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Paul Mellon Director, Yale Center for British Art

Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540


Job Responsibilities:Directs one or more functional areas within an administrative department of the University and ensures compliance with University policies and procedures.Directs analytic and research support for educational policies and planning and develops and approves administrative policies affecting assigned functional areas of the University.Directs and establishes parameters for major projects for the department and University.Interprets federal policies and regulations and educates staff and administration about regulations, restrictions, and the legal responsibilities of the University.Directs and implements policy and program modifications and develops standards to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.Develops and administers an operating budget for the assigned department consistent with University policies and procedures.Develops cost savings objectives and goals; authorizes major purchases and negotiates contracts that range from routine to complex in nature.Establishes and implements long- and short-range goals for the functional area consistent with University goals and objectives.Directs the development of related automated systems to support the function; determines office policies and procedures for use of automated systems.Directs the evaluation and selection of vendors and negotiates contract details including work steps and pricing with the vendors on behalf of the assigned functional area.Works with internal and external contacts to solve problems that range from routine to complex in nature.Represents the University in discussions and negotiations with various governmental agencies.Directs a staff of exempt and nonexempt employees.May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Required Skills/Abilities:The knowledge & expertise of British art & related fields; passion & respect to credibly & creatively lead the Yale Center for British Art. A deep commitment to the mission & values of the YCBA, and the ability to identify, champion, & communicate a passion for the visual arts, an appreciation of historical & contemporary, and the institution.A track record as an effective champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion in and throughout an organization. Proven ability to work with faculty, staff, and students and sophistication in promoting teaching, research, and scholarship. Demonstrated ability to develop innovative ideas and effectively implement them.Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to actively listen to, connect with, and inspire staff, faculty, students, community partners, and leaders in British Art. Familiarity with a unionized workforce is welcomed.Demonstrated experience with financial management & administration; understanding of financial operations; ability to facilitate both short- & long-term strategic decisions with financial ramifications. Demonstrated success in leading & motivating a team, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, communication, and collective and individual accountability.A desire and ability to embrace the New Haven and global community, build partnerships, identify opportunities, and expand the Museum's reach within the region and globe. An advanced degree in an art-related field is required; a PhD is expected.

Work Week:

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:

Director 5

University Job Title:

Paul Mellon Director, Yale Center for British Art

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in related field. Ten years of demonstrated experience or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

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