Established as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 1937, the Historical Society today is the home of nearly 2 million photographic images, maps, architectural drawings, newspapers, journals, three-dimensional objects, antiquities, periodicals and research files that preserve the history of Palm Beach County dating back 12,000 years. On March 15, 2008, this archival collection was moved to the Society’s new location, the Historic 1916 Courthouse in downtown West Palm Beach. This neoclassical-designed, four-story historic building was restored in 2006-7 by Palm Beach County. The restoration project included construction of two permanent museum galleries by the Society with 50-inch touch-screen interactive displays and a temporary exhibit space along with a museum gift and book shop.

We seek a proven leader whose passion for history, art and culture defines his or her primary career motivation. This person must demonstrate a level of leadership experience that includes significant involvement in planning, managing and directing a similar organization. The qualified candidate will be able to demonstrate success in cultivating and building relationships with a variety of constituents including donors, business and civic leaders, foundation and government grant makers, the society sector and public officer holders. Experience in creating and successfully leading significant outreach initiatives resulting in broader audience interest, support and participation is desirable. The ability to raise private contributions for operating, capital and endowment purposes will be necessary.

A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required; a graduate degree is desired. Applications are being accepted on behalf of the Society by Kittleman & Associates via electronic submission of a current resume and letter of application and introduction at hspbc@kittelman.net.