CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Executive Director

At Hagley, we invite people of all ages to investigate and experience the unfolding history of American business and innovation, and its impact on the world. It is an outdoor, cultural heritage site that explores the history of innovations in science, technology and engineering through the du Pont story. Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E. I. du Pont in 1802. The site includes restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the du Pont family.

In March 2013, the Board and staff of Hagley completed a 12-month strategic planning process. The new plan shifts Hagley’s focus to the history, process, and outcomes of innovation. Hagley seeks an accomplished leader who has a compelling vision for engaging diverse audiences, in lifelong learning related to science, technology and engineering. S/He has experience leading and directing complex organizations or operating units of complex organizations, with varied internal and external constituencies. S/He will have a background that includes high-level decision-making and implementing best organizational practices.

This individual will have at least five (5) years of executive leadership in a multi-million dollar organization, in the education, not-for-profit, corporate or government sectors. The ideal candidate has business acumen and experience allocating resources in support of a strategic plan, setting quantified objectives, meeting those quantified expectations, and running a fiscally sustainable organization. This individual has experience building durable relationships with donors, stakeholders and constituencies. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required, a graduate degree is preferred.

Nominations and applications for this position will be accepted by contacting:

Raylene Decatur, Principal, Kittleman & Associates, LLC
299 Milwaukee Street, Suite 327, Denver, CO 80206
resumes@kittleman.net

(PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR APPLICATIONS/NOMINATIONS ONLY. )

Additional information regarding this position is available at www.kittleman.net.

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Unless otherwise specified, please reply to:

Robert Hill
Hagley Museum and Library
P. O. Box 3630
Wilmington, DE 19807

E-mail: rhill@hagley.org.

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Hagley appreciates the interest and efforts of all individuals who submit resumes and other documents for consideration of employment with us. Regrettably, however, we are no longer able to acknowledge and/or respond to all resumes received unless an interview for a specific vacancy is actually scheduled. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Hagley Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.