ASDM...Help Wanted
Help WantedSiouxland Heritage Museums / Old Courthouse Museum Sioux Falls, South Dakota 605-367-4210 The Siouxland Heritage Museums invites applications for a Curator of Exhibits to plan, design and develop museum exhibits. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES INCLUDE: Administer the exhibits department by planning, designing, and implementing permanent, temporary, and contract exhibits. Research and develop future topics for exhibits; create and manage exhibit plans and schedules; design floor plans, layouts, and interactive displays; select, order, and purchase materials for exhibits; write copy for exhibits; create signs and graphics; cut, print, paint, sew, mount and frame items for exhibits; fabricate exhibit furniture and mounts; deliver and set up traveling exhibits and install exhibits. Develop, administer, and present annual exhibits budget; create and contribute to grant requests; and administer grant funds. Represent the Museums at professional meetings; conduct presentations at various meetings; create and present educational programs; write newsletter articles; and serve on boards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in museum studies, history, design, or related field and a minimum of one year professional museum experience; bachelor’s degree in museum studies, history, design, or related field and a minimum of three years museum experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Full working knowledge of modern museum principles and practices. Working knowledge of design and construction of interactive and stationary exhibits. Skill in using computer software related to exhibits design. Skill in executing interpretive exhibition lighting, fabrication, and fastening techniques. Ability to supervise and train employees and support staff. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agencies and the public. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory, budget, and grant writing experience. SALARY: $1,801.84 - $1,940.40 Biweekly CLOSING DATE: 09/27/10 - 05:00 PM. Applications may be filed online at http://jobs.minnehahacounty.org. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the date the position closes. Questions may be directed to the Minnehaha County Human Resources office, 415 N. Dakota Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104. (605)367-4337. Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other protected group in accordance with state and federal law. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337. |