March
23 rd

Executive Director Position – PHC, Panna Maria, TX

The Polish Heritage Center at Pann Maria is seeking an Executive Director.
Reports to: Board of Directors Polish Heritage Center

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Museum Studies, Public Administration, or related field
  • Possess a deep knowledge of the fundamentals of philanthropy; be comfortable in asking for major/monetary gifts
  • from both donors and corporations; identifying and cultivating new and potential donors and sponsors; identifying
  • grant opportunities and writing grants; experience with developing and implementing a fundraising strategy
  • Proven ability in developing and managing a budget, monitoring ongoing financial performance, and demonstrated
  • success in fundraising
  • A minimum of five years experience as a leader or manager within a public museum or a non-profit organization
  • Demonstrated analytical and planning skills including experience in managing staff, volunteers, and dealing with
  • human resources and related issues, including hiring monitoring, evaluating, and terminating employees.
  • Experience in oversight of facility and technology management
  • Possess exception and written and verbal communication skills that include public speaking and presentations
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite products, including databases and spreadsheet applications in a Windows environment
  • Knowledge and appreciation of the history of the Polish settlement in Texas and of Poland.

Responsibilities:

  • Develops a vision to move the PHC forward while preserving the traditional qualities to preserve the history of the First Permanent Polish Settlement in the Nation and Polish history.
  • Oversees all PHC operations including: budgeting, budget management, income generation, business operations, reporting, educational programing, events, exhibits, library, archives, genealogy lab, marketing, retail and physical plant operations.
  • Develops short-term and long-term Strategic and Business Plans.
  • Responsible for the implementation of the Board approved strategic, business plans and board policy.
  • Responsible for increasing the visibility of the PHC through the development and implementation of educational programs both on-site and virtual.
  • Ensures any developed curriculum complies with TEA guidelines.
  • Ensures that all programs, workshops, seminars, lectures and movies, special events and celebrations are in agreement with the PHC’s mission and values.
  • Supervises, manages, and evaluates all PHC staff and volunteers.
  • Maintains a current heritage center operational knowledge through business networks, related workshops/conferences, and professional publications.
  • Responsible for providing local, regional, and national marketing and public awareness of the mission and programming of the PHC.
  • Ensures proper physical plant maintenance and operation.
  • Represents the Center/Board, serving as the public face of the organization in all settings.


If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to Al Notzon, Board President, and Chair
Chairman@polishheritagecentertx.org
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 25, Panna Maria, Texas 78144
Please refer to the PHC website for the full job description