EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR|MUSEO DE LAS AMÉRICASORGANIZATION

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR|MUSEO DE LAS AMÉRICASORGANIZATIONTh e
Colorado, is committed to its mission
Latino Americano art and culture from ancient to contemporary. The Museo presents
exhibitions and education programs that offer new views on Latin American art and culture,
advancing the role of Latino artists in the global cultural dialogue and becoming a cultural
hub for the local, national and global community. The Museo has also established itself as
an integral educational resource for teachers and students. Through interactive tours and
outreach workshops of its collections and temporary exhibitions, the Museo has provided
valuable learning tools to the school curriculum.Museo de las Américas located in the heart of Denver’s Santa Fe Art District in Denver,to educate our community about the diversity ofEXECUTIVE DIRECTORThe Executive Director serves as the CEO of the Museo de las Américas. The Executive
Director, in cooperation with the Board of Trustees and staff, defines its vision while
overseeing its short-term and long-range goals. The Executive Director is the chief
spokesperson, representing the museum to its many constituencies, both internal and
external. The scope of responsibility will include providing leadership, artistic vision, strategic
and operational planning, governance and financial management and direction in the
areas of exhibitions and collections, adult programming, education programs,
development/ fundraising, finance, staff management, community relations, facilities,
volunteer development and other special project areas.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
LeadershipThe Executive Director is a visionary leader, developing new concepts in all programming
areas and cultural events that increases attendance, grows membership, and positions the
Museo as the true face of Latino Americano art and culture in Denver. The Executive
Director Is responsible for the management of all operations, staff, team-building and
human resources administration. The Executive Director assures that the Museo has
maximum visibility and standing in the local, regional, national and international arenas.
With the Board’s assistance, the Executive Director secures the financial and human
resources to implement those strategies and becomes the primary voice of the Museo in
communicating its mission, goals, and accomplishments to the public.Fund DevelopmentThe Executive Director oversees a comprehensive fundraising, development and
advancement plan that supports the Museum’s ongoing programs and the growth of its
artistic, educational, and endowment campaign initiatives. The Executive Director leads the
development of new revenue streams, both earned and contributed, to build the Museo’s
general budget, reserve fund and endowment fund.Strategic and Operational PlanningThe Executive Director develops the overall strategic plan and is responsible for the
management of this plan and day-to-day objectives and tactics. The Executive Director
oversees the Museo’s overall work plan and goals with staff and is responsible for its
implementation and reporting process.Financial ManagementThe Executive Director assures that the Museo’s financial resources are appropriately and
effectively utilized. The Executive Director assumes fiscal responsibility for the overall budget
and monitors the financial situation of the Museo and its programs. The Executive Director
assures appropriate and necessary cash flow and the most effective use of fiscal resources.
The Executive Director develops the necessary monitoring instruments and procedures to
assure that all funds are properly used and accounted for and that reports to funding
agencies are prompt and correct. The Executive Director provides the Board with the most
useful and appropriate forms of information to enable them to understand the financial
status of the Museo.Board RelationsThe Executive Director maintains continuous and effective communication with the Board,
keeping Board members informed about the fiscal health of the organization and about all
matters that have a policy dimension or that might have a policy impact. The Executive
Director develops the agenda for Board meetings in collaboration with the Board Chair and
the Executive Committee. The Executive Director supports all committees in their work
assuring a clear understanding of their responsibilities and the necessary information to
carry out those responsibilities. The Executive Director involves all Board members in the
governance of the Museo and in promoting the well being of the organization, including
assuring that they are all contributors to the Museo, take ownership of the Museo and its
programs, attend the Museo’s events and functions, and are ambassadors for the Museo.PR/MarketingT he Executive Director identifies key stakeholders (individuals, agencies, organizations, and
institutions) ; articulates key messages to promote the Museo; develops strategies to deliver
those messages to stakeholders; leads the Museo public relations plan to maximize the
visibility and brand image of the Museo; and institutes processes for keeping stakeholders
informed.QUALIFICAT IONSThe Executive Director should have:•
with advanced degree(s) preferred.Three years senior management experience and at a minimum a bachelor degree•
and public sectors.Demonstrate d three to five years experience in effective fundraising from the private•
advocate for Latin American art and artists.A passion for guiding a museum that has a vision to be the foremost authority and• Curatorial experience and awareness desirable..•
software.Should have extensive knowledge of computerized applications and museum•
communication skills; and a high level of presentation, negotiation, problem-solving
and conflict-resolution skills.Must have excellent administrative skills, strong interpersonal ad written/oral• Must have evidence of success through communications skills, both oral and written.•
including major donors and ethnically diverse communities. Must have the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds• Must possess unquestioned honestly and integrity•
experience or come from another background with a strong skill set and still have a
strong understanding of the Museo’s mission.The Board of Trustees understands that a qualified candidate could have otherCOMPENSATION & BENEFITSCompensatio n is very competitive and commensurate with experience with appropriate
benefits, and vacation.APPLICATIO NS AND INQUIRIESPlease send cover letter and resume to edsearch@museo. org

Tey Marianna Nunn, Ph.D.
Director and Chief Curator
Visual Arts Program
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 4th Street SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102

Phone 505-246-2261 ext. 116
Fax 505-246-2613
tey.nunn@state. nm.us