Description

Responsible for the administration and oversight of all facets of museum operations, including staff supervision, management of budgets and grants, the development of educational programming and exhibits, fundraising and revenue generation, collections management, and public relations. The Director is responsible for policy and procedures that ensure the museum operates under best practices and maintains its AAM accreditation. The Director manages the museum as an interdisciplinary unit central to the university's academic mission; as an undergraduate resource for experiential learning; and as a dynamic graduate training site for museum studies.

Requirements

      Hires, supervises, evaluates and trains museum staff including undergraduate and graduate students, grant funded and temporary staff

      Oversees planning and implementation of exhibits and educational programming on and off-site

      Develops and secures outside funding sources through grants, donations, and formal fund development in collaboration with the Georgia Southern University Foundation and Office of University Advancement

      Oversees and administers museum fiscal matters including annual budgets and budget requests, Foundation funds, and earned income according to university policies and procedures

      Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and best practices in the field. Establish sound working relationships and leadership roles in museum professional organizations ensuring best practices and accreditation standards are maintained and integrated into student learning

      Oversee marketing, advertising, social media, and internal/external messaging, acting as the primary spokesperson to enhance the museum's visitation, reputation and collaboration

      Oversee museum facilities and collections to ensure their proper care and preservation

      With status as faculty in the Department of History, the Director manages the museum's graduate teaching responsibilities and the museum's collaboration in the MA programs in Public History and Museum Studies and the development of a Ph.D. program in Museum and Public Humanities

Educational Requirements

 Ph.D. degree in History or American Studies

 Required Experience 
 A minimum of five-years museum or cultural resource executive management experience

Demonstrated success in the development and administrative management of programs and personnel

Successful budgetary management skills and development of private/external support 

Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Ability to communicate and teach effectively

Ability to work collaboratively and with dynamic populations

Knowledge 
 Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

Knowledge and experience with museum accreditation standards, ethics, and best practices

Understanding of museum collections management systems

Skills 
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

 Apply Before Date 
June 5, 2026