The Museums of Oglebay Institute – Mansion Museum & Glass Museum seek a Curator responsible for the care and interpretation of the collections.  Duties include maintaining all collections records; storage and care of the collections; assisting the public with research and conducting independent research pertaining to the collections; implementation of an ongoing temporary exhibition program; developing and delivering programs related to the collections and exhibits; working with staff to develop and maintain a Volunteer Corp and Internship program; coordinating and supervising holiday decoration and decorators; working museum special events; assisting with Customer Service desk coverage when needed; maintaining communication with Oglebay Park regarding maintenance issues; maintaining effective working relationships with local/regional groups having a similar or complementary mission; and keeping abreast of current trends in the museum field.

Job Requirements

Minimum B.A. in Museum Studies, or a B.A. in History with a certificate or emphasis in Museum Studies.  A decorative arts background is preferred. Museum experience (volunteer / internship) desirable.  Working knowledge of PastPerfect and Climate Notebook software is also desirable. Qualified applicants will have familiarity with the goals and functions of museums, willingness to improve skills by study and attendance at seminars and professional conferences, ability to communicate orally and in writing, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and general computer skills.  Please send a resume and cover letter to The Museums of Oglebay Institute, 1330 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003 or email to cbyrum@oionline.com.  Application deadline February 13, 2015.

EMPLOYER INFORMATION: The Museums of Oglebay Institute – Mansion Museum & Glass Museum, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 1972, are part of a multi-disciplinary

(performing arts, visual arts, dance and environmental education in addition to the Museums) arts organization recognized as one of the oldest arts councils in the United States.  Located in Oglebay Resort, the Museums’ collections are housed in a Greek Revival mansion with a three-level gallery addition built in 1966, and a separate gallery with a working hot glass studio houses the glass collection.  The collections are comprised of objects, archival items and photographs within six categories: Oglebay Family, Archives, Decorative Arts (primarily period room furnishings), Wheeling Glass, Wheeling China and Local History.  The Museum uses the collections as the basis of a wide variety of public programming including exhibits, tours, special events, classes, lectures, camps, school programs and more.  The Museums staff consists of a full time Director, Assistant Director, and Curator, a part time Curator of Glass, Housekeeper and two part time Glassblowers, a corps of Customer Service Representatives and a Maintenance employee shared by the programming departments of Oglebay Institute.

An excellent benefits package for full time employees (including Medical, Disability, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave and Retirement Plan), as well as the following perquisites for employees, their spouses and dependent children: free admission to any facility and/or program sponsored by Oglebay Institute at any of its facilities except for fundraising events; discounted admission to wine tastings, beer tastings; discounted fees for summer day camps, Guest Artist camps and residential camps (Junior Nature Camp and Mountain Nature Camp); and an Oglebay Park card which entitles employees, their spouses and  dependent children to free or discounted use of most of Oglebay Park’s facilities, including Good Zoo admission and programs, miniature golf, paddle boats, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, green fees and golf carts on four courses, ice skating, Wheeling Park day camp, Wilson Lodge fitness center, seven retail shops, food outlets and restaurants, and lessons and camps at the riding stables.

Oglebay Institute is an EOE.  www.oionline.com