Curator of Education

The Hubbard Museum of the American West

 IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico



THE POSITION

The City of Ruidoso Downs is seeking a well qualified and dynamic individual 
to serve as Curator of Education for the renowned Hubbard Museum of the 
American West.  The Curator of Education is responsible for the coordination 
and development of all curriculum based educational programs for schools, 
including grammar, middle, high school, and university based students. 
Responsible for all outreach programming efforts going directly to schools, 
including such activities as traveling trunks, classroom instruction, etc. 
Coordinates all interpretive events, including live demonstrations, living 
history events, and the family & educational programs at the Lincoln County 
Cowboy Symposium.



THE MUSEUM

Founded in 1989 the Hubbard Museum is viewed as an unsurpassed educational 
and entertainment center, reflecting the cultural heritage of the horse and 
the American West. The Museum, Cowboy symposium attract over 100,000 
visitors each year, and the 55,000 sq. ft. Museum of the Horse displays one 
of the worlds largest equine sculptures "Free Spirits at Noisy Water" by 
internationally acclaimed sculptor Dave McGary.  Visit www.hubbardmuseum.org 
for more information.



THE COMMUNITY

Ruidoso Downs is a favorite destination for many in the Southwest.  With our 
beautiful scenery and mild weather, visitors enjoy the best that the 
American Southwest has to offer.  From Skiing, horseback riding, or 
shopping, Ruidoso Downs has something for everyone. Visit our web site: 
www.ruidosodowns.us for more about our City.



RESPONSIBILITIES

The specific duties of the Curator of Education may include but are not 
limited to:

Serves as the coordinator of an education committee consisting of educators, 
museum staff, and others as needed.



Responsible for the development and coordination of all in-house exhibit 
related programming efforts and events.  Serves as a member of the exhibit 
team to assist in the coordination and development of exhibits.  Assists 
with the development of label copy, interpretive text, or other exhibit 
fabrication as assigned.  Assists the Curator of Exhibits with the annual 
Henriette Wyeth Memorial Exhibit.



Responsible for the ongoing development and coordination of activities for 
the children's interactive areas within the Museum.  Seeks to ensure that 
equipment is in proper repair and coordinates purchasing activities for the 
upkeep of these areas.



Acts as volunteer coordinator for museum docents, and provided quarterly 
docent training for museum activities.  Provides training, and assists with 
the recruitment and leadership development activities for the volunteer 
program.  Works closely with the Administrative secretary in coordinating 
and scheduling museum volunteers and docent groups for tour groups.



Assists the Fundraising & Special Events Coordinator in the research and 
development of grants for the education department.  Assists with other 
fundraising activities and events as needed.



Performs other related duties as needed or assigned by the Museum Director.



QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of and experience in:

Principles, practices, and techniques of museum management.



Personnel management, employee relations, team building, goal setting, long 
and short term planning, budget development, and financial management.



Minimum of three years working in Museum Education or related field.  A 
Master's Degree in related field is highly desirable. BA/BS degree in 
related field may be substituted for one year experience.



BASE SALARY

$29,216  plus full benefit package  Applications accepted until 11/06/06



APPLICATION

Individuals interested in applying for this position should contact/forward 
resumes and letters of interest to:



Personnel Department C/O

City of Ruidoso Downs

PO Box 348

Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico 88346



Telephone: (505) 378-4422

Facsimile:  (505) 378-4586

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