Director of Schiele Museum

Director of Schiele Museum

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Schiele Museum (1500 E Garrison Blvd), Gastonia, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

01782

Department

Museum

Division

Schiele Museum/Administration

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

10/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

General Definition of Work

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative leadership to carry out the mission of the City and the Schiele Museum by managing operations, maintaining standards, financial stability, long range planning, and serve as the representative of the museum.

This job works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, view the Director of Schiele Museum job brochure here: Director of Schiele Museum

Hiring Range: $139,000 - $150,000

Essential Functions/Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Provides administrative leadership to carry out the mission of the City and the Schiele Museum.
• Secures funding through grants, directs all fundraising, and ensures financial stability.
• Directs daily operations to maintain industry standards and best practices.
• Serves as the representative of the museum in the community and to the Schiele Museum, Inc.
• Leads the long rang planning process.
• Prepare departmental budget and monitor expenditure.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education/Experience/Physical Demands/Special Requirements/Additional Information

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's Degree in Natural Science, Humanities or related discipline.
• Ten years of museum management or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700, IS-100, IS-200, IS-300, and IS-400 courses within 12 months of hire date.

Physical Demands:

This is a physically demanding position. The following summarizes the physical activities, vision, and working coniditon that are typical of this work.

Physical Activity:

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Vision:

Work requires visual acuity, depth perception, and an adequate field of vision to safely operate trucks, forklifts, cranes, and other vehicles or equipment

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

Workers are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions such as in a typical office or administrative work environment

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance:

The City of Gastonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses:

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employ for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Drug screening, reference checks, and criminal background are required.

The City of Gastonia is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We value diversity and promise to honor your experiences, perspective, and unique identity.

High Deductible Health Plan with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Pension (Local Government Employees Retirement System)

401(k)

457

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Dependent Care Plan

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Health Clinic

Employee Educational Assistance Program

Sick Leave (12 days per year)

Initial Employment Vacation: Starting at 12 days per year

Holidays (11 days per year)

Personal Day (1 day per year)

A comprehensive list of benefits can be found online at City of Gastonia Employee Benefits Handbook

Employer City of Gastonia

Address 181 South Street

Gastonia, North Carolina, 28052

Phone (704) 866-6859

(704) 866-6858

Website https://gastonianc.gov/