Director, South Texas Institute for the Arts at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, TX

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Job Title Director, South Texas Institute for the Arts Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department President Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. PURPOSE The Director serves as the chief executive and chief fundraising officer of the Art Museum of South Texas. Reporting to the President and CEO of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and working in partnership with the Board of Trustees, the Director provides strategic leadership for one of the Gulf Coast's premier cultural institutions. The Director is responsible for the overall leadership, financial sustainability, strategic growth, community engagement, and stewardship of the Museum's collections, facilities, programs, and resources. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial leader who can inspire philanthropy, cultivate partnerships, expand audiences, and strengthen the Museum's reputation as a leading cultural destination and educational resource for South Texas. The Director must possess strong business acumen, fundraising experience, and the ability to effectively engage donors, community leaders, elected officials, educators, foundations, corporations, members, and other stakeholders. A passion for the visual arts and a commitment to excellence in museum operations are essential. DESCRIPTION Functional Area 1: Strategic Leadership Percent Effort: 25% Provide visionary leadership and direction for the Museum's future growth and sustainability. Develop and implement strategic initiatives that increase attendance, membership, philanthropic support, community impact, and organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with staff, the Board of Trustees, and University leadership to establish priorities and achieve organizational goals. Identify innovative opportunities for partnerships, programming, revenue generation, and institutional advancement. Functional Area 2: Fundraising and External Relations Percent Effort: 25% Serve as the Museum's chief ambassador and principal fundraiser. Develop and execute fundraising strategies that support annual operations, special projects, collections, educational programs, endowments, and capital needs. Cultivate relationships with donors, foundations, corporations, government agencies, and community stakeholders. Work closely with the Development Officer, Board of Trustees, and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi advancement personnel to secure philanthropic support. Functional Area 3: Financial and Operational Management Percent Effort: 20% Oversee all Museum operations, administrative functions, facilities, and financial activities. Manage annual operating and capital budgets. Ensure responsible stewardship of financial, physical, and workforce. Maintain compliance with university policies, applicable laws and regulations, accreditation requirements, and professional museum standards. Evaluate and improve organizational performance and operational effectiveness. Functional Area 4: Exhibitions, Collections, and Program