Description

The Greenbrier Historical Society (GHS) was founded in 1963 and is a non-profit whose mission is to share the diverse history and culture of Greenbrier Valley. Properties of the Greenbrier Historical Society include the North House Museum and Archives, the 1834 Supreme Court of Appeals of Va Law Library and Study and 1835 Rhoda's House (enslaved quarters) buildings, the Barracks (all in Lewisburg, WV) and the Blue Sulphur Springs Pavilion (near Alderson, WV).  For more details see www.greenbrierhistorical.org.

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Society, and application of the Society’s policies, procedures and strategic plans. The Director oversees staff (currently three full-time, two part-time, and two AmeriCorps) and volunteers, develops and implements exhibits and programs, oversees publications, and represents the Society in the greater regional community, including collaboration with other non-profits and organizations. The Executive Director works in close coordination with an active Board of Directors who meet monthly.  The position includes sickness, bereavement, and vacation leave but not health insurance or retirement benefits.

Requirements

Key Experience and Skills: Leadership, Communication, Project & Property Management, Personnel Management, Grant Writing & Implementation, Exhibit & Program Development, Membership Growth & Management, Event Planning/Marketing, Financial Management, and Strategic Planning.

 Technical Skills: Proficiency (or sufficient familiarity to direct staff) in programs such as MS Office, Google Suites, Past Perfect, Little Green Light (or other donor management software), QuickBooks, MailChimp, website and graphic design software; exhibit design; journal and newsletter production.