Computer Skills, Copy Editing, Credit and Collections, Driver's License, English Language, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Spanish Language, Staff Training, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Museum manager, the Museum Curator/Collections Manager is responsible for the management and daily operations of the museum's collections. Plans and implements museum exhibitions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary responsibility for object/specimen care and storage.
- Registers and catalogs all items on the computer. Provides hard copy updates at the end of every calendar year to be stored in the museum's archives. Proficiency in Past- Perfect Software.
- Advises the museum manager of any changes in the collections' status.
- Attends & assists with the monthly Elders Cultural Council meetings.
- Plans exhibits with other museum staff and prepares relevant artifacts for exhibitions.
- Participates in language, cultural, and oral history preservation projects.
- Attends staff meetings, training, and workshops.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work well with others, including diverse personalities of museum visitors.
- Practice good organizational and time management skills.
- Be flexible and able to meet challenges as they arise.
- Competent in museum recordkeeping procedures.
- Fluency in English and the Cocopah languages is preferred. Spanish language fluency is also a plus.
- Ability to work with little supervision and bring an innovative approach to the work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Computer experience.
- Strong verbal and written communicative skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age, required for GSA vehicle operation.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel for training and other business-related purposes.
- Must possess a current, valid Arizona Driver's License.
- Must be able to undergo and pass a DPS/FBI fingerprint background investigation, and cannot have two (2) or more misdemeanors or felony convictions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Associate's degree in a related field or trade school, professional or technical certification, specialized training
- 2 years of work experience in a related field or 2 years of general or supervisory work experience
NATIVE AMERICAN AND CURRENT EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE POLICIES ARE APPLICABLE TO ALL POSITIONS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND ONGOING RANDOM DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTS.