Amerind Foundation Museum and Research Center
Associate Curator for Public Programs

Position Description
The Amerind Museum of Dragoon, Arizona, seeks a dynamic individual to serve as Associate Curator for Public Programs. Under the supervision of the Chief Curator and working with senior museum staff, the Associate Curator for Public Programs will have primary responsibility for developing, scheduling, implementing, and evaluating in-house public education programs that will complement the museum’s research and exhibition programs and will engage the needs of communities throughout southern Arizona. The successful candidate will be a creative thinker capable of conceptualizing and implementing a wide range of public program offerings.  Programs currently offered include workshops, cultural festivals, lectures, symposia, artist residencies, and gallery openings. We expect our public program offerings to increase significantly over the next 2-5 years. The Associate Curator for Public Programs may also be called on to assist with museum exhibitions, graphic design, educational and outreach programs, and other duties as assigned (the Amerind is a small museum and staff are called upon to wear many hats).

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in anthropology, museum studies, history, or related field.
Two to three years experience in museum programming, public programming, performing arts presentation, or related fields.
Skill and experience in interacting with the public in a high volume public contact setting.
Skill and experience working on cooperative, multidisciplinary, goal-oriented teams.
Ability to provide dynamic presentations and introductions of public events.
Skill in supervising part-time personnel and volunteers.
Skill in reading, writing, and editing standard English.
Availability to work some evenings and many weekends.

How to Apply
Applications should consist of a letter summarizing the applicant’s interests and qualifications, a copy of the applicant’s current curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Applications should be postmarked on or before March 1, 2012. Please send applications to:

The Amerind Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 400
Dragoon, AZ 85609
ATTN: Associate Curator for Public Programs

The Amerind Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse professional community and learning environment. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths and experience in this area.

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