Wisconsin Maritime Museum Seeks Curator:
The Wisconsin Maritime Museum, an AAM accredited institution and Smithsonian Affiliate, is seeking an experienced curator. Knowledge of American naval history and Great Lakes maritime history and culture is a plus. Understanding of the historical and environmental significance of the Great Lakes watershed is essential.
With 60,000 sq. ft. (30,000 sq. ft. added in 2003) of modern facilities and the nation's most completely restored WWII submarine, the Museum offers an exciting opportunity for a highly qualified individual to guide the Great Lakes' premier maritime museum. The curator will be responsible for the development of exciting new exhibits as well as maintenance and enhancement of existing exhibits. The curator will collaborate with the Museum Educator to make the Museum's collections and the region's history accessible to the public through innovative, academically grounded educational programming. The curator will supervise the Registrar/Collections Manager in the care and management of the Museum's substantial archives and collections, including USS Cobia.
Responsibilities/Exhibits and Interpretation
* Develops annual exhibit calendars and exhibit development schedules;
* Forms and works closely with exhibit development committees to develop new exhibits and enhance existing exhibits;
* Researches, develops, supervises, and manages exhibitions and their installation;
* Supervises temporary assistants, volunteers, and interns;
* Proposes and manages curatorial/exhibition budgets, with approval of Executive Director;
* Collaborates with other institutions, including the Smithsonian Institution, and collectors to secure the loan of items for exhibitions; provides Standard Facility Report as needed;
* Assists the Director of Development in preparation of grant applications, donor cultivation, and sponsor requests related to collections and exhibits;
* Responsible for the planning and implementation of the Museum's interpretive program.
* Collaborates with Museum Educator to formulate exhibit-related programming and docent training;
* Conducts lectures, gallery walks/tours as needed;
* Assists in production of written material for promotion of exhibits;
* Represents museum as spokesperson during exhibit-related interviews with media;
* Builds strong rapport with local community, educators, potential donors, maritime historians, and owners of public and private collections;
Responsibilities/Collection
* Oversees management, security, care and maintenance of all Museum facilities (including galleries and on-site and off-site storage);
* Oversees care and preservation of WWII submarine;
* Collaborates with Executive Director and Collection Committee to develop a comprehensive and proactive collections acquisition plan;
* Responsible for the systems, policies and procedures related to collections and exhibits.
Qualifications
* Minimum, M.A. in museum studies, public history, history or other appropriate field of study with 5-7 years of museum experience. Ph.D. in field of interest is highly desirable.
* Curatorial experience, including experience developing/designing/installing exhibits.
* Meticulous research and writing skills, excellent verbal communication skills.
* Excellent organizational/supervisory skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills; must work effectively in collaborative team environment.
* Proficiency in electronic records management, digital technologies and programs including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and PastPerfect.
* Self-motivated, energetic leader with ability to visualize the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer; salary commensurate with experience.
Send cover letter with résumé, writing sample, and three references to Executive Director Norma Bishop, [log in to unmask] or fax to 920-684-0219 NO LATER THAN MAY 27, 2007.
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