Executive Director

Museum of Art Fort Collins (MoA)
 Fort Collins, Colorado

The Museum of Art Fort Collins seeks a proven leader who can grow the organization,

strengthen partnerships, and guide its next phase of development as Executive Director. This is a defining leadership opportunity—not a maintenance role. The next Executive Director will guide a growing institution at a pivotal moment, shaping its future through fundraising, community engagement, and strategic vision.

Fort Collins is a vibrant and growing city with a strong arts ecosystem and deep civic engagement. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape how a community understands and values the arts while leading a meaningful period of institutional transformation. The next Executive Director will build partnerships across a dynamic landscape that includes Colorado State University, a thriving business community, and an evolving network of cultural organizations—positioning the museum as a central and visible force in the city’s and Northern Colorado’s creative life.

The Role

The Executive Director serves as the museum’s chief strategist, fundraiser, and public ambassador, leading efforts to:

●      Grow audience, membership, and donor base

●      Launch a major capital campaign and define a facility strategy

●      Strengthen community partnerships and relevance

●      Align board, staff, and organizational direction

●      Position MoA’s role as a central cultural hub in Fort Collins

Key Responsibilities

●      Strategic Leadership: Execute a 3–5 year vision focused on growth and sustainability

●      Fundraising & Development: Lead major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and capital campaign efforts

●      Community Engagement: Build partnerships across arts, business, and civic sectors

●      Organizational Leadership: Support and develop staff; strengthen board alignment

●      Programming Oversight: Ensure exhibitions and programs reflect the highest artistic quality and community relevance

●      Operations & Finance: Oversee budget, revenue strategy, and facility planning

Qualifications

●      5+ years of leadership experience in a nonprofit or comparable organization

●      Demonstrated success in fundraising and donor engagement

●      Experience with financial management, operations, and organizational leadership

●      Experience leading and developing staff and organizational culture

●      Strong communication and public-facing skills

●      Experience building community partnerships and external relationships

●      Experience with capital campaigns, facility planning, or major growth initiatives preferred

●      Background in arts, culture, or creative organizations preferred

Compensation & Benefits

●      Salary: $65,000–$80,000

●      Generous PTO, holidays, and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
moafc201@gmail.com by April 30, 2026. A link to the longer job description is here: https://moafc.org/job-openings/ 

The Museum of Art Fort Collins is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.