Executive Director, Niagara History Center

12 hours ago


City of Lockport NY United States Wnylrc Full time
Executive Director, Niagara History Center Job Location:

Lockport, NY

Salary Range or Hourly Rate:

Annual salary in the range of $40,000 to $45,000

Job Description:

The Niagara History Center is seeking a qualified individual to serve as its Executive Director. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree or an Associate’s degree with commensurate work/life experience in history, communications, museum studies, non-profit management or for-profit management. Candidates should be proficient in computer knowledge and skills, and possess creative problem-solving skills. Compensation includes annual salary in the range of $40,000 to $45,000, employer-paid health insurance, and paid vacation.

Interested individuals are to submit a letter of application and resume with references to: Search Committee, Niagara History Center, 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, NY 14094 or email to

Minimum Requirements:

Location: Niagara History Center (NHC) Complex

Job Title: Executive Director

Reports To: NHC Board of Directors

Status: Full time (40 Hours per Week)

Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Manage the Niagara History Center and Erie Canal Discovery Center, including, but not limited to:
    • Strategic Leadership:
      • Establish long-term planning for the maintenance and preservation of all NHC buildings and facilities.
      • Establish a clear vision for the organization and assist with long-range strategic planning for implementation of that vision.
    • Board Relations:
      • Involve Board members in all decisions impacting the future of NHC.
      • Assist the Board to identify community members to serve on the Board, orient new Board members, and attend Board meetings.
    • Financial Management and Fundraising:
      • Prepare grant applications, manage grant projects, propose an annual budget, and prepare monthly financial reports for the Board.
      • Manage all accounts payable and receivable.
    • Membership & Communications:
      • Design and oversee an ongoing membership recruitment and retention program.
      • Maintain an electronic membership database.
    • Human Resources & Administration:
      • Work with the Executive Committee to evaluate staff members.
      • Set performance standards, create annual goals, conduct annual staff evaluations, maintain personnel records.
    • Community Relations:
      • Represent NHC and advocate its mission to external audiences including community organizations, schools, all levels of government, and museum and non-profit communities.
      • Maintain positive relationships with the City and Town of Lockport, Niagara County, and other community partners.
    • Exhibits and Education:
      • Create and maintain standards of excellence for all collections, exhibits, and education efforts of the NHC.
      • Manage the visitor experience before, during, and after their visit.
    • Research & Analysis:
      • Develop a program for sharing the results of research and analysis by staff and volunteers that enables easy access, while respecting confidentiality and the integrity of NHC collections.
      • Establish and oversee the methods for conducting historical and genealogical research.
Qualifications:
  • Education Level: Associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, or commensurate life experience, in museum studies, history, or non-profit/for-profit management.
  • Experience:
    • Three years of managerial experience with a non-profit organization.
    • Proven experience with successful fundraising activities.
  • Specific Skills:
    • Proficient computer knowledge and skills.
    • Possess creative problem-solving skills.
  • Personal Characteristics:
    • Have good people skills:
      • Be friendly, neat, highly organized, energetic, communicative, cooperative, and flexible.
    • Be an “ambassador” for the museum.
    • Be able to work independently and be highly self-motivated.
  • Physical Abilities:
    • Note: NHC facilities are not ADA compliant.
    • Have the ability to:
      • Climb stairs multiple times a day.
      • Stand outdoors for several hours.
Job URL:

Posting Start Date:

Monday, February 5, 2024

Posting End Date:

Saturday, April 6, 2024

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