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Phillips Academy seeks a full-time Director of the R.S. Peabody Museum of Archaeology.  The Academy is a leading residential college-preparatory school (www.andover.edu). The Peabody Museum holds major Native-American archaeological collections (500,000 artifacts, 25,000 photographs) from the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, Mexico, the Arctic, covering 10,000 years.  It is a teaching museum and educational resource for the Academy and scholarly community (www.andover.edu/Museums/MuseumOfArchaeology). The Director and staff of 5 collaborate with Academy faculty to integrate Museum resources, research, scholarship, and cross-cultural approach into curriculum, producing interdisciplinary lessons/courses, organizing lectures/events, and leading expeditionary-learning programs.  The Director oversees all facets of the Museum. QUALIFICATIONS: M.A. or Ph.D. in Archaeology, Anthropology, Native Cultures.  5+ years of administrative, archaeological, teaching, and museum experience; sensitivity to Native issues; NAGPRA experience; strong communication skills, collaborative style.  Excellent compensation/benefits.  EOE. Email resume, cover letter, 3 references, salary requirement by 4/2 to retained search firm:  SearchandRef@museum-search.com.  More details:http://www.museum-search.com/cms/Open_Searches.php. 

The Lindsay Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek, CA seeks a Director of Institutional Advancement (DIA). With an annual budget of $2.4 million and a staff of 40, the Lindsay fosters a deep connection between people and wildlife, forging a commitment to the welfare of the natural world. Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the senior management team, the DIA is responsible for the design, implementation and management of a diversified set of marketing and resource-development strategies to support the sustainability and growth of the Lindsay’s programs. The DIA has responsibility for building the Lindsay’s ongoing base of private support from individuals, foundations and corporations, and continuing to expand the museum's audience and visibility. This individual will lead a development effort that includes unrestricted funds, restricted program funds, capital funding and building the institutional endowment. Please visit http://leynabernstein.com/docs/Director_of_Institutional_Advancement,_Lindsay_Wildlife_Museum.pdf for the full job posting.

The Palm Springs Art Museum seeks an Assistant Curator. The position will assist the curatorial staff to develop a program of exhibitions and installations for our new facility in Palm Desert.  Additionally, he/she will also be expected to contribute to all aspects of departmental operations.  The Assistant Curator will be expected to maintain and develop his or her scholarly expertise and contacts. The desirable candidate will have expertise in art made after 1950 and have a familiarity with video and new media.  An MA is required, in addition to relevant work experience of at least two years.  Strong interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication; computer literacy; and strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. The position requires working within a challenging environment that includes some evenings and weekends. Apply:  Human Resource Department at ntalley@psmuseum.org; fax – 760.322.4862; POB 2310 Palm Springs, CA  92263

The Nevada Museum of Art in Reno, Nevada seeks a full-time Major Gifts Director for the Advancement Department.  Specific duties: research, contact, cultivate, produce proposals and arrange for the solicitation of potential major gift donors on a national level in support of the Museum and its programs with a particular emphasis on Art + Environment. This person is expected to expand a donor caseload utilizing proven cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies with current and potential individual/corporate/foundation donors beyond Northern Nevada.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience in fundraising for the visual arts, preferably in a museum or other cultural organization and a thorough understanding of fundraising principles, techniques and ethics.  Finally, the successful candidate should have excellent verbal, analytical and research skills and good computer skills and knowledge of donor data base programs and Microsoft Office and Excel.  For a fuller description go tohttp://www.nevadaart.org/about/jobs-internships. This salaried 40 hours per four-day work week includes benefits. Interested applicants should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jes.stewart@nevadaart.org listing “Director of Major Gifts Application” in the subject line.  The Museum is an equal opportunity employer.

The University of Hawaii at Manoa, College of Arts and Humanities, Department of Art and Art History seeks a full-time, permanent, tenure track Assistant Specialist (Gallery Director), position number 83222, to oversee all aspects of its galleries.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  For details on duties and responsibilities; minimum and desirable qualifications; and specific application instructions, please visit the University of Hawaii’s jobsite:   http://workatuh.hawaii.edu.  Hire date of August 1, 2012, pending position clearance and availability of funds.

The Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, California seeks a part-time Museum Technician to assist in the Collections and Exhibitions Departments. Specific duties: Duties include cataloging and housing the art and object collection; preparing artifacts for display and assisting with exhibit installations; scanning art, assembling registration manuals, and packing art and artifacts for traveling exhibits. Qualifications: Masters degree in Museum Studies or related field with prior museum experience and knowledge of the PastPerfect collection software program is preferred. The applicant must have a broad knowledge of museum standards. And must be able to lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds, climb a ladder, and use hand tools, or be willing to learn those skills. This 32-hour-per-week position includes pro-rated benefits. Please email a resume and cover letter by February 15, 2012 to Nina@schulzmuseum.org with Museum Technician in the subject line.

The Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center seeks a Native Art Buyer. Working for the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and its support organization, the Anchorage Museum Association, means working with dynamic people and doing meaningful work for Anchorage's premier cultural hallmark. Under the direction of the Shop Manager, the Native Art Buyer purchases quality Native art and crafts specific to the Northern regions to include Alaska, Canada, Russia, and other circumpolar countries when appropriate for resale in the Anchorage Museum Shop. The position also provides proper documentation through artists’ biographies, labeling and display of objects, as well as showcasing of specific topics pertinent to a culture or lifestyle. To learn more, please log on to our website: www.anchoragemuseum.org and click on employment opportunities. All positions are open until filled.  AA/EOE

The Barona Cultural Museum seeks a Museum Educator. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director with oversight from the Director, the Museum Educator develops and implements educational programming for the Tribe and the public, including educational institutions and community organizations. The Museum Educator plans, organizes, and conducts public programming including field trips, tours, lectures, and other educational programs. Five years of progressively responsible museum education or in the public education field with experience in multicultural settings. Extensive knowledge of museum or general educational programs for children and families required. Master’s degree in education or museum studies preferred; or a bachelor’s degree in related field. Deadline: January 27th. How To Apply: Please submit your resume to hr@barona-nsn.gov or obtain a job application from the front desk at the Barona Tribal Government Building. If you have any questions regarding the current job opening please feel free to contact Human Resources at: (619) 390-2163.