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Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) seeks a Curator to serve as a full-time member of the Prints, Drawings and Photographs (PDP) Department. The candidate must have expertise in European Old Master prints and drawings (1300 -1800) and a general knowledge of Western art up to the present. The DIA’s collection of prints and drawings comprises more than 20,000 objects, with strength in European and American works. It includes historically significant drawings, such as Michelangelo’s Studies for the Sistine Chapel, in addition to other important works by Barocci, Guercino, Tiepolo, Bloemaert, van Goyen, among many others. The DIA’s print collection has in-depth holdings by Dürer, Manet, Redon, and Rembrandt, as well as rare works by Degas, including his monotype Russet Landscape.

Under the supervision of the Head of PDP, the Curator will oversee all aspects of the collection of works on paper, including prints, drawings, posters, and artists’ books. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, organizing and overseeing special permanent collection exhibitions; recommending new works for acquisition; and co-leading and assisting with the DIA’s Friends of Prints, Drawings and Photographs (FPDP), the department’s main auxiliary group.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Compile information pertinent to the identification, documentation, or authentication of works of art and maintain appropriate object records in accordance with DIA data and archival standards
• Maintain current knowledge of the art market in order to recommend objects for the permanent collection and develop acquisition proposals
• Conduct original research on the museum’s art collection and publish in scholarly journals, catalogues, and books
• Collaborate with the Collections Management staff in installing prints and drawings
• Work in close collaboration with the Conservation Department to regularly assess the conservation needs of the collection
• Develop familiarity with the DIA’s Collections Management Policy and assist the Registrar’s Department in producing supporting documentation for accessioning and deaccessioning works of art
• Serve as a designated museum courier when necessary
• Work collaboratively with educators in the Learning and Interpretation Division to develop and produce interpretive strategies and accompanying materials for permanent gallery projects and special exhibitions, as well as conduct training for gallery teachers and docents
• Participate in the day-to-day administration of the department, which includes responding to scholarly and public inquiries about the collection
• Act as staff liaison to the FPDP and assist with organizing its activities and programs
• Develop enrichments, including presentations and tours for members and museum visitors, to facilitate community outreach
• Foster and maintain good working relationships with existing and potential patrons, trustees, and museum colleagues across the country and abroad, as well as with the academic community, art dealers, and collectors
• Work effectively with various museum departments to ensure that content related to prints and drawings is accurately conveyed and represented in all museum print publications and other media
• Represent the museum in professional societies, and at symposia and other scholarly meetings and events.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Art History preferred, with specialization in Old Master prints and drawings
• At least seven years of experience working in a university or museum setting
• Familiarity with the activities and operations of a large art museum
• Strong record of research and scholarship, with proven experience in organizing exhibitions and producing publications of high quality
• Exceptional writing skills and public-speaking ability across diverse audiences
• Proven ability to work effectively and positively with other professional staff in a highly collaborative environment
• Proficiency in at least one foreign language

Description

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include three major museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

General Purpose:  This fellowship is designed for an emerging professional in the arts who is considering a career in museum education. Reporting to the Curator of Education & Academic Affairs, the Fellow will be fully integrated into the department to gain experience in museum education, including research, teaching, preparation, & implementation of programs. The Fellow will participate & contribute to all aspects of the department’s education & course-related activities, from planning to execution; organize & lead visitor tours; conduct research on objects in the Gallery’s collection to support the Education staff projects; represent the Gallery at Yale student orientations and events. Regular evening and weekend work will be required.

Participate in the Education Department’s activities, including Yale student extra-curricular activities, adult tours & talks, K-12 teaching, family programs. Contribute to the research, planning, and teaching of events; coordinate with faculty, teachers, curators, and others involved. Develop and teach drop-in and requested adult tours. Lead discussions & tours with the public, visiting scholars and students. Provide research for a wide-range of academic projects and public programs; utilize The Museum System (TMS) to support projects for other staff members. Utilize EMS database as it relates to K-12 and adult scheduled tours.  Assist in telephone follow-up with requesters to discuss expectations and plan visits. Attend museum-wide logistics meetings to support the coordinating of scheduled tours and education events. Produce and facilitate a series of Teaching Labs sessions with guests of education staff, including sessions with potential to serve greater museum community. Support the assessment and evaluation of education programs. Explore drop-in visitor programs by co-authoring an exhibition-related project with the Cullman-Payson Fellow that uses one of the museum’s spaces. Attend and assist with Gallery Teacher and Gallery Guide training and serve as a liaison for Gallery Teacher and Gallery Guide joint-projects. Represent the Art Gallery at Yale student orientations and meetings to promote faculty and student interaction and increase involvement with the museum. Organize regular meetings of the Art Gallery’s Fellows to create a sense of community. Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:  M.A. in Art History or related field.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to teach in an art museum or museum and classroom.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate with museum staff and public in a knowledgeable and professional manner. Ability to connect with diverse audiences including those with special needs.
• Self-directed; ability to take initiative and anticipate actions needed.
• Demonstrated customer service attitude with the ability to be a team player in an active museum environment. Positive attitude that supports department’s goals.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet demanding deadlines; ability to work well under pressure. Demonstrated accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Preferred:  M.A. in Art, Art History, Education, Public Humanities, Community Outreach, or similar. 1-2 years of teaching experience. Strong interest in museums, object-based research and teaching. Knowledge of standard PC software programs, word processing, database and desktop publishing.

Application: For more information and immediate consideration, please apply online at www.yale.edu/jobs – the STARS req ID for this position is 36067BR. Please be sure to reference this website when applying for this position.

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country’s great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Description

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Senior Advancement Officer

Washington, D.C.

The National Museum of Natural History is part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s preeminent museum and research complex. The Museum is dedicated to inspiring curiosity, discovery, and learning about the natural world through its unparalleled research, collections, exhibitions, and education outreach programs. Opened in 1910, the green-domed museum on the National Mall was among the first Smithsonian buildings constructed exclusively to house the national collections and research facilities.

Whether looking at the history and cultures of Africa, describing our earliest Mammalian ancestor or primate diversity around the world, examining ancient life forms including the ever popular dinosaurs, or exploring the beauty of rare gemstones such as uniquely colored diamonds, the Museum’s temporary and permanent exhibitions serve to educate, enlighten and entertain millions of visitors each year. With a growing network of interactive websites, the Museum is transforming itself into a hub for national and international electronic education and scholarship, accessible to anyone with access to the internet.

The Museum includes a state-of-the-art collections storage facility in Suitland, Maryland; a marine science research facility in Ft. Pierce, Florida; and field stations as far away as Belize, Alaska, and Kenya. Research activities are organized into seven departments, and a number of affiliated U.S. government agencies on-site contribute to the Museum’s strength, including the Department of the Interior (U.S. Geological Survey Biological Resources Division), the Department of Agriculture (Systematic Entomology Laboratory), the Department of Commerce (National Marine Fisheries Service Systematics Laboratory), and the Department of Defense (Walter Reed Biosystematics Unit).

Through its research, collections, education and exhibition programs, the National Museum of Natural History serves as one of the world’s great repositories of scientific and cultural heritage as well as a source of tremendous pride for all Americans.

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest and most respected provider of museum experiences, supported by authoritative scholarship that connects Americans to their cultural heritage, and also acts as an international leader in scientific research and exploration. The Smithsonian’s curators support some of the world’s largest collections of art, natural specimens, and items of preeminent historical and cultural significance. Its scientists are among the leaders in their fields internationally, many focused on pressing issues such as biodiversity and endangered species. Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian now has 19 museums and galleries; 20 libraries; the National Zoological Park; and nine research centers located in seven states, the Republic of Panama, and Belize. The Smithsonian’s first Institution-wide campaign was publicly launched during October 2014 with a $1.5 billion goal, the largest ever for a cultural institution. The National Museum of Natural History is raising $230 million toward the Smithsonian Campaign.

The National Museum of Natural History raises more than $20 million in overall philanthropic support on an annual basis, buoyed by a dynamic and expansive base of volunteers and very significant support from a small group of lead donors. The Senior Advancement Officer will complement three other gift officers and a total development team of 17, and will focus on strengthening the Museum’s pipeline for individual and institutional (foundations, corporations, and other organizations) major gifts, particularly in the range of $100,000 to $1 million. S/he will develop and execute strategies for engagement, present opportunities for giving, and conduct gift solicitations, leveraging the participation of senior Museum leaders as appropriate. The Senior Advancement Officer will report to the Museum’s associate director and chief development officer and will have a personal target of securing $3 million to $5 million in gift commitments annually.

Required qualifications and experience: bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree and strong academic credentials that will be credible to donors are preferred; minimum of three years of successful experience in major gift fundraising, including principle or leadership giving, preferably within a major cultural institution, non-profit organization, educational institution, or other environment of similar complexity; experience with both individual and institutional major gifts, and participation in a major capital campaign is strongly preferred; background in the sciences through one’s educational or professional experience is a plus; demonstrated ability to think strategically about moving individuals and institutions across the spectrum of prospect development, culminating in significant solicitations appropriate to donors and their interests, as well as to organizational priorities; working knowledge of wealth management, financial planning, tax and charitable gift laws, and planned giving vehicles and methods; ability to extract and analyze data to make effective, efficient decisions about donor strategy and process; working knowledge of modern data management practices and techniques, including database information systems, data modeling, and analysis; experience identifying, nurturing, and motivating volunteers, and an appreciation for their role in building an effective fundraising network.

The National Museum of Natural History has retained Diversified Search to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations and applications (current resumes and cover letters) should be directed electronically to:

Gerard F. Cattie, Jr.

Managing Director

Practice Leader – Development & Philanthropy

Diversified Search

275 Madison Avenue, 39^th Floor, New York, NY 10016

gerard.cattie@divsearch.com

212.542.2587

PI93011433

Description

The ICA seeks a Senior Registrar to provide high-level administration of the ICA’s registration practices within the Curatorial Department. He/she manages the operations of the registration department – assesses resource needs, anticipates and recommends adjustments as required; prepares and administers the budget for the registration department; assists in the development of special project budgets; ensures compliance with prevailing museum standards relating to collections and exhibitions management; develops and implements museum-wide systems and procedures for effective exhibitions management in consultation with senior staff. With a broad knowledge of contemporary art and the inherent complexities of such works, the Senior Registrar anticipates issues before they arise, communicates directly with colleagues and takes appropriate action to ensure the security of each exhibition at all times while making every effort to help the ICA attain its ambitious programmatic goals.  Essential responsibilities include negotiating loans of art to and from the museum, preparing exhibition tours both nationally and internationally and advancing the utility of TMS database. The Senior Registrar directs the Assistant Registrar and makes crew assignments while overseeing the installation of artworks. Schedule includes significant domestic and international travel, and some nights and weekend hours in conjunction with installations and touring exhibitions. Ability to operate office equipment and general mobility throughout the building required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in art, art history or related area required. 10 years of progressive museum registration experience required. Experience with organizing touring exhibitions and budget management required. Facility with Microsoft Office suite and collections databases required. 3-5 years’ experience managing employees, contractors and teams, and must possess flexibility in management approach to understand and quickly adjust to overseeing both registration staff and installation crew as well as with interactions with other departments. The successful candidate must be professional and organized; highly motivated, having the ability to handle multiple projects in various stages of development with demonstrated ability to proactively prioritize and manage time, juggle multiple duties and tasks, and meet deadlines. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and relationship management skills, and work well as part of a team.

Description

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, a nonprofit women’s membership organization, has an immediate full-time opening for a highly motivated individual with excellent administrative skills to join our team in the Museum and Development Office.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who desire to work in a museum and fundraising/development environment of a non-profit organization.

Responsibilities:   Provides general administrative/clerical office support including  answering the phone, fielding calls, emails or visits from members and the public; updating and maintaining office record keeping systems and files; coordinating logistics for various events or activities such as exhibition openings, workshops or program registration and receptions; tracking and processing donations and other donor related programs, and assisting the director and other team members with special or ongoing projects.

To learn more about the National Society and its programs and activities visit us at www.dar.org

Requirements

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have experience performing administrative, clerical or office administration duties, including work experience using MS Office Suite and databases. Experience providing customer/guest or visitor service is required.  Applicants with experience working in a non-profit, museum or development/fundraising experience are highly desired and will be given priority consideration.

The successful candidate must be able to:

• Effectively interact and communicate with individuals in person, on the phone, and electronically in a friendly and professional manner.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to compose grammatically correct correspondence, letters, emails, etc.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Problem-solve and demonstrate solid organization skills.
• Handle multiple projects, tasks, or deadlines and at the same time be able to work under pressure or under changing work priorities.
• Accurately proof work and possess excellent follow-up, project/task management skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Attn:  Human Resources Director

1776 D St. NW, Washington, DC  20006-5303

E-mail: resumes@dar.org

Fax: 202-737-5702