected open access journal.

 Global Recognition

• Establish Revs among the world’s top 5 digital resources through its portfolio of historical, instructional and entertainment media content.
• Nurture and support Revs Institute as a respected and aspirational global brand in the historical and meaningful automobile space.
• Within five years, achieve global recognition for historical automobiles as important cultural artifacts and human legacy.
• Within three years, achieve AMA accreditation.

 The strongest candidate will have a combination of these abilities:

1. The successful candidate should have the proven ability to collaborate across multiple constituencies in building and executing a strategic leadership vision; experience in developing, implementing, and executing a strategic planning initiative; and experience in developing innovative ideas and approaches to confront emerging issues.
2. Action-oriented, mission-driven and results-motivated, the chief executive should possess the ability to unleash creativity in others; develop and nurture teams; and attract, hire and retain top talent.
3. The successful candidate should have experience soliciting and engaging major donors as well as the ability to “sell” the institute and its mission.
4. The successful candidate should possess outstanding oral and written communication, including excellent listening skills.
5. The successful candidate should posses competence with IT and digital program creation and management.
6. The new chief executive should have demonstrated experience successfully managing complex organizational operations, solid experience in financial management and planning, and accomplished synthesis and analysis of complex issues. The ideal candidate would have at least 10 years of senior executive experience.

 Qualities

• Honesty, integrity, and openness.
• Team player with under control ego.
• High standards, detail oriented. Dissatisfied with the status quo.
• High energy with strong work ethic.
• Socially adept, enjoys people.
• High IQ and EQ.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Fun to be around, enthusiastic.

 Procedures for Application and Nomination

 Applications should include the following documents in PDF format:

1. A detailed cover letter discussing the candidate’s interest in and qualifications for the position;
2. A current curriculum vitae (CV); and
3. A list of five professional references with contact information and the length and nature of relationship to the applicant. References will not be contacted without the permission of the candidate.

 The position is open until filled but only applications received by June 15, 2024, can be assured of full consideration. Kezar Consulting Group has been retained for this search. Nominations and applications should be sent to [email protected]. Nominators and prospective candidates may arrange a confidential discussion about this opportunity by emailing the above address.

For more information about Revs Institute, please visit revsinstitute.org.

Revs Institute is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

Birmingham, AL

Lead Conservator

Department: Conservation

Reports To: Executive Director

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

About Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum:

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is a renowned 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of motorsports and celebrating the art and science of motorcycle and automobile design. Our mission is to inspire and educate the public about the significance of the motorsports industry through an extensive collection of vintage motorcycles, automobiles, and related artifacts. We are committed to preserving and showcasing the heritage of motorsports for future generations.

Job Summary:

The Lead Conservator at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum plays a pivotal role in the preservation and maintenance of our extensive collection of vintage motorcycles, automobiles, and motorsports memorabilia. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Lead Conservator will oversee all aspects of conservation work, ensuring that the organization’s valuable artifacts are meticulously preserved, protected, and presented to the public in the best possible condition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conservation and Restoration:
  • Plan and execute conservation and restoration projects for the museum’s collection.
  • Assess the condition of artifacts, develop treatment plans, and implement conservation techniques to ensure long-term preservation.
  • Collaborate with curatorial and exhibition teams to prepare objects for display.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping:
  • Maintain comprehensive records of conservation work performed on each artifact.
  • Document the condition, treatment process, and materials used for future reference.
  • Ensure that all conservation efforts align with the museum’s ethical and professional standards.
• Collection Care:
  • Implement best practices for the handling, storage, and transportation of artifacts.
  • Supervise the installation of artifacts in exhibitions and galleries.
  • Advise on environmental conditions and security measures to protect the collection.
• Research and Education:
  • Stay up-to-date with current conservation practices, research, and technologies.
  • Develop educational programs and materials to engage the public and museum staff in conservation awareness.
  • Participate in lectures, workshops, and training to promote the field of conservation.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  • Manage the budget for conservation-related expenses, including materials and equipment.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to secure funding for conservation projects.
• Team Leadership:
  • Supervise a team of conservators and technicians, providing guidance and training.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the conservation department.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legal and ethical standards related to conservation and museum operations.
  • Prepare regular reports and updates for the Executive Director and board of directors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in conservation or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in automotive conservation and restoration.
• Knowledge of best practices, techniques, and technologies in conservation.
• A deep appreciation for automotive history and a commitment to the museum’s mission.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated commitment to the preservation of cultural heritage.

Physical Requirements:

• Conservator conducts both administrative and hands-on mechanical work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs safely, climb ladders, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to handle motorcycles and vehicles and maneuver them without damage.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply online through our recruiting portal:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

National Corvette Museum

Bowling Green, KY

Archivist & Records Manager

INCUMBENT:          Vacant
REPORTS TO:        Director of Collections

LOCATION:              Bowling Green, KY

STATUS:                  Full-time, Exempt

DATE:                        Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

DESCRIPTION

The Archivist & Records Manager works alongside area managers within the Collections, Exhibits, and Education teams.  This position is ultimately responsible for the management of the makeup, development, and safekeeping of the National Corvette Museum’s (NCM) library (research center), and archival materials by following and implementing accepted archival professional standards and practices that will help the NCM strive toward its goal of American Alliance of Museum Accreditation.  This position supervises staff, directing the activities of the department under their supervision to fulfill the museum’s strategic objectives.  The Archivist & Records Manager also implements and recommends the operating policies and practices for the Library & Archives department, including ones pertaining to the acquisition, arrangement, description, and preservation processes.  This management role is responsible for balancing an interconnecting set of priorities, ranging from the digitization of the collection to keeping up to date with best practice innovation in the physical care and storage of archival collections. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise and create SOPs that guide significant decisions and strategic direction for the Library & Archive, and jointly implement NCM policies and activities.
• Lead the library & archives. Supervise library and archives staff including interns and volunteers. Assist in the preparation of budgets and ensure that functions are carried out within the parameters of the budget.
• Seek and recommend acquisitions for our archive and advise the director on issues requiring approval of the board collections committee.
• Recommend incoming and outgoing loan requests of archival materials. Work closely with Registrars to ensure the appropriateness, safety, and condition of all loans.
• Recommend new initiatives that fulfill the NCM’s mission and once approved, see them through to completion. Oversee other initiatives as assigned.
• Supervise the planning, acquisition, safekeeping, and cataloging of archival records related to Corvette history while maintaining the highest standards of stewardship.
• Provide recommendations for the collections’ growth, through acquisitions and gifts, and deaccessioning, as well as long-term planning and prioritizing for the collections team and conservation of archival items.
• Provide reference services for both public and professional research inquiries.
• Maintain working knowledge of, and compliance with, the highest ethical and legal standards related to organizational responsibilities, museum collections, and public accountability.
• Plan and oversee digitization projects.
• Assist with grant writing and reporting related to archival projects.
• Responsibilities are not all-inclusive, additional duties may be assigned.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in library or archival sciences, museum studies, public history, or related area of study.  Master’s degree preferred. 
• 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience in archives or library special collections.
• Applied knowledge of professional archival principles, practices, and procedures.
• Experience with collections management software, PastPerfect preferred.
• Experience in automotive museums or archives preferred. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, non-profit archival ethical and legal standards as well as best practices.
• Experience in archival research and knowledge of digitization and metadata cataloging standards, as well as copyright and licensing issues in archives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts about history to a wide range of audiences.
• Strong verbal, public speaking and presentation skills preferred.   
• Ability to balance administrative, financial, and practical management duties.
• Well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player.
• Strong work ethic and unquestioned personal and professional integrity.
• High level of commitment to team and company values.
• Strong attention to detail, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.  
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes up to 40 lbs.
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Valid state driver’s license required.

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]