CPRST Museum Director

Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism • Cullman, AL

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About The Position

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 Museum’s mission to collect, preserve, and promote Cullman County history.

Requirements

• The preferred candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in History, Museum Studies, Public History, Education, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience working in a museum, historical organization, cultural institution, or related public or nonprofit setting.
• 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
• Flexibility for varying hours, including nights and weekends, is required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Cullman County history and experience working with local government or boards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops short- and long-term plans for museum operations, exhibits, programming, and community engagement.
• Prepares and manages the Museum’s 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.
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 Museum’s website, social media platforms, and promotional efforts to increase public awareness and attendance.
• 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.
• Oversees daily visitor services, including admissions and overall guest experience.
• Manages the Museum gift shop, including inventory, merchandising, and sales of museum-related items.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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