Position open SHIP'S CURATOR
DEADLINE for applications Feb 15, 1995
 
Responsible for implementation of a comprehensive collection
management and interpretive program for the Battleship TEXAS
State Historical Park, La Porte (Houston), Texas.
Responsibilities include management, training and supervision
of interpretative and curatorial staff and programs, coordinating
volunteer activities and programs, providing visitor services
and public relations activities, assist in preparation of
ship's budget and coordinate ship's preservation and restoration
activities between ship's staff, regional office and headquarters staff.
 
Selection Criteria includes skill in personnel and program management,
knowledge of principles and practices of museum administration,
skill in photography, A/V equipment, personal computers,
communication effectively orally and written, ability to plan,
organize and supervise, knowledge of historical preservation and
restoration techniques, working knowledge of naval history,
operations and terminology.
 
Requires MA (or BA plus year for year experience may substitute
plus 4 years experience); 2 years curatorial work, experience
in program management, administration and coordination of
volunteer programs.
 
Salary $2095/month plus state benefits.
 
Submit applications by Feb 15, 1995 to
Charles Davenport, Ship's Manager
Battleship TEXAS SHP
3523 Hwy 134
La Porte, TX  77571
 
A TPWD application form is required; if interested, call me
or send a message to have one mailed or faxed to you.
Joanne Avant, Chief Curator
(512) 389-4885
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