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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of the Museum (and Senior Manager LSA Units), the Chief Administrator (CA) provides leadership and day-to-day management of the operational side of the museum aligned with the museum’s mission and strategic plan and initiatives. The individual in this position manages a multi-disciplinary staff of staff professionals working collaboratively with curators, archaeologists, and research scientists employed at the Kelsey Museum.   This position will supervise the professional staff within the unit and well as coordinate facility operations with DPSS security and custodial staff.

Working closely with the Director and Associate Director, this position will have primary responsibility for planning and priority setting for museum operations as well as strategic budget decisions.  This position will oversee and work closely with the business office and LSA business analyst to oversee the budget and to ensure that the Museum is following College and University best practices related to financial and HR management.

The Chief Administrator also has supervisory responsibility for the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs.   This role acts as the Museums representative over a wide range of University and community constituents.  The individual will work closely with the Director and Associate Director to expand foundation and government support for the Museum through and will work collaboratively with LSA Development on any fundraising activities.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

Oversight of daily museums operations through supervision of staff including the administration office and other professional museum staff positions, outreach and programming activities. Management of unit activities related to security, facility, and custodial, as well as oversight of building activities including LSA upgrade and building endowment projects.  

Strategic partnership with Director on major planning, priority setting, overall management and museum operations. Participate in major budget decisions in conjunction with Director. 

Support unit grant activities with MLB support and monitoring.  Oversee marketing and development activities in conjunction with LSA Development, Marketing, & Communications partners and the Museum Director and Associate Director.

Required Qualifications*

3-5 years administrative responsibility including staff supervision, facilities and budget management is required.  3-5 years of budgetary experience and research grants. Demonstrated success in leading and managing people and programs in complex non-profit organizations.  Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, excellent writing, and verbal skills.

Information about DEIA and ability to facilitate an inclusive environment integrated throughout the unit’s strategic planning and daily workplace environment.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience working in academic setting. Experience in a public facing unit. Experience leading diverse and creative teams. Experience in museum practices. An advanced degree or equivalent experience in museum management or a museum related field. 

Additional Information

Note:  Anticipated salary in the $75,500 to $94,100 range with higher salary possible for well qualified candidates.

As one of the world’s great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.

To learn more about LSA’s Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.