Curator - Exhibits

The employee must have a valid Arizona driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university in design or a planning-related field.
  • Post-graduate study or professional training in collections management and care highly desirable.
  • Two years’ experience and/or training in staff supervision required.
  • A minimum of four years of paid experience in design, research and construction of exhibits.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of 3D software (e.g., Auto CAD, Sketch up, ARC GIS), payroll/timekeeping systems, performance evaluation and word processing software.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to manage complex projects and priorities and the ability to work with people as a supervisor, facilitator and coordinator. Extensive understanding of construction, particularly with respect to naturalistic exhibits. Excellent verbal and graphic communication skills. Familiarity with basic principles of animal husbandry and horticulture. Model building skills is a plus. 3D computer skills (Auto CAD, Sketch up or other) is a plus. Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

While the posting does not specify benefits, the museum offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.