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Vacancy:  Executive Director to fulfill the leadership requirements for
this dynamic museum, art gallery and community archives. This is a full
time, permanent and salaried position. Details below:



Job title:                               Executive Director



Institution/                         Touchstones Museum of Art and History

Organization



Location:                              Nelson, BC



Start Date of                      2016-10-15 (flexible)

Position:



Date of posting:                2016-08-12



Closing Date of                  2016-09-09

Posting:



Email:                                    MAAGjobposting at gmail.com

Link to   Institution:
*http://touchstonesnelson.ca/getinvolved/employment.php
<http://touchstonesnelson.ca/getinvolved/employment.php>*

Salary:                                   $45,000 - $50,000



Job Description:                This is a full time, permanent, salaried
position starting in October 2016.



Nelson is a vibrant arts and heritage community, highlighted as one of the
top Small Art Towns in Canada.  Touchstones is a destination centre.  In
the heart of the Kootenays, Nelson has a multitude of recreational
opportunities.



The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible
for Touchstones’ ongoing and day to day operation including managing:

·         Gallery Space, City of Nelson Archives, permanent Museum

·         a staff of 5 employees and various contractors

·         finances, accounting and budgeting

·          Overseeing  the development of exhibitions and educational
programs

·         the development of fund raising events and marketing and
promoting the organization

·         grant application writing and liaison with existing and
prospective funding agencies

·         community relations with the organization

·         Board projects and planning for the future of the organization



The successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge and
skills:

·         excellent written and oral communication skills

·         the ability to work both independently and in team situations

·         experience working with non-profit organizations

·         post-secondary education or equivalent experience in relevant
disciplines

·         knowledge of relevant legislation governing employee relations

·         knowledge or museums and art galleries with respect to their
general policies, procedures and priorities

·         supervisory experience

·         marketing, promotion and fund raising experience

·         grant application experience

·         leadership and motivational skills

·         the ability to prioritize, plan ahead, and meet deadlines

·         proficiency with computer communication, accounting and web
systems

The complete job description may be viewed at:
*http://touchstonesnelson.ca/getinvolved/employment.php
<http://touchstonesnelson.ca/getinvolved/employment.php>*



Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of application,
contact information for three references,  together with a current resume
to:                MAAGjobposting at gmail.com <%09%20MAAGjobposting at gmail.com>



Please direct all inquiries to MAAGjobposting at gmail.com.  No inquiries of
Touchstones staff please.



We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact those
selected for an interview.




Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History

502 Vernon Street

Nelson, BC V1L 4E7










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