Museum Curator (Art). Job at Smithsonian Institution in Washington
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC, United States
Duties: Museum Curator (Art) leads the development and execution of the Collections Development Strategy and works with the Acquisitions Committee to improve and expand the overall quality of the collections that advance NMAFA’s mission.
In This Position, You Will
Maintain contact with artists, galleries, other curators, and collectors using a broad knowledge of African Art and Culture to plan and execute the collections development strategy.
Coordinate the efforts of curators and staff in the conception, development, and implementation of projects including exhibitions, publications, and scholarly public programming.
Re‑evaluate the museological practices of the Museum in all aspects: knowledge production, collections acquisitions and management, interpretation, and programming.
Supervise a diverse curatorial staff, contractors, interns, and fellows.
Requirements
Pass a pre‑employment background investigation.
May need to complete a probationary period.
Maintain a bank account for direct deposit/electronic transfer.
Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Qualifications
Basic Education Requirement: Degree in museum work or an applicable subject‑matter field, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major plus appropriate experience or additional education, or four years of experience providing knowledge comparable to a 4‑year course of study.
Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level, defined as: developing and executing an exhibition from concept to opening; establishing a Collections Development Strategy or participating in a team that developed such a strategy; working with artists, gallerists, and other curators and collectors of African art in a museum context; and managing art acquisitions and related funds.
Recruitment Incentive
Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. Approval is contingent upon availability and may require a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain period.
Benefits
The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Insurance
Leave
Life Insurance
Long‑Term Care Insurance
Retirement Program
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In This Position, You Will
Maintain contact with artists, galleries, other curators, and collectors using a broad knowledge of African Art and Culture to plan and execute the collections development strategy.
Coordinate the efforts of curators and staff in the conception, development, and implementation of projects including exhibitions, publications, and scholarly public programming.
Re‑evaluate the museological practices of the Museum in all aspects: knowledge production, collections acquisitions and management, interpretation, and programming.
Supervise a diverse curatorial staff, contractors, interns, and fellows.
Requirements
Pass a pre‑employment background investigation.
May need to complete a probationary period.
Maintain a bank account for direct deposit/electronic transfer.
Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Qualifications
Basic Education Requirement: Degree in museum work or an applicable subject‑matter field, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major plus appropriate experience or additional education, or four years of experience providing knowledge comparable to a 4‑year course of study.
Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level, defined as: developing and executing an exhibition from concept to opening; establishing a Collections Development Strategy or participating in a team that developed such a strategy; working with artists, gallerists, and other curators and collectors of African art in a museum context; and managing art acquisitions and related funds.
Recruitment Incentive
Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. Approval is contingent upon availability and may require a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain period.
Benefits
The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Insurance
Leave
Life Insurance
Long‑Term Care Insurance
Retirement Program
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