President
Institution Type: | Museum |
Location: | Illinois, United States |
Position: | Administrator, Director, Other Professional |
An invitation to apply for the position of
Chicago History Museum
President
Chicago, Illinois
The Chicago History Museum (CHM) seeks a visionary, collegial, and entrepreneurial leader to serve as its next President. Established in 1856, less than twenty years after the incorporation of Chicago, CHM is internationally recognized for its innovative exhibitions, educational programs, physical and digital collections, and creative engagement with its environs. CHM’s dedication to Chicago guides and inspires the work of the institution: CHM collects, preserves, interprets, and presents the full and multicultural sweep of the city's history.
CHM is Chicago's oldest cultural institution and has adopted a forward-thinking approach that places it at the forefront of cultural and historical organizations. It was founded as the Chicago Historical Society; in 2006, following an extensive building renovation and rebranding initiative, the Society forged a new public identity as the Chicago History Museum. In so doing, CHM distinguished itself among collections-based historical societies in emphasizing accessible, inclusive, and interactive experiences open to the public. In the last decade CHM has solidified its position of leadership in the field by investing in a broad-based digital platform, thereby increasing access, providing depth of content online, and creating multilayered, multimodal visitor experiences. The Museum serves as a cultural hub for the greater Chicago area, with vital connections to the Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools, sister museums in Chicago, higher education institutions, and many community organizations. CHM welcomes 250,000 visitors annually. Many professional and public historians consider CHM to be the leading urban history museum in the nation.
The Chicago History Museum seeks a seasoned professional with a passion for the city and stories of Chicago, and whose vision matches the Museum in boldness and ambition. The President will extend the reach of CHM, broaden its engagement with all the communities of Chicago, further the impact of its exhibitions and programs, expand its digital footprint, and deepen its already-strong base of support. Partnering with the Board of Trustees and the staff, the President will provide strategic direction, tactical leadership, and administrative guidance. The successful individual will possess an innovative and inventive mindset; the experience and knowledge to oversee a complex, resource-intensive organization; demonstrated commitment to strengthening diversity, equity, inclusion, and access; and the ability to build enthusiasm and support among all stakeholders.
Contact: |
Isaacson, Miller, the national executive search firm, has been retained to support the search committee in this effort. Confidential inquiries, referrals, and applications may be directed electronically and in confidence to Anita Tien, Partner and Joanna Cook, Senior Associate at: https://www.imsearch.com/search-detail/S7-478 Chicago History Museum is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and actively works to enhance its diversity. |
Website: | https://www.imsearch.com/search-detail/S7-478 |
Primary Category: | Local History |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 05/04/2020 |
Closing Date | 07/30/2020 |