Director and Chief Executive Officer
Nebraska State Historical Society
Lincoln

The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS), one of the nation's most
distinguished historical institutions, seeks qualified candidates for the
position of Director and Chief Executive Officer. The mission of the NSHS is
"to collect, preserve, and open to all the histories we share."

The NSHS, an agency of the State of Nebraska, provides a broad range of
historical services to the people of the State. Those include archeology, the
State Archives, the Nebraska History Library, historic preservation, seven
historic sites, the AAM-accredited Nebraska History Museum, book and
periodical publications and the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center. Founded in
1878, the NSHS in the 21st century sparks curiosity about the past and
preserves historical resources to foster learning Nebraskans can use to build
their futures.

  
The Director will report to a fifteen-member board of trustees.

  
Key Responsibilities and Qualifications:

Visionary thinking with the strategic and managements skills to make the
vision a reality

An eye for talent and an ability to attract, develop, and retain a first-rate
staff

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Awareness of how contemporary technologies can be used to preserve and share
historical resources and attract new audiences

Astute financial management skills

Superior public and private fundraising skills

The ability and confidence to work with a strong board and staff, donors,
government officials and the general public

Effective communicator to serve as the public face of the Nebraska State
Historical Society

Strong professional connections

  
Personal Characteristics:

Integrity, trustworthiness and credibility

Excellent communicator with people at every level

Tactful and diplomatic

Proven success in leadership

A passion for, and understanding of, history with a talent to tell its stories

  
Professional Qualifications:

Education: Advanced degree preferred in history or a field directly relevant
to the responsibilities of Director and CEO and to the mission of the NSHS

Experience: Minimum of five years of successful and progressively responsible
experience; relevant executive experience working with a board and leading a
staff

  
Candidates for this position should submit a cover letter, resume, and
appropriate references by April 8 to:

Bryan & Jordan Consulting, LLC

Meredith Handakas, Associate

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The State of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State of Nebraska and the Nebraska State Historical Society comply with
Nebraska's Veteran's Preference Laws.



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