Executive Director Museum of the Southwest

The Museum of the Southwest, an AAM‑accredited institution located in Midland, Texas, seeks an Executive Director to chart new pathways for growth, engagement, and sustainability.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead strategic planning and rebranding initiatives, facility upgrades, campus unification, and growth in visitation and revenue.
• Develop a business plan, policies, and procedures addressing financial stewardship and sustainability.
• Provide leadership support for a capital campaign focused on creating a new Visitor Center by adaptive reuse of historic stables and increasing staffing and endowment growth.
• Celebrate and commemorate the Museum’s 60th anniversary in 2026.
• Leverage the Museum’s status as an AAM‑accredited institution for greater visibility, impact, and community engagement.
• Lead the Museum’s Board and staff through the AAM re‑accreditation process.
• Support the Museum’s commitment to diverse talent at staff and board levels, reflecting the community’s footprint.
• Manage staff, inspire teamwork, and foster leadership skills; collaborate with curatorial, programmatic, and educational directions.
• Coordinate fundraising, maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and the community, preparing for a capital campaign.
• Maintain positive board relations, ensuring transparency and best governance practices.
• Serve as primary spokesperson, leading outreach and marketing to elevate the Museum’s profile.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum five years of executive/management experience in nonprofit environments, preferably museums or similar mission‑driven organizations.
• Strategic planning acumen, vision communication, consensus building.
• Proficiency in financial and nonprofit business management; oversee annual budget, interpret financial statements, communicate performance.
• Successful fundraising experience with donors, foundations, corporate and governmental funding.
• Management and organizational skills for leading staff and volunteer teams.
• Strong communication, advocacy, interpersonal skills to network and connect with audiences.
• Experience collaborating with diverse constituents, partners, and stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent life experience.

COMPENSATION

$130,000 – $160,000 per year

STATEMENTS

EA/EO. All applications and nominations are kept confidential; we will not contact references without your permission.

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