Plymouth Antiquarian Society Seeks New Executive Director

The Plymouth Antiquarian Society, located in historic Plymouth, MA seeks a full-time Executive Director who will oversee the care and maintenance of its historic properties and collections, and further the Society's mission of fostering public engagement with Plymouth history after the Pilgrim era. The Antiquarian Society is the largest preservation organization in Plymouth, maintaining three historic house museums and their grounds, and an ancient Native American site, Sacrifice Rock. The Society has a significant collection of American furnishings, decorative arts, historic clothing and textiles, archives, books, and photographs. Established in 1919, this member-based non-profit organization offers seasonal tours of its historic properties and an active schedule of public programs and events throughout the year, targeted to members, residents, and visitors to Plymouth.

The Society is seeking a dynamic leader to be its next Executive Director. The Executive Director is the sole full-time employee of the Society and is responsible for all day to day operations, including financial and personnel management, and overseeing the ongoing stewardship of the historic properties. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills and be capable of managing multiple properties, multiple preservation projects, collections stewardship, educational and member programs, community engagement, fundraising, development, marketing, and media relations. She/he must have a strong appreciation and understanding of Plymouth's unique and ongoing history and be able to represent the Society effectively during the lead up to Plymouth's 400th anniversary in 2020. Advanced degree preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. 

To be considered, applicants should submit a cover letter stating qualifications, a resume, and three references including contact information by November 30, 2015 to Executive Search Committee, c/o Rose Stearns, mailto: pasoffice@verizon.net. For more details about the Society visit plymouthantiquariansociety.org.