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Applications due July 30, 2014

The Plains Indian Museum of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming, is seeking candidates for a Curatorial Assistant position for the Plains Indian Museum. This individual will work with the collections, educational programs and ideas connected to the Plains Indian Museum.This individual will participate in the planning, fabrication and maintenance of exhibits. S/he will research the collection and exhibition themes, write panels, labels and other material and develop and present Plains Indian related educational programming.

The Center offers an excellent benefit package and competitive wages.Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and salary history to: Buffalo Bill Center of the West Human Resource Department, by e-mail to chriss@centerofthewest.org. For a job description and additional information about the center refer to: http://centerofthewest.org/about-us/employment/.

For more information, please call Christine Searles, Human Resources, 307-578-4089.

The closing date on this position is July 30, 2014

Job Requirements
Requirements for the position include strong knowledge of Plains Indian cultures and history, excellent verbal and written communication skills, confident public speaking and the ability to work collaboratively with others. A Bachelor’s degree is required with a preference for a Master’s degree in such disciplines as Art History, Anthropology, Museum Studies, American Indian Studies or a related field The successful candidate will possess strong organization and interpersonal skills and will be able to stand or walk for much of the day and lift at least 20 pounds. Two years of museum work experience or work in an informal educational setting is required. In addition knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and good keyboarding skills are required. Previous exposure to social media and digital outreach are desired.

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Contact Person: Christine Searles Phone: 307-578-4089
Email Address: chriss@centerofthewest.org

Applications due October 1, 2014

The Columbus Museum of Art (Columbus, Ohio) seeks a dynamic, knowledgeable, and highly-motivated individual to lead its photography program. The successful candidate for this endowed William and Sarah Ross Soter (Associate) Curatorship of Photography will be responsible for building, utilizing and advancing the Museum’s collection of historic through contemporary photography with relevant exhibitions, programming, and scholarly publications.

This position offers an important opportunity to work with and build upon the Museum’s historic strength in American and European Modernism and already significant holdings, especially its Photo League collection and works by established and emerging photographers. CMA is actively engaged in becoming a model 21st century museum, which the institution defines as-transformative, active, participatory, and committed to impacting the health and growth of the community.

The ideal candidate should be prepared to create, articulate, and implement a vision for an ongoing photography program. Past work should demonstrate creativity in curatorial approach. This should include developing and presenting exhibitions as well as dynamic ways of working with a collection. A proven talent for developing relationships is paramount—these include living artists with established reputations, emerging and under-recognized mid-career artists as well as a diverse network of art world colleagues. The curator will also be responsible for cultivating the local creative community of artists, collectors, and donors.

Equally important is:

Commitment to building the collection strategically through acquisitions.
Willingness to develop intentional strategies to engage visitors and the wider community.
Desire to work collaboratively with a cross-disciplinary team.
Interest in expanding the dialogue around socially engaged art.
Job Requirements
Qualified candidates will have an MA in art history, art criticism, or similar field of study plus three to five years of experience working in an advanced curatorial capacity with a record of exhibitions, acquisitions, and publications in historic, modern, and/or contemporary photography. Preference will be given to candidates with a compelling body of curatorial projects and strong interpersonal and communications skills.

This is a full-time position. Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits package includes health, vision, dental, life, short and long-term disability, and 403(b) retirement plan. Generous paid time off and holidays.

To apply, e-mail employment@cmaohio.org or mail to: Human Resources, Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215. Application should include cover letter, complete curriculum vitae of education, employment, honors, awards and publications, a published paper or writing sample, as well as the names and contact information of three professional references. Applications must be received by October 1, 2014. Only those applicants considered for interview will be contacted.

The Columbus Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Contact Person: Director of Human Resources Phone: 614-629-0366
Email Address: employment@cmaohio.org Fax: 614-222-6411

Posted July 1, 2014

The Collections Manager works closely with the AAOA Conservator and the Administrator to oversee and handle all activities in the galleries and storerooms, in addition to planning, managing and scheduling the work of the department technician.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Organize and manage movement of objects within and in between galleries, storerooms and other museum departments
Organize and undertake a regular and ongoing schedule for gallery maintenance and cleaning of art objects on open display and in closed cases.
Monitor the climate of the galleries/storerooms and work with conservators/scientists/engineers to maintain optimum conditions
Coordinate with conservators for the care for objects in the storerooms and conduct regular condition checks of all work on display in the galleries
Organize, and supervise the maintenance of mounts, bases, and other installation equipment, in addition to occasionally manufacturing simple mounts
Coordinate with curators, conservators and special events personnel in the safeguarding of art during departmental or museum special events in the AAOA galleries
Coordinate with curators and conservators to provide access to the collection for scholarly study purposes
Supervise the technician in the ongoing task of gallery cleanliness and maintenance, and during exhibition and gallery installations
Oversee a regular inventory check of AAOA’s holdings with Registrar and Director’s Office.
Coordinate with the Departmental Administrator in the supervision of the collections management assistant’s work maintaining and updating departmental records in the TMS database, conducting ongoing inventory and maintaining gallery labels.
Prepare MMA loan documents and coordinate with curators, registrars, conservators and administration to identify special requirements for travel and handling
Maintain the storage and inventory of installation-, collection’s emergency-, and cleaning materials for the department
Coordinates with the departmental administrator the maintenance of departmental files for all permanent and temporary exhibitions, collection care, education, photography, and loans
Other related duties
Job Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience and Skills:

Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Formal or on-the-job training and experience in handling, storing and moving 3-dimensional works of art
Ability to create supports and containers for 3-dimensional works of art for loan, storage and display
Knowledge of agents of deterioration and the museum environment
Excellent computer skills, including TMS
Knowledge and Education:

B.A. degree required; M.A. degree preferred (specialization in museum studies/collection care)
Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to careers@metmuseum.org with the position title in the subject line.

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Email Address: careers@metmuseum.org

Posted July 1, 2014

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is seeking applications for an articulate, experienced museum professional to direct our Educational and Public Programming Division. This senior level position reports directly to the Executive Director and works collaboratively with museum divisions and community leadership. The position requires ability to create and manage innovative mission and vision-related educational and public programming to serve a wide range of audiences. The ideal candidate for this position will serve as a dynamic leader in the educational and museum communities on local and national levels, oversee all aspects of teacher and student programming, building the educational programming to audiences with the legacy of President John F. Kennedy.

Job Requirements
The Sixth Floor Museum will consider candidates who have demonstrated excellence in crafting and communicating an overarching strategic vision for museum educational programming, and proven ability to attract community partners, along with a passion and desire to succeed.

For further information regarding job responsibilities and requirements, please visit our website at www.jfk.org. Or click on this link to take you directly to the job posting: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=JFK&cws=1&rid=125

Posted July 2, 2014

In collaboration with Visual Arts team, guest curators, and artists, plan the execution of visual arts exhibitions.
Lead a team of full-time and on-call preparator staff to ensure the safe handling and installation of works of art for temporary exhibition in a timely fashion.
Prepare galleries for installation, including hiring and management of contractors as needed.
Arrange scheduling, technical, material and staffing needs for the installation and de-installation of exhibitions, including working directly with artists to realize commissioned or newly-fabricated works of art.
Recruit, train, and manage performance for a diverse staff of full-time and on-call preparators.
Oversee proper safety training and specifications for YBCA workshop, including power and hand tools.
Oversee visual arts preparation areas, including workshop and art storage spaces; inventory of supplies and materials; and upgrading of gallery-related AV gear and other equipment.
Assume primary responsibility for the daily operation and maintenance of exhibitions.
Work closely with Senior Exhibitions Manager to create expense projections in relation to project needs and budgets.
Work closely with Associate Registrar to receive and return artwork and establish protocols for best art handling practices; supervise construction of crating, pedestals, cases, and other exhibition furniture.
Provide timely and accurate installation and gallery operations information to Senior Exhibitions Manager to help liaison with other Center Departments.
Deploy a variety of techniques to visualize exhibition design, object placement, and furniture design.
Other projects as assigned.
Benefits

Benefits include PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Travel Assistance, and ability to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief paragraph outlining your interest in working for YBCA in the body of an email to jobs@ybca.org. Please include “Chief Preparator” in the subject line.

Please, no phone calls or faxes—really. While we love your enthusiasm, due to the volume of

applications and our limited resources, we will respond only to applicants we intend to interview. If you receive our automated thank you, we have received your resume and there is no need to follow up.

We wish you the best of luck in your job search!

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a work culture and environment that is reflective of San Francisco Bay Area demography. The Center encourages and actively recruits applicants representing dimensions of difference that include — but are not limited to — age, national origin, ethnicity, race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, gender or political affiliation.

Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, Studio Arts, Design or similar field of study or commensurate work experience
At least 5 years experience as preparator or in a similar position in a museum, gallery or arts organization, supervising visual art work crews.
Strong leadership skills, with at least 3 years’ supervisory experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of museum installation techniques.
Experience with art handling, storage, packing, crating and installation.
Thorough knowledge of building codes, construction techniques, materials and tools.
Ability to read building plans, specifications and diagrams.
Ability to perform a variety of building trades-skilled tasks.
Skill in the use and care of hand and power tools.
Proven organizational skills, with particular attention to detail and capacity to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly so that installations can function smoothly.
Ability to work effectively in partnership with people of diverse cultural backgrounds; ability to lead staff and foster collaboration with all members YBCA’s curatorial teams.
Familiarity with PC and Mac computer systems and software; Visio, Vectorworks, SketchUp, or other planning software; and The Museum System (TMS) knowledge preferred.
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Email Address: jobs@ybca.org
Phone: 4153211306