Director, Kleefeld Contemporary Art Museum

California State University, Long Beach • Long Beach, CA

2d • $7,955 - $11,933 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

JOB SUMMARY
In consultation with the Dean of the College of the Arts and other university, museum, and community stakeholders, the Director of Carolyn Campagna Kleefeld Contemporary Art Museum (KCAM) is responsible for all museum operations, personnel supervision, development and fundraising efforts, grant-writing initiatives, financial administration, advocacy for the museum and the arts in a university context, and the maintenance of positive and productive relationships with university administrators, faculty, the advisory board, and the greater community. With strong commitment to shared governance and consultation with appropriate staff and faculty, the Director establishes programs including selection and presentation of exhibitions, and educational programs. Also in consultation with the Dean, the Director of the University Art Museum is responsible for developing and implementing the strategic vision and long-range planning for the museum with particular emphasis on the unique roles and missions of a contemporary art museum in a university context.

Requirements

• Minimum BA in Art, Art History or Museum/Curatorial Studies and an advanced degree in an appropriate discipline such as a MA in Art History or Museum/Curatorial Studies, MFA in Studio Art, Ph.D. in Art History or Museum/Curatorial Studies, M.Arch or MBA Arts Administration required. Other disciplines will be considered if aligned with the duties and expectations of the position.
• Effective and proven background in museum/art center programming and operations.
• At least two years in managerial/supervisory positions.
• Nights, weekends, and other irregular schedules may be required.
• Valid CA Driver's License required.
• Ability to provide strong leadership, vision and strategic direction that acknowledges the roles of a museum within an academic college on a university campus.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans in consultation and coordination with others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of curatorial work including exhibition research, development, installation, and planning/execution of associated events and activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standards and best practices for museums and non-for-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated success in managing museum operations, including personnel matters.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, as well as to work successfully with and professionally support museum staff, volunteers, and diverse public constituencies.
• Evidence of success in developing, managing, and growing an annual operating budget.
• Strong record of success in fundraising and audience development.
• Strong record of success in grant-writing and resource acquisition activities.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and public speaking.
• Proven ability to work effectively with boards, volunteers, and in community relations and outreach capacities.
• Evidence of commitment to educational dimensions of art and museum interfaces with curricula and university programming.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Responsibilities

• Effective museum administration: Ensure that the museum follows all university standards and policies including sound university financial practices.
• Strategic fundraising and development efforts: Lead and participate in all fundraising and development activities for KCAM.
• Short- and long-term strategic planning and plan implementation from KCAM. Seek collaborative opportunities with academic programs and the Long Beach community as a whole.
• Effective communications planning: In coordination with KCAM staff, develop and supervise all museum communications, marketing and promotional materials including long-range, comprehensive communications plans. Serve as the KCAM spokesperson in appropriate museum, college, university, and community settings.

Benefits

• Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director