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- Current Opening: Executive Director
- Location: Carmel Indiana
- Type: Full-time
- Reports To: Board of Directors
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience – see Job Description below:
Job Description
Job Title: Executive Director
Organization: Carmel Clay Historical Society (CCHS)
The Carmel Clay Historical Society enriches the lives of residents and visitors
through education and engagement in our community’s vibrant history.
CCHS is committed to:
- sharing the authentic history of our community;
- engaging our diverse community in the relevancy and impact of local history;
- serving as an educational resource for our community;
- and curating, preserving, and stewarding the community’s historical collections
Location:
Carmel Clay History Museum, Carmel, Indiana
Job Type:
Full-time
Reports To:
Board of Directors
Position Summary:
The Carmel Clay Historical Society seeks a visionary and dynamic Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and community engagement. The Executive Director will be responsible for executing the strategic vision of the Board, managing daily operations, expanding fundraising efforts, overseeing programs and exhibits, and serving as the public face of the organization. This role requires a balance of nonprofit leadership, historical knowledge, and community outreach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership to fulfill the mission and vision of CCHS.
- Manage daily operations of the museum, including budgeting, reporting, and organizational planning.
- Oversee museum staff, volunteers, and interns to ensure dynamic and engaging program delivery.
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies, including donor cultivation, grant writing, and sponsorships.
- Coordinate efforts to curate and preserve the Society’s historical collections and exhibitions.
- Strengthen community partnerships and engage with schools, civic groups, and local organizations.
- Serve as a spokesperson, representing CCHS at events, with media, and within the community.
- Support the Board of Directors with meeting preparation, policy implementation, and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in History, Museum Studies, or Nonprofit Management is preferred, but not required.
- 5+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or management.
- Proven ability to manage staff, develop budgets, and execute strategic plans.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
- Passion for local history and commitment to community heritage preservation.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range: $60,000 – $70,000. Commensurate with experience. Benefits include 21 days of paid time off (including holidays), flexible work schedule, and professional development opportunities.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to HR@carmelclayhistory.org by September 17th, 2025.
Operations Manager – Carmel Clay Historical Society
Job Title: Operations Manager
Organization: Carmel Clay Historical Society (CCHS)
The Carmel Clay Historical Society enriches the lives of residents and visitors through education and engagement in our community’s vibrant history.
CCHS is committed to:
- sharing the authentic history of our community;
- engaging our diverse community in the relevancy and impact of local history;
- serving as an educational resource for our community;
- curating, preserving, and stewarding the community’s historical collections
Location:
Carmel Clay History Museum, Carmel, Indiana
Job Type:
Full-time
Reports To:
Executive Director
Position Summary:
The Carmel Clay Historical Society seeks an organized, detail-oriented, and community-focused Operations Manager to oversee the Society’s administrative functions, membership program, and visitor services. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations, managing membership recruitment and retention, coordinating events, and supporting fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will combine strong administrative skills with a passion for history and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily office operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and recordkeeping.
- Administer the CCHS membership program, including recruitment, renewals, and member communications.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for members, visitors, and volunteers.
- Assist in planning and executing events, programs, and exhibitions.
- Maintain accurate databases for membership, donors, and volunteers.
- Support fundraising activities, including sponsorships, annual appeals, and special campaigns.
- Coordinate volunteer scheduling, training, and engagement.
- Provide administrative support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; fields such as nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or history are desirable.
- 2+ years of administrative, membership, or event coordination experience, preferably in a nonprofit or cultural organization.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PastPerfect, and Canva preferred.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and programs.
- Enthusiasm for local history and community engagement.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range: $35,000 – $45,000. Commensurate with experience. Benefits include 21 days of paid time off (including holidays), flexible work schedule, and professional development opportunities.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to HR@carmelclayhistory.org by September 17th, 2025.