Executive Director

The client is seeking an experienced, innovative executive leader to serve as its next executive director. The executive director will advance the institution’s mission to engage, educate, and enlighten audiences about California’s rich history and its influence on ideas, innovation, art, and culture, while expanding the museum’s resources and public platform to enrich lives in the Sacramento area and beyond. This role will require a forward-thinking approach to bring the organization to the next level of operations and inspire staff, board members, and stakeholders to creatively envision future possibilities. The client draws nearly 50,000 annual visitors to its exhibition space and delivers permanent and temporary exhibitions, educational and public programming, and high-profile events. Reporting into this evolving environment, the executive director will oversee day-to-day operations and provide strategic leadership to guide the organization’s next stage, including continued partnership with a broad range of stakeholders. Key priorities include strategically leading the organization into a new era, enhancing institutional resources, deepening foundational strategic partnerships, partnering with and supporting staff development, and championing authentic engagement and inclusion for diverse communities. The client is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and equity and is an equal opportunity employer. The executive director will be expected to demonstrate leadership that supports these commitments and fosters an inclusive culture. The search is being supported by a national executive search firm; complete applications are expected to be submitted electronically, and screening of applications is expected to begin immediately and continue through completion of the search process.