Job Description

The  City of Wichita, KS, and Cowtown Museum seeks qualified candidates for the position of Curator. This position at Old Cowtown Museum is responsible for performing and overseeing professional activities related to curating, preserving, recording, caring for and managing the Museum’s collections. Work is directed and reviewed through establishment of goals and evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.

Job Requirements

Requirements of work include but are not limited to:

Knowledge of standards set by the American Association of Museums

  • Knowledge of accepted museum registration techniques
  • Knowledge of storage and conservation practices for museum collections
  • Knowledge of records management and data processing systems
  • Knowledge of legal matters related to museum collections
  • Knowledge of Historic Preservation and balancing modern concerns with historic structures
  • Knowledge of exhibit design techniques
  • Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information
  • Ability to effectively plan, organize and provide instructions for the work of others
  • Ability to research, analyze and summarize and report findings
  • Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather
  • Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions
  • Ability to safely cover uneven terrain and go up and down stairs
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public
  • May require the ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver’s License

Required Experience and Training also include a Bachelor’s degree in History, Museum Studies or a related field (Master’s degree preferred), plus at least three years of experience working with museum collections. An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check. EOE. Veteran’s preference.

To apply, please visit www.wichita.gov. Posting may close at anytime without prior notification.