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Job Title
Museum Curator
Posting
#0602177
Location
John E. Conner Museum, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Kingsville, Texas
Department
MUSE - MUSEUM
Job Open Date 07-13-2015
Job Close Date Open Until Filled
Salary Commensurate with qualifications
Status Full-Time
Job Summary
Curator is responsible for the preservation, care, documentation, and security of the museum collection
according to professional standards. Curator will inventory artifacts and process items for deaccession.
The Curator also develops permanent and temporary exhibits; schedules incoming temporary exhibits
and supervises installation, disassembly, packing and transit of exhibits. Curator will also assist with
educational programs and museum events correlating to the Museum's mission as a department of
Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Curator needs to cooperate as a member of a small and supporting
team, as well as work independently.
PROVIDE EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE
Job Responsibilities
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RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF COLLECTION MANAGEMENT
Solicits and accepts acquisitions to the museum collection based on the museum mission.
Coordinates loans to and from the museum and other institutions. Accession and process
acquisitions to the collection, assigning individual trinomial designation to each accession.
Review museum policies and make suggestions on new policies or amendments to existing
policy to the Museum Director. Enters collections data in Past Perfect database, including digital
images and related information. Identifies conservation needs within the collection and
recommends options. Conducts artifact research.
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RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF MUSEUM EXHIBITS, BOTH TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT
Develops, implements, and installs temporary and permanent exhibits. Schedules incoming
temporary exhibits; supervise installation, and disassemble; coordinates shipping and transit.
Plans and develops new exhibits with the approval of the Museum Director.
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ASSISTS WITH EDUCAITONAL PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC EVENTS.
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INCIDENTAL DUTIES
Stays current on trends in collections storage, artifact preservation, museum law, and related
topics. Gives public presentations to local and area organizations. Works in a supervisory
capacity for one or more employees and/or volunteers.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
 B.A/B.S. in Museum Studies or related field (such as History, Art History, Public History, Historic
Preservations, or Wildlife Education)
 6 months employment or volunteer experience at a museum, cultural center, or historic site, or
an equivalent combination education and experience.
 Driver’s License
 General Museum Knowledge & Skills; Proficient with PC.
 Excellent communication skills. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications
 M.A. or M.S. in Museum Studies or Public History
 1-year employment in a museum or historic site from a regionally accredited institution or
university. Experience with PastPerfect 5.0, Bilingual (English/Spanish).
 Public speaking experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this
position.
Notes
If you are a male age 18 through 25, you must be properly registered with the Selective Service
System to be eligible for hire. Texas A&M University Kingsville is committed to excellence; the
University invites applications from all qualified applicants. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer
To Apply
All applicants must complete an online application. Follow instructions at
https://javjobs.tamuk.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1393875967868
About the John E. Conner Museum
The John E. Conner Museum collections are as old as their governing institution, Texas A&M UniversityKingsville, which was established in 1925. In 1929, the John E. Conner Museum was created to preserve
and interpret the many historical items amassed by the university's first Professor of History, John E.
Conner. Originally located in a gazebo-like structure behind the University's first structure (now Manning
Hall), in 1976 the Conner Museum relocated to its present location in Loftin Hall, the original campus
dining hall. The Conner Museum maintains exhibits and collections pertaining to the history of South
Texas, Kingsville, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville; its permanent exhibits encompass natural
history, and cultural history. In addition, the Museum maintains a large collection of artifacts, including
study collections, and specialized collections of armaments, pre-Columbian artifacts, and paleolithic and
fossil materials. Open 6 days a week and free of charge, the Conner Museum reaches a wide audience,
including primary school students from area schools, University students, and the general public.
More information about the John E. Conner Museum can be found at
http://www.tamuk.edu/artsci/museum/