Curator

Pay Range Targeted salary up to $55,000 annually, depending on experience. Benefits Eligible Yes. Work Schedule Monday – Friday Standard / Fixed Schedule. Travel Not required. Position Introduction The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art seeks a dynamic Curator to serve as an ambassador for the museum, its collections, and curatorial practices. As a bridge between objects and visitors, the Curator will curate exhibits, engage communities with compelling narratives, and champion cultural stewardship. Within the Division of Museum Experiences, the Curator will develop a coherent intellectual and organizational approach to the Museum's collections, bringing depth and breadth of expertise to audiences including OU students, adult and family visitors from Norman and Oklahoma City, and state‑wide school‑age students. Responsibilities include organizing, presenting, and stewarding collections to enhance the Museum's Program and expand its impact and influence. The Curator reports to the Head of Museum Experiences and collaborates with museum educators, interpretation specialists, and visitor services staff. Key duties include contributing to the presentation of permanent gallery spaces, leading exhibitions, and shaping Program design as a member of the Program team. Coordination with the Division of Exhibitions and Collections Services ensures excellent stewardship of collections, galleries, and loaned artworks. Additional responsibilities involve partnering with External Affairs, Marketing and Communications, and the Museum's Director to promote the Museum’s mission. The Curator will network nationally and regionally, cultivate relationships with artists, designers, collectors, foundations, donors, and other professionals to advance collection development, audience engagement, financial sustainability, and special projects. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. 36 months of curatorial, librarian, museum registration, or academic experience working with historic or literary collections, manuscripts, artifacts, or memorabilia in a library, museum, educational, archives, or similar public institution. Equivalency / Substitution Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree for a total of 84 months of related experience. Required Certifications and Licenses Valid Driver's License. Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree in Art History or related field, plus curatorial expertise, enthusiasm, and passion for all areas of museum work. Experience managing a permanent collection, gallery spaces, writing gallery and online texts, and maintaining and improving curatorial records. Excellent literacy skills, outstanding verbal communication; able to write and speak in academic environments as well as in accessible language and formats for all visitors. Proven teamwork, partnership, and collaborative problem‑solving skills; colleagues would describe you as an excellent collaborator. Demonstrated honesty, pragmatism, and diligence in managing resources, both financial and human. Ability to work efficiently and productively within budget, briefs, and timeframes. Background Check Hiring contingent upon a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Oklahoma