Job Post: The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) seeks experienced Curator

African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI), IA

The African American Museum of Iowa

55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

www.blackiowa.org, 319-862-2101

Curator Position: The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) seeks a dynamic and experienced museum professional to serve as full time Curator.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The curator will be expected to supervise a variety of interns, and temporary staff as available.

Key Responsibilities:

(Exhibition Related)

• Conduct scholarly research to support annually changing exhibitions, traveling exhibitions, and temporary exhibitions throughout the state. Write exhibition text, labels, and supporting promotional materials.
• Manage exhibition content, loaned objects, insurance paperwork, etc.
• Prepare and adhere to exhibition budgets.
• Select and manage exhibition advisory committees.
• Oversee and assist with all exhibition design and layout aspects, including signage, wall construction, lighting, object placement, etc.
• Write grants that pertain to the curator function.

(Collections Related)

• Function as Registrar, Collections Manager, and Archivist.
• Manage all incoming archival and artifact donations, in accordance with the AAMI’s mission.
• Monitor and care for the AAMI’s object, archival, textile, and photograph collections, both on display in permanent and temperate galleries and in storage. Monitor AAMI climate and humidity.
• Conduct basic conservation work, as needed.
• Maintain PastPerfect 5.0 museum records for archives, objects, photographs, oral histories, and library materials.

Requirements:

• BA in history, museum studies, or other related field, with academic courses in African American studies preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, professional demeanor, and diplomatic skills.
• Ability to successfully interact with internal and external individuals of diverse background, including donors, dignitaries, committees, and members.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Writing sample to be provided upon request.

Application Process:
Qualified applicants please send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Michael Kates at mkates@blackiowa.org. Application deadline is May 31, 2013.