1. Cares for, coordinates and accesses collection. 2. Discusses the condition and breadth of the collection with other Curators. 3. Decides on the organization of the collection. 4. Recommends acquisitions for the collection. 5. Recommends objects to be conserved and conservation priorities. 6. Supervises and administers the exhibitions of the collection. 7. Initiates the scholarly cataloging of objects in the collection. 8. Negotiates loans for objects. 9. Assists in formulation of policy regarding the collection. 10. Interprets the collection to assist scholars with research. Teaches and lectures in a specific subject area. 11. Assists in writing of grant proposals. 12. Supervises staff of exempt and non-exempt employees. 13. Promotes knowledge of the collection through writing, teaching and exhibitions. 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Education:   Exhibition and publication experience or the equivalent combination of management and writing for arts-based projects. Background in interacting with donors or other stewardship activities. Teaching and public speaking experience. Knowledge of professional practices in the museum or related fields. Experience with object maintenance and handling in a museum or equivalent setting.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:   Exhibition and publication experience or the equivalent combination of management and writing for arts-based projects. Background in interacting with donors or other stewardship activities. Teaching and public speaking experience. Knowledge of professional practices in the museum or related fields. Experience with object maintenance and handling in a museum or equivalent setting.

Required Skill/ability 5:   Commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Posting Position Title:   Curator 2

Required Skill/ability 3:   Ability to conduct original research and communicate effectively in written and verbal formats to a wide range of audiences.

Work Week:   Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

University Job Title:   Goldsmith Asst. Curator of Mod. & Contemporary Art

Required Skill/ability 1:   An effective collaborator with the desire and ability to build relationships and work cooperatively across departments at the Gallery, with colleagues at the University and with members of the public, and across the museum field.

Required Skill/ability 4:   Strong interest in mentoring students and in community outreach.

Required Skill/ability 2:   Independent and self-directed, with the ability to take initiative, anticipate actions needed, and exercise discretion and informed judgment.

Masters Degree in Art History and two years of curatorial experience or an equivalent education and experience.