Executive Director
Posted May 16, 2012
Position Details | |
|---|---|
| Type | Full Time |
| Offered By | Preservation Durham 3001 Academy Rd, Suite 130 Durham , North Carolina |
| Salary | to be negotiated |
| For More Information | Name: Josh Parker Title: Incoming Board President Phone: 919-682-3036 personnel@preservationdurham.org http://www.preservationdurham.org |
Preservation Durham’s mission is to protect Durham’s historic assets through Action, Advocacy, and Education. It was established in 1974. There are two staff members and an active board of directors. Its annual budget is approximately $175,000. Membership is approximately 600. The Executive Director shall report to and take direction from the Executive Committee of the Board and shall have overall responsibility for management of the organization and the development of policy options for consideration by the Board of Directors. Salary is to be negotiated and includes three weeks vacation. The position is full time, but hours are flexible. Some evening and weekend time should be expected.
Duties
Supervise ongoing fundraising and membership development programs. Provide day-to-day direction for the work of the organization; be responsible for hiring, supervising and coordinating staff, and maintaining a functional, efficient office. Set agendas for and attend all meetings of the Executive Committee and the Board. Orient, train, and assist in identifying new Board members. Prepare annual budgets and maintain fiscal operations and accountability. Monitor long-range strategic planning for PD’s growth and development. Initiate and administer programs to fulfill PD objectives and priorities. Design and direct a public information program to increase public awareness and support of PD’s projects and priorities. Act as public spokesperson and advocate for PD’s mission. Initiate actions to preserve the history, architecture and cultural heritage of Durham and Durham County and educate the citizens in this regard. Develop, promote and maintain volunteer programs for preserving Durham’s history, architectural, and cultural heritage. Establish, maintain and monitor relationships with local, state, and federal government agencies and other organizations conducive to cooperative action. Develop a long term staffing and hiring plan with timeline.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for Executive Director will have a passion for Durham and historic preservation, demonstrated management and interpersonal skills, and the ability to serve as an effective spokesperson for Preservation Durham's mission and advocacy.
How to Apply
More details can be found at www.preservationdurham.org/executive-director Please send a resume and cover letter to Josh Parker, incoming Board President, at personnel@preservationdurham.org.
