Responsibilities:
Manage, execute and coordinate the activities of the division including curatorial, conservation, registration, collections management, and special projects. Oversee the administration of approximately 14 staff within Division's departmental areas. Work cooperatively with other division and department managers to ensure that cross-divisional projects are coordinated and managed effectively as well as to ensure open communication regarding museum activities.
Educational Requirements:
Advanced degree in related discipline (Library Science, Archival and/or Media, History, American Studies, Material Culture) preferred. Appropriate experience may substitute for degree.
Skills:
Experience as a project team leader, including coordination of the work of both contractors and employees. Ability to communicate effectively with the public and co-workers from all aspects of the institution, including both formal and informal presentations. Ability to evaluate policies and procedures and implement changes to streamline operations and obtain effective action. Experience with digitization of collections necessary including experience with creation of virtual exhibitions and website development. Knowledge of digitization practices, current collections management software, digital cameras, scanners and associated software necessary as well. Knowledge of museum ethics, policies, and practices particularly relating to the Museum Collections including conservation, collection, documentation, environment, access, etc.
Application Instructions:
Please submit letter of interest and resume to: |
