INTRODUCTION
The Palmer Museum of History and Art (PMHA) is hiring for an Executive Director (ED). The ED is the Chief Executive Officer of PMHA, is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives, and reports to the PMHA Board of Directors. This position will begin employment in November or December 2023.
PMHA is a small 501(c)3 nonprofit, contracting with the City of Palmer to provide museum and visitor center services for the Greater Palmer Area. PMHA is based in a City-owned small log cabin in downtown Palmer. Per contracts with the City, PMHA is open daily from 9a to 6p May 1 through September 15, and on reduced hours for the remainder of the year.
Our mission at PMHA is “Our work inspires, enriches, and cultivates our community’s connection to the unique history, culture, and art of the Greater Palmer Area.”
MAJOR DUTIES
The ideal candidate will be an effective administrator, advocate, and organizer for the Palmer Museum and Visitor Information Center. Duties include:
1. Represent the organization to agencies, organizations, and the general public.
2. Oversees budget and financial management.
- Work with the Board to prepare the PMHA operating and programming budget.
- Work with PMHA’s accountant to prepare / review annual, quarterly, and monthly
reports to the City of Palmer, State of Alaska, and IRS as required.
- Secure grants, sponsorship, and City Contract funding to maintain and grow PMHA
financial health.
- Assist the Board with operating and developing fundraisers to support programs and
operations.
3. Employees
- Manage and supervise a PMHA staff, including hiring temporary summer employees.
4. Visitor Information Center Oversight
- Provide accurate and engaging information to visitors and residents about Palmer history and visitor attractions.
- Assist in the writing, marketing, and distribution literature to promote Palmer.
5. Museum Programs and Oversight
- Develop exhibits and programs to promote the arts and Palmer history for visitors and the Palmer community.
- Establish relationships with statewide museum and visitor partners, local travel industry businesses, cultural organization partners, and local government.
6. Membership
- Engage and grow the PMHA membership base and community footprint.
7. Other
- Work with the City of Palmer to ensure the museum and visitor center grounds are
kept clean, welcoming, and fully available for visitor and community needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate will possess:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in business management or equal experience, OR museum studies,
history, anthropology, or related fields strongly preferred.
2. Exceptional financial management skills with the ability to write grant applications and
follow up grant reporting.
3. Experience with nonprofit governance and management.
4. Ability to multitask, work to deadlines, and delegate.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
6. Proven record of attracting sponsors, donors, and business partners for PMHA.
WORK SCHEDULE
This is a full time, 35 hours per week position, working in person at the museum and visitor center. More hours may be required during the busy summer season (April 1 through September 30). During winter, the ED can adopt a more flexible schedule with the approval of the Board.
COMPENSATION
Compensation starts at $42,500 per year, and includes three weeks of PTO, and five paid holidays. Funds for professional development and travel available on a year to year basis.

TO APPLY Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected].