JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:
Position: DIRECTOR/CURATOR
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF ROLLER SKATING, Lincoln, Nebraska
Responsibilities:
Define Needs The Director shall define the needs and limits of the Museum
collections, provide for an active collections acquisition program and
recommend to the Board of Trustees such items to be disposed
of/deaccessioned.
Collection Management The Director shall provide for the professional
management of the Museum collections, including record keeping, insurance,
preservation, conservation and restoration. The Director shall be responsible
for acknowledgement and registration of acquisitions and donations; shall
provide for the proper use of collections in exhibits, traveling exhibits, loans or
other purposes consistent with the maintenance of professional standards of
collections care; maintain safe storage of paper documents and other items
not currently on exhibit.
Exhibits The Director shall insure adequate rotation and creation of
attractive and interesting displays, using appropriate themes and decorative
ideas to integrate artifacts; keeping show cases clean and in good repair;
maintaining safe storage of paper documents and other items not currently on
display. The Director shall be responsible for supervising public and private
tours of the Museum exhibits.
Archives Responsible for proper storage of documents, allowing for easy
retrieval and access for research; maintaining archives in an orderly manner
for use by staff and others who are granted access.
Publicity The Director shall plan and perform various public relations work
on behalf of the Museum and be responsible for writing roller skating history
articles for major roller skating publications: RSB, USA Roller Sports The
Magazine, Rinksider, etc., respond to media inquiries for roller skating history
information. Private requests for research, not falling in the institutional
category, can be completed at a cost of $50 per hour, subject to available
time and further negotiation of price.
Hall of Fame The Director will serve as research consultant for the USARS
and RSA Halls of Fame and other honorary awards.
Budget In consultation with the Museums Secretary/Treasurer, the
Director shall develop the annual operating budget. In addition, the Director
shall be responsible for informing the Trustees of the Museums financial status
on a regular basis, denoting sources of revenue and explanation of expenses.
Fund Raising The Director shall be responsible for donor solicitations as
directed by the Board of Trustees; coordination of annual raffle held in
connection with the rink operators convention; and contacting past donors
for renewal or an improvement of their museum contributions. The Director
shall identify, prepare and submit grant requests to foundations, corporations
and governmental agencies for such purposes as authorized by the Board of
Trustees.
Communications Responsible for preparation, four times annually, of the
Museum newsletter Historical Roller Skating Overview, to maintain contact and
enthusiasm for Museum projects among members and potential contributors.
Responsible for updating and enhancing website.
Trustees Meetings In consultation with the President of the Board of
Trustees, the Director shall arrange for the holding of an annual meeting, and
other meetings as required, preparing and publishing the agenda and other
meeting notices prior to the meeting in keeping with the By-Laws.
Others The Director is responsible for keeping the Board of Trustees fully
informed on subjects not delineated above which may require their decisions
and shall report results to the Trustees when implementing these decisions.
Qualifications:
College degree preferred, preferably in a related field
Experience preferred, but not necessary
Strong communication skills: written, oral and computer
Creative ability to package concepts and understand client needs
Knowledge of roller sports helpful
Relocation to Lincoln, NE required
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience, excellent benefits
package.
Availability: Immediately
Application Deadline: Receiving applications until candidate is selected.
Application Procedure: To apply, submit a letter of application, current
resume, salary requirements and three references by mail or email to:
Richard J. Hawkins
4730 South Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
Fax: 402-483-0324
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