Executive Director

The Portsmouth Submarine & Maritime Association (PSMA) Executive Director directs the operation and management of Albacore Park. Responsibilities include ensuring cultural and historical integrity, financial stability, preservation and display of the USS Albacore and the overall success of the maritime museum. This position requires knowledge of fundraising, budgeting, staff management and museum operations. The Executive Director is also responsible for creating and implementing strategic plans and performance metrics that achieve the museum's mission and goals expressed by the Board of Directors.

The Executive Director (Director) is the Chief Executive Officer of PSMA and provides overall management, planning, vision and leadership for all aspects of Albacore Park.  Responsibilities include programs and services development, finance, resource development, personnel resources, member services, communications, and development subject to the policies, procedures, budgets, and goals as expressed by the Board of Directors. Management of Albacore Park, PSMA, and the preservation and display of the USS Albacore are the principal focus of the Director’s responsibilities.

The Director reports to the President of the Board in all ordinary matters and shall also keep the Board of Directors informed of matters of interest and importance needed for them to execute their responsibilities. PSMA President exercises the supervisor duties of the Board to the Executive Director.