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Posting Information

Posting Number2026245

Posting/Functional TitleExecutive Director, Wittliff Collections

University Pay Plan TitleDir, Wittliff Collections

LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentWittliff Collections

Recruitment TypeOpen Recruiting

Job TypeFull-Time

Funding SourcePermanent

Monthly SalaryCommensurate with experience

Job CategoryExempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

+ Master’s degree in a relevant field.

+ Knowledge of historical and contemporary Southwestern and Texas literature.

+ Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a museum, archive, research library, or cultural institution.

+ Demonstrated success in major gift solicitation ($5M+) and leading multi-million dollar capital campaigns.

+ Strong knowledge of advancement best practices.

+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

+ Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders, including board members, donors, staff, and community leaders.

+ Extensive experience in developing and executing long-term strategic plans and institutional roadmaps.

+ Proven ability to manage complex departmental budgets and develop diverse revenue growth strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of the literature, photography, or music of the Southwest and Mexico (the core mission of The Wittliff).

+ A documented history of securing funding from major state and federal agencies (e.g., NEA , NEH , IMLS ).

+ Experience managing in-house publications or book series, including the editorial and production process.

+ Experience working within a higher education advancement framework, navigating the specific compliance and reporting structures of a university system.

+ Familiarity with leveraging digital collections or social media to build a national brand for a physical archive.

Job Description

Responsible for providing creative leadership, direction, and development of the Wittliff Collections, with a primary focus on institutional advancement. This includes staff hiring, leading capital campaigns and major gift fundraising, in-house publications, public programming, and book series for both collections.

Job Duties

+ Cultivate and meet donors and work with University Advancement on capital campaign.

+ Provide budget management and revenue growth strategy.

+ Conduct acquisitions research and secure funding for high-value additions.

+ Oversee marketing and internal publications to build a compelling case for philanthropic support.

+ Prepare active schedule of exhibitions and public events designed to cultivate donor relationships.

+ Develop, lead, and evaluate short-range strategic planning and long-term capital campaign goals for the Wittliff Collections.

+ Activate the work of the Collections Advisory Board to expand the donor network and solicitation efforts.

+ Prepare statistical and narrative data for state and federal agencies, granting foundations, and major donors.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date01/12/2026

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)01/19/2026

Open Until FilledNo

Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

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Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits:Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.

Generous Time Off:Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Wellness and Balance:Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.

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Tuition Benefits:Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.

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