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Oversees the care and interpretation of the Museum’s collections of American art, with a focus on modern and contemporary art. Manages and curates permanent and special exhibitions about modern/contemporary art, and/or American art which fulfills the mission of the Museum. Makes recommendations for acquisition and deaccession on related collections. Coordinates research on the collections and the publication of the results of that research.

Assist the Chief Curator and works with other curatorial staff on the projects of modern and contemporary art, particularly American art

Curate a permanent exhibition of the art of tea; ensure that permanent exhibition addition is consistent with the overall museum exhibition plans

Represent the Museum at local, national, and international level meetings and conferences

Oversee research, planning, coordination of internal and traveling exhibitions of the Museum’s American art

Facilitate special exhibition contracts with Director of Exhibitions

Work with the Director of Collections (gift preparations, purchases, loan agreements, inventory of collections, contracts, insurance requirements, copyright and artist rights, data management, research, etc.)

Considerable public and donor contact with fundraising activities as required

Other duties as assigned

Conduct all responsibilities in a safe manner according to regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

M.A. degree in Museum Studies, Art History or related field is required; Ph.D. in Art History preferred; plus a minimum of 3 years of museum experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to work extended hours as needed
• Ability to work weekends, if needed
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work within strict deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and desire to be a team player
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent written communication skills (i.e. business letter writing, grammar, etc.)
• Excellent oral communication skills (i.e. ability to deal effectively with others, speak professionally on the phone, etc.)
• Sense of creativity
• Familiarity with industry terms and processes
• Proficient with TMS or related software
• Proficient with Microsoft® Office Suite
• Previous supervisory experience

• Regularly required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods of time
• Occasionally required to stand for long periods of time
• Regularly required to move about
• Occasionally required to climb stairs and/or ladders
• Regularly required to maintain balance while walking, standing, crouching, or running
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Occasionally required to reach up and out with hands and arms
• Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions
• Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick up objects, move objects, or hold objects
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry a distance of 10 feet
• Occasionally required to push and/or pull up to 50 pounds a distance of 10 feet

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

Rarely exposed to outdoor weather and temperature extremes

Regularly exposed to indoor conditions

Rarely exposed to extreme noise level

Rarely exposed to chemicals, fumes, dust, or work safety hazards

The individual is regularly exposed to indoor conditions and moderate noise level; the individual is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather and temperature extremes.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.