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Sending on behalf of the Napa Valley Museum in Yountville, California:

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director of Napa Valley
Museum (NVM) serves as the chief administrative officer of the organization,
initiating or implementing policies and a program approved or defined by the
Museum Board of Trustees and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of
the Museum. 

DESCRIPTION

Management: The Director demonstrates the interpersonal skills and abilities
necessary to lead and motivate a diverse constituency, including NVM staff,
volunteers, partners and board members.  S/he is responsible for oversight
and daily supervision of all NVM employees, contractors and volunteers to
ensure goals and objectives are met in a nurturing and rewarding team
environment. S/he is well-organized, energetic, and results-oriented. 

The Director is responsible for the timely development and successful
implementation of the annual budget. S/he provides analysis, support, and
recommendations to the board treasurer and executive, endowment, and finance
committees regarding all financial matters of NVM. S/he has competent
computer skills and a working knowledge of data management systems,
organization record keeping and other electronic media.

The Director works with the board of trustees and staff to ensure that NVM
complies with all applicable laws and regulations. S/he organizes all NVM
board meetings and prepares and presents a monthly accomplishment report.
S/he serves as an advisory member of the executive committee and facilitates
development of strategic plans for the organization. S/he oversees
agreements with other agencies, organizations and partners. 

Resource Development: The Director serves a leadership role for all
fundraising activities of NVM, in collaboration with the board of trustees
S/he creates a balanced mix of revenue sources tailored to meet the short-
and long-term needs of NVM. S/he develops goals and strategies for annual
operations and capital fundraising projects; develops, cultivates and
solicits a portfolio of major gift donor prospects; organizes special donor
cultivation events; oversees development of supporting materials; and
provides recognition and stewardship of major donors. S/he is responsible
for the preparation, distribution and implementation of grants from both
public and private sources in support of NVM strategic priorities.

Communication and Outreach: The Director demonstrates excellent
communication skills, both verbal and written. S/he provides organizational
continuity and support for the board, staff and volunteers. S/he is the
primary spokesperson for all NVM programs. S/he actively seeks appropriate
media opportunities and ensures that the  Museum and its Mission are
effectively presented to various publics. S/he is responsible for
establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with all
government, civic, corporate, educational, and environmental groups and
partners.

Programs: S/he is responsible for the direction and general oversight of all
programs, ensuring delivery of high quality activities. This includes
implementing the long-term vision for NVM education exhibition and
development programs.  It is also the responsibility of the Director to stay
current with new information and ideas through continuing education and
networking with other organizations and educators.

QUALIFICATIONS

An advanced degree in history, art, environmental science or a related
field. Minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible experience, managing
a staff or department, in a museum or related institution. Demonstrated
record of success in fund-raising and institutional planning. Working
knowledge of nonprofit fiscal management and budgeting.

Commitment to excellence in all aspects of museum management, including
scholarship, education, collections care, and public outreach. Candidate
must be able to articulate the value of the museum in community, and the
value of professional development to museum management. 

Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills. Sensitivity
to cultural and professional diversity is a must. Ability to lead and
motivate staff, board, volunteers, and donors, and to expand interest in and
support of the NVM and its mission. 

The NVM is a small organization with big impact, so the candidate must be
creative and resourceful, and demonstrate an effective and efficient
approach to problem solving. Hands-on management is required, as the
organization currently has five F/T and six P/T staff.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM

The Napa Valley Museum is dedicated to promoting the cultural and
environmental heritage of Napa Valley. Our special, changing and permanent
exhibits represent a diverse range of subjects from fine arts to history to
natural sciences. 

The current facility is located in Yountville in the heart of wine country.
The board has embarked on a capital campaign to fund and construct a new
museum in downtown Napa in partnership with the city. In addition to other
management responsibilities described above, the new executive director will
work with the board on this exciting project to promote and develop this new
facility. 

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

To ensure full consideration, an application packet must include: a cover
letter describing qualifications; a current resume or CV; salary history;
and contact information for a minimum of three references.

Candidates should email a cover letter and resume to  NVMposition@gmail.com
by November 20 2007.  

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<p class=3DMsoNormal>Sending on behalf of the Napa Valley Museum in =
Yountville, California:<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><b><span =
style=3D'font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>EXECUTIVE =
DIRECTOR</span></b><span
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></=
span></p>

Reporting
to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director of Napa Valley Museum =
(NVM)
serves as the chief administrative officer of the organization, =
initiating or
implementing policies and a program approved or defined by the Museum =
Board of
Trustees and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Museum. =
<o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoPlainText =
style=3D'margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><b><span
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:windowte=
xt'>DESCRIPTION<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>

Management:
The Director demonstrates the interpersonal skills and abilities =
necessary to
lead and motivate a diverse constituency, including NVM staff, =
volunteers,
partners and board members.&nbsp; S/he is responsible for oversight and =
daily
supervision of all NVM employees, contractors and volunteers to ensure =
goals
and objectives are met in a nurturing and rewarding team environment. =
S/he is
well-organized, energetic, and results-oriented. <o:p></o:p>

The
Director is responsible for the timely development and successful
implementation of the annual budget. S/he provides analysis, support, =
and
recommendations to the board treasurer and executive, endowment, and =
finance
committees regarding all financial matters of NVM. S/he has competent =
computer
skills and a working knowledge of data management systems, organization =
record
keeping and other electronic media.<o:p></o:p>

The
Director works with the board of trustees and staff to ensure that NVM =
complies
with all applicable laws and regulations. S/he organizes all NVM board =
meetings
and prepares and presents a monthly accomplishment report. S/he serves =
as an
advisory member of the executive committee and facilitates development =
of
strategic plans for the organization. S/he oversees agreements with =
other
agencies, organizations and partners. <o:p></o:p>

Resource
Development: The Director serves a leadership role for all fundraising
activities of NVM, in collaboration with the board of trustees S/he =
creates a
balanced mix of revenue sources tailored to meet the short- and =
long-term needs
of NVM. S/he develops goals and strategies for annual operations and =
capital
fundraising projects; develops, cultivates and solicits a portfolio of =
major
gift donor prospects; organizes special donor cultivation events; =
oversees
development of supporting materials; and provides recognition and =
stewardship
of major donors. S/he is responsible for the preparation, distribution =
and implementation
of grants from both public and private sources in support of NVM =
strategic
priorities.<o:p></o:p>

Communication
and Outreach: The Director demonstrates excellent communication skills, =
both
verbal and written. S/he provides organizational continuity and support =
for the
board, staff and volunteers. S/he is the primary spokesperson for all =
NVM
programs. S/he actively seeks appropriate media opportunities and =
ensures that
the&nbsp; Museum and its Mission are effectively presented to various
publics.&nbsp;S/he is responsible for establishing and maintaining =
positive,
collaborative relationships with all government, civic, corporate, =
educational,
and environmental groups and partners.<o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoPlainText =
style=3D'margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><span
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:windowte=
xt'>Programs:
S/he is responsible for the direction and general oversight of all =
programs, ensuring
delivery of high quality activities.&nbsp;This includes implementing the
long-term vision for NVM education exhibition and development =
programs.&nbsp;
It is also the responsibility of the Director to stay current with new
information and ideas through continuing education and networking with =
other
organizations and educators.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><b><span =
style=3D'font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>QUALIFICATIONS</span></b><span
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></=
span></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p>&nbsp;</=
o:p></span></p>

An
advanced degree in history, art, environmental science or a related =
field.
Minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible experience, managing a =
staff
or department, in a museum or related institution. Demonstrated record =
of
success in fund-raising and institutional planning. Working knowledge of
nonprofit fiscal management and budgeting.<o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p>&nbsp;</=
o:p></span></p>

Commitment
to excellence in all aspects of museum management, including =
scholarship,
education, collections care, and public outreach. Candidate must be able =
to
articulate the value of the museum in community, and the value of =
professional
development to museum management.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p>&nbsp;</=
o:p></span></p>

Excellent
interpersonal and written/oral communication skills. Sensitivity to =
cultural
and professional diversity is a must. Ability to lead and motivate =
staff,
board, volunteers, and donors, and to expand interest in and support of =
the NVM
and its mission. <o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The NVM is a small organization with =
big
impact, so the candidate must be creative and resourceful, and =
demonstrate an
effective and efficient approach to problem solving.&nbsp;Hands-on =
management
is required, as the organization currently has five F/T and six P/T =
staff.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><b><span =
style=3D'font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>ABOUT THE =
MUSEUM<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>

The Napa Valley Museum is dedicated to
promoting the cultural and environmental heritage of Napa Valley. Our =
special,
changing and permanent exhibits represent a diverse range of subjects =
from fine
arts to history to natural sciences. <o:p></o:p>

The current facility is located in =
Yountville
in the heart of wine country. The board has embarked on a capital =
campaign to
fund and construct a new museum in downtown Napa in partnership with the =
city.
In addition to other management responsibilities described above, the =
new
executive director will work with the board on this exciting project to =
promote
and develop this new facility. <o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><b><span =
style=3D'font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>COMPENSATION<o:p></o:p></span></=
b></p>

Commensurate with qualifications and
experience. <o:p></o:p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>To ensure full consideration, an =
application
packet must include: a cover letter describing qualifications; a current =
resume
or CV; salary history; and contact information for a minimum of three
references.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'mso-margin-top-alt:auto'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Candidates should email a cover letter =
and
resume to <u>&nbsp;NVMposition@gmail.com </u>by November 20 2007.&nbsp; =
<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class=3DMsoNormal><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p>&nbsp;=
</o:p></span></p>

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