CPRST Museum Director

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

MISSION STATEMENT:

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions for the City of Cullman will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Equal opportunities are provided regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. The City of Cullman will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director of CPRST

COMPENSATION:

Full-Time / Salary (Overtime Exempt)

DESCRIPTION:

Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism is dedicated to improving quality of life through exceptional parks, facilities, events, and recreational opportunities for all.

This position provides overall leadership and management for the Cullman County Museum, ensuring alignment with the Museums mission to collect, preserve, and promote Cullman County history.

DETAILED WORK ACTIVITIES:

Museum Leadership and Administration

• Develops short- and long-term plans for museum operations, exhibits, programming, and community engagement.
• Prepares and manages the Museums annual budget, including prioritizing needs and presenting budget requests to the Executive Director and Museum Board of Directors.
• Maintains accurate records related to collections, operations, finances, and programming.

Staff and Volunteer Management

• Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates museum staff and volunteers.
• Develops work schedules and manages time-off requests to ensure appropriate coverage during operating hours and special events.
• Establishes clear work goals, expectations, and professional development opportunities for staff and volunteers

Exhibits and Collections Management

• Plans, develops, and oversees permanent and temporary exhibits, including exhibit themes, interpretive content, layout, and visitor experience.
• Ensures proper care, digital documentation, and preservation of museum collections in accordance with accepted museum standards.
• Conducts and supports historical research related to artifacts, exhibits, and Cullman County history.
• Oversees exhibit installation, maintenance, and rotation.

Education, Programming, and Visitor Experience

• Plans and coordinates educational programs, guided tours, lectures, special events, and group visits.
• Leads or assists with guided tours and walking tours as needed.
• Collaborates with schools, historians, and community organizations to expand educational outreach and engagement.

Public Relations and Community Engagement

• Serves as the primary public representative and spokesperson for the Museum.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with community partners, donors, historians, and civic organizations.
• Oversees the Museums website, social media platforms, and promotional efforts to increase public awareness and attendance.

Fundraising and Grants

• Identifies funding opportunities and prepares grant applications to support museum operations, exhibits, and programming.
• Manages awarded grants, including compliance, reporting, and project oversight.
• Assists with fundraising initiatives, sponsorships, and donor relations as appropriate.

Retail and Visitor Services

• Oversees daily visitor services, including admissions and overall guest experience.
• Manages the Museum gift shop, including inventory, merchandising, and sales of museum-related items.

General Duties

• Acts as a team member with other Parks and Recreation staff, supporting the vision and mission of the Museum Board of Directors, CPRST Board of Directors and the City of Cullman.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism and ethics, working amicably with the Museum Board, Park Board, Executive Director, administrators, personnel, and the community.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Adapts to a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, depending on events and projects.
• Attends all meetings as requested by the Executive Director and Museum Board of Directors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

The preferred candidate will have a bachelors degree in History, Museum Studies, Public History, Education, or a related field

Experience

35 years of experience working in a museum, historical organization, cultural institution, or related public or nonprofit setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Experienced in exhibit development, collections care, public programming and staff or volunteer supervision.
• Experience in budgeting, grant writing, fundraising, public speaking and community engagement.
• Must maintain a high level of professionalism and ethics
• Familiarity with Cullman County history and experience working with local government or boards is preferred.

Other Requirements

Flexibility for varying hours, including nights and weekends, is required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled indoor environment with occasional outdoor duties that may expose the employee to varying weather conditions. Hazards are minimal but may include those associated with general office work and facility management. Protective equipment is not typically required but may occasionally be necessary during facility maintenance, exhibit installation, or special events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is performed primarily indoors with occasional outdoor duties, including exposure to varying weather conditions. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend while performing various job duties. Must be able to routinely lift up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance.