Executive Director
American Association for State and Local History, Northfield, Minnesota, United States, 55057
Position Overview
The Norwegian American Historical Association (NAHA) seeks an experienced and dynamic Executive Director to lead this nationally recognized organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Norwegian-American history and culture. This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of history, culture, and community engagement while managing a vital cultural institution.
The Norwegian American Historical Association inspires connections to Norwegian-American experiences through discovery, scholarship and stewardship. Archives, publications, educational programs and research are central to its mission. Located at St. Olaf College, NAHA serves as a vital resource for scholars, students, and the public interested in Norwegian-American heritage. Its website is located at https://norwegianamericanhistory.org
Essential Job Duties
Leadership & Governance
Manage board affairs including institutional records, reports, and quarterly board meetings
Facilitate strategic planning initiatives, task forces, and committees
Represent NAHA at campus and public meetings
Financial Management
Prepare and monitor budgets for organizational operations
Issue regular financial reports to the board and stakeholders
Oversee bookkeeping functions and ensure fiscal responsibility
Development & Fundraising
Lead member recruitment and donor relations initiatives
Manage annual fund appeals and major gift campaigns
Research, write, and manage grant applications
Oversee special fundraising campaigns from planning through stewardship
Maintain comprehensive donor records and correspondence
Communications & Public Relations
Oversee production of quarterly newsletters, e-newsletters, and annual reports
Manage social media presence and website content
Coordinate advertising and publicity efforts
Deliver presentations to public audiences as requested
Publications Program
Manage NAHA's publications program including budget oversight
Coordinate contracts with editors, vendors, and co-publishers
Oversee book sales, inventory management, and distribute
Event Planning & Management
Plan and execute NAHA events including conferences and special programs
Manage event marketing, registration, and logistics
Secure presenters, volunteers, venues, and catering services
Supervision & Collaboration
Supervise NAHA staff including Borgen Family Archivist, archivists, editor, and student employees
Coordinate work of interns and volunteers
Facilitate relationships with contractors and consultants
General Administration
Respond to phone and email inquiries from the public
Purchase supplies and equipment as needed
Ensure compliance with organizational and institutional requirements
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Reports to the Associate Provost
This position supervises both staff and student workers
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet St. Olaf College driver authorization criteria.
Valid passport.
Experience:
Strong knowledge of and/or demonstrated interest in Norwegian-American history and culture.
2+ years of sales and/or marketing experience, OR 2+ years of non-profit development/fundraising experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Proficiency with database management and office software.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in History, Scandinavian Studies, Norwegian, or related field
Graduate degree
Experience: Knowledge of Norwegian language.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in non-profit environment including working with boards, volunteers, and development activities.
Experience working in an academic setting
Grant writing experience.
Event planning and management experience
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The Norwegian American Historical Association inspires connections to Norwegian-American experiences through discovery, scholarship and stewardship. Archives, publications, educational programs and research are central to its mission. Located at St. Olaf College, NAHA serves as a vital resource for scholars, students, and the public interested in Norwegian-American heritage. Its website is located at https://norwegianamericanhistory.org
Essential Job Duties
Leadership & Governance
Manage board affairs including institutional records, reports, and quarterly board meetings
Facilitate strategic planning initiatives, task forces, and committees
Represent NAHA at campus and public meetings
Financial Management
Prepare and monitor budgets for organizational operations
Issue regular financial reports to the board and stakeholders
Oversee bookkeeping functions and ensure fiscal responsibility
Development & Fundraising
Lead member recruitment and donor relations initiatives
Manage annual fund appeals and major gift campaigns
Research, write, and manage grant applications
Oversee special fundraising campaigns from planning through stewardship
Maintain comprehensive donor records and correspondence
Communications & Public Relations
Oversee production of quarterly newsletters, e-newsletters, and annual reports
Manage social media presence and website content
Coordinate advertising and publicity efforts
Deliver presentations to public audiences as requested
Publications Program
Manage NAHA's publications program including budget oversight
Coordinate contracts with editors, vendors, and co-publishers
Oversee book sales, inventory management, and distribute
Event Planning & Management
Plan and execute NAHA events including conferences and special programs
Manage event marketing, registration, and logistics
Secure presenters, volunteers, venues, and catering services
Supervision & Collaboration
Supervise NAHA staff including Borgen Family Archivist, archivists, editor, and student employees
Coordinate work of interns and volunteers
Facilitate relationships with contractors and consultants
General Administration
Respond to phone and email inquiries from the public
Purchase supplies and equipment as needed
Ensure compliance with organizational and institutional requirements
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Reports to the Associate Provost
This position supervises both staff and student workers
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet St. Olaf College driver authorization criteria.
Valid passport.
Experience:
Strong knowledge of and/or demonstrated interest in Norwegian-American history and culture.
2+ years of sales and/or marketing experience, OR 2+ years of non-profit development/fundraising experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Proficiency with database management and office software.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in History, Scandinavian Studies, Norwegian, or related field
Graduate degree
Experience: Knowledge of Norwegian language.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in non-profit environment including working with boards, volunteers, and development activities.
Experience working in an academic setting
Grant writing experience.
Event planning and management experience
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