JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:

Curator of Exhibits 
Type of Employment: Full Time (40 hrs/week) 
Salary: Pay range $16.042 to $18.13 per hour. This position is in pay 
schedule and range 13-01. A 12-month probationary period is required. 
Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid driver’s license upon 
appointment for independent travel around and between sites. A background 
check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. 
Contact: Alice Jackson, Human Resources Director, 608-264-6448, 
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Bargaining Unit: Education 
Area of Competition: Open 
Deadline to Apply: 10/6/2005
Completed materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. on October 6, 2005.  

This position is in the Museum Division of the Wisconsin Historical 
Society.  Job Duties: Conceptualize and develop two- and three-dimensional 
case, gallery, outdoor, traveling, and virtual exhibits using professional 
techniques and a combination of complex mediums.  Prepare exhibit design 
proposals, from conceptual layouts and treatments to finished working 
drawings, floor plans, elevations, models, design notebooks, and bid 
documents.  Design effective ways to communicate interpretive objectives, 
themes, storylines, and subjects using a wide variety of artifacts and 
other authentic historical materials, graphic reproductions from diverse 
sources, and original art.
Research and develop effective spatial arrangements, visual presentations, 
and fabrication methods, taking into consideration budget, physical space, 
anticipated audiences, duration of exhibits, and safety of historical 
collections.
Prepare, produce, and install all graphic elements for exhibits.  Prepare 
original documents and artifacts for display, including matting and 
framing.  Assist with the production of multi-media presentations.  Design 
and produce all printed and digital material required for the 
interpretation and promotion of museum exhibits, educational programs, and 
events, including banners, posters, signs, brochures, flyers, and press 
kits. 
Organize and curate all physical and electronic files documenting the 
planning and implementation of exhibit projects. Prepare time estimates, 
budgets, and schedules for all assigned work. Facilitate productive working 
relationships with and oversee the work of vendors and service providers.  
Serve as lead worker for volunteers, interns, students, and limited-term 
employees. 
Provide professional service and advice to various Historical Society 
programs and the general public.  Special Notes:    
Must possess a valid driver’s license upon appointment for travel around 
and between sites.  A criminal background check will be conducted prior to 
offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may 
be related to the job.  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 
requires employers to hire only individuals who are eligible to work in the 
United States.  Upon reporting for work, an individual will be expected to 
present proper evidence establishing employability.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Knowledge of American History.  
Ability to create original artwork by means of traditional illustrative 
media and computer imaging.  Applied proficiency with Photoshop, 
Illustrator, and other applicable CAD software.  Knowledge of professional 
standards for exhibit design, fabrication, and installation.  Ability to 
develop two- and three-dimensional exhibits, preferably in a museum 
setting.  Ability to produce conceptual drawings, floor plans, elevations, 
shop drawings, and models.  Ability to develop cost estimates and bid 
specifications.  Knowledge of publication design, layout, and production.  
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Good communications skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a 
team.  Ability to lift and carry equipment, to handle fragile artifacts 
without damage, and physically assist with the installation of exhibits.

How to Apply:  Please submit an Application for State Employment form (OSER-
DMRS-38), available on the internet at: 
(http://oser.state.wi.us/application.asp); a resume; and a paper (not to 
exceed five pages) which details your education, achievements and 
experience in each of the following areas (be sure to include your 
employer, role, responsibilities, the length, degree of independence, 
decision-making authority and complexity of experience in each area):  1) 
Formal training in related fields - specify all degrees, certifications, 
post-graduate coursework, and professional workshops as they pertain to the 
requirements of the position; 2) Experience as lead designer - describe the 
duties and responsibilities you performed with each exhibition and the 
amount of time you performed these duties and responsibilities; 3) 
Experience in computer-assisted graphic design and production, including 
publication design, layout, and production - list each printed and web-
based product and specify the format for each (e.g. brochure, flyer, 
poster, advertisement, banner, sign, web feature, press kit, etc.); 4) 
Experience in the design of interpretive museum exhibits from concept to 
production - specify the number and size of exhibits and the museums in 
which it was performed; 5) Experience with cost estimates, bid 
specifications, and work with contracted services - list each exhibition 
and describe responsibilities in these specific areas.  Please organize 
your responses according to the categories listed above. Write clearly and 
concisely and use examples to support your statements. This is an 
examination - information provided in a format other than the maximum pages 
allowed will not be scored. Resumes are not a substitute for your answering 
the questionnaire. Do not send materials as zip files.

Send completed application materials (via mail, Fax or E-mail) to Alice 
Jackson, Human Resources Director, Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State 
Street, Madison, WI 53706-1482; (608) 264-6448; Fax (608) 264-6415; or E-
mail: [log in to unmask]  Completed materials must be received by 4:30 
p.m. on October 6, 2005.  Materials will be evaluated and the most 
qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the 
selection process. Questions may be directed to Alice Jackson at (608) 264-
6448.  If you omit information requested on this announcement, your 
application may be rated ineligible.

The Wisconsin Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.

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