*CURATOR, MUSEUM OF THE GRAND PRAIRIE *
*MUSEUM AND EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT*
The Champaign County Forest Preserve District’s Museum and Education
Department tells the story of the Grand Prairie region through
interpretation of its natural and cultural resources. The department
features the Museum of the Grand Prairie, containing 8,000 square feet
of exhibit space plus a recently completed 4,000 square foot addition
dedicated to classroom space and collections storage. The museum is
located within Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 10 miles west of the
Champaign-Urbana metro area in Champaign County, Illinois. The museum
was founded in 1968 and has been accredited by the American Association
of Museums since 1972.
The Champaign County Forest Preserve seeks an individual to:
·Conceptualize, design and execute cultural and natural history
interpretation through exhibits, interpretive signs, website and program
content, and lectures.
·Oversee the acquisition, preservation, and processing of the collection
for the successful interpretation and exhibition of the Grand Prairie’s
cultural and natural heritage.
·Attract new and diverse audiences to the museum facilities; increase
visitation numbers and encourage new supporters while maintaining strong
relationships with existing donors and partners.
·Assist the department in maintaining accreditation standards at the
Museum of the Grand Prairie and in the development of a plan to enhance
the functionality and impact of the Homer Lake Interpretive Center.
·Assist with the management of the department budget as it relates to
exhibits and interpretation.
Master’s Degree in museum studies, collections management, American
decorative arts or material culture preferred. Bachelor’s degree from a
recognized college or university in museum studies, history,
anthropology, library science or closely related field and experience in
a museum setting required.Significant experience in museum exhibit
development or collections management may be considered in lieu of a
degree.
*COMPENSATION*
Salary is commensurate with experience. The Champaign County Forest
Preserve District offers a comprehensive benefits package including
health and dental insurance, twelve paid holidays per year, a deferred
compensation program (457 plan), and participation in the Illinois
Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan.
*APPLICATION PROCEDURE*
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by *November 1,
2015*
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