Introduction:
The Jackie Robinson Foundation is a public, not-for-profit, national organization founded in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie Robinson and his achievements. The Foundation strives to assure that the legacy of Jackie Robinson's activism and commitment to social justice will be carried forth in the personal, community and institutional lives of these people as they assume leadership roles throughout society.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation is poised to establish the 15,000 square foot Jackie Robinson Museum in Lower Manhattan. More than a tribute to Jackie Robinson's pioneering legacy and role as a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement, the museum will serve as a venue for vibrant dialogue on critical social issues and as a destination for innovative educational programming.
The Jackie Robinson Museum will serve as:
• a permanent tribute to Jackie Robinson's pioneering legacy and role as a catalyst for the civil rights Movement;
• a destination for innovative educational programming designed to instill Jackie Robinson's guiding values in students from across the country;
• a cultural landmark that will immortalize Jackie as an American hero and revitalize lower Manhattan;
• a venue for vibrant dialogue on critical social issues.
Description:
The Jackie Robinson Museum is seeking a Head Curator responsible for the management of both the exhibition and collection of the museum. The position will oversee the planning, development, implementation and presentation of the Museum's exhibition program and story. This includes the management and development of the Museum's collection, special research projects and temporary exhibitions. The Head Curator will also be responsible for the overall management and care of the Museum's collection.
Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include:
• Formulating the exhibition content;
• Writing of exhibition script and text;
• Overseeing research and content development;
• Identifying potential acquisitions for the collections team in conjunction with the Archivist;
• Negotiating loan items and funding;
• Selecting objects from the archive for special exhibition and display.
Additional responsibilities:
• Planning financial budgets;
• Supervising staff and/or volunteers;
• Giving presentations to individuals and groups about the exhibit material;
• Overseeing day-to-day operations of the organization, which include strategic planning, the collections program, financial management and the hiring and management of staff
• Demonstrating an understanding of site/program requirements, operating procedures and preservation of collections, artifacts and objects throughout the Museum.
• Overseeing the development of educational programs that meet the mission and goals of the Museum while serving the needs of the community.
• Serving as liaison between the Jackie Robinson Museum, the Jackie Robinson Foundation and staff, and the community voluntary groups, the community (including schools, local history and other groups), industry, and grant agencies to secure sponsorship for events, publications and development projects
• Maintaining and expanding sources of sustainable funding including governmental, corporate sponsorships, grants, planned giving, individual contributions and general fundraising.
Educational Requirements:
The successful candidate must hold a bachelors/masters degree preferred from an accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years museum management experience.
Skills:
Candidates should have a strong background in exhibition development, collections management, communications, community relations, strategic planning, and fundraising.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, and a current resume to Ian Duckworth at iduckworth@lordculturalrecruitment.com with the subject line [Your Name] Head Curator JRM. |
