What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exhibits Curator 266 position at City of Greensboro, NC?
Description
Bring History to Life Through Design & Innovation at Greensboro History Museum!
Compensation and Benefits:
Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $45,017 - $59,233 Full Salary Range: $45,017 - $80,557 Annually, depending on qualifications.
Benefits Statement: You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting City of Greensboro Benefits.
Work Schedule: 40 hours per work week, Wednesday - Tuesday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
In partnership with the community, the Greensboro Public Library (GPL) provides free and equal access to information, fosters lifelong learning and inspires the joys of reading. We are committed to this mission and it is our promise to our community; the Greensboro Public Library serves as a Conduit to Destiny®
If this promise resonates with you, there's a strong possibility that we'd like to partner with you too! GPL, recognized as the parent organization of the City of Greensboro's Libraries/Museum Department, is comprised of eight library locations and the Greensboro History Museum. Our employees pride themselves on delivering quality customer experiences, nurturing relationships and curating rich print and digital collections, all in an effort to make meaningful, measurable and desirable differences in the lives of our customers and the community as a whole.
Join Our Team and Make a Lasting Impact on Greensboro’s History!
The Greensboro History Museum is looking for an Exhibits Curator who is passionate about museum storytelling and exhibit design. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how visitors experience and interact with history through engaging, innovative exhibitions.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Creative and Collaborative Environment: Work alongside dedicated museum professionals to bring history to life.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable leadership and project management experience in a dynamic setting.
- Community Impact: Play a key role in preserving and presenting Greensboro’s diverse history.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, healthcare, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.
About the Role:
The Exhibits Curator is responsible for visually presenting and interpreting the Greensboro History Museum's exhibits. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to organize and deal with competing deadlines and tasks, and proficiency with computer graphics programs and design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Vectorworks, InDesign, CAD, and Microsoft Office.
As the Exhibits Curator, you will:
- Chair the Museum's exhibits team, supervise a part-time assistant and plan and manage the exhibit calendar.
- Provide input and monitor the Museum and Museum, Inc. expenditures.
- Collaborate with Museum teams to provide visitors with an integrated and cohesive learning environment.
- Oversee the high standards in planning, designing, fabricating, and managing the Museum's permanent and changing exhibits.
- Responsibilities include developing the conceptual and detailed designs incorporating objects, graphics, and media necessary to interpret an exhibit's key messages.
- Ensure the maintenance and appearance of the museum’s exhibitions, including lighting and the repair of damaged graphic materials.
- Design and fabricate Museum signage and posters for the museum, as well as marketing and other non-exhibition-related Museum staff.
- Stay updated on best practices in exhibit design, technology, and ADA standards.
- The employee must be knowledgeable about the latest developments in exhibit design concepts, techniques, technology, and ADA standards and have the skills to create and maintain audio/video exhibit components.
Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!
This job is Exempt and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Qualifications
What You Bring:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of related experience at a museum or cultural institution.
- 2 years of experience in preparation and installation of exhibits using carpentry and construction skills.
- 1 year of project management experience.
- 2 years of work experience using printing and mounting techniques, including large-format printing.
- 2 years of exhibit design work experience using CAD software, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and MS Office.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, History, or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in a museum or gallery environment.
- 1 year of experience working in a history, science, or related museum.
- 3 years of demonstrated leadership and project management experience.
Be a Part of Our Mission to Inspire and Educate!
Are you ready to use your creativity and expertise to shape compelling exhibits? Join us in preserving and sharing Greensboro’s rich history with the community. Apply by April 1, 2025, and start making a difference at the Greensboro History Museum!
Salary : $45,017 - $59,233
