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1. Cares for, coordinates, and facilitates access to the collection. 2. Discusses the condition and breadth of the collection with other Curators. 3. Decides on the organization of the collection. 4. Recommends acquisitions for the collection. 5. Recommends objects to be conserved and conservation priorities. 6. Supervises and administers the exhibitions of the collection. 7. Initiates the scholarly cataloging of objects in the collection. 8. Negotiates loans for objects. 9. Assists in formulation of policy regarding the collection. 10. Interprets the collection to assist scholars with research. Teaches and lectures in a specific subject area. 11. Assists in writing of grant proposals. 12. Supervises staff of exempt and non-exempt employees. 13. Promotes knowledge of the collection through writing, teaching and exhibitions. 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Independent and self-directed, with the ability to take initiative, anticipate actions needed, and to exercise discretion and independent judgment.

Required Skill/ability 2:  In possession of excellent interpersonal skills and superior organizational skills. An effective collaborator both within the department and in the larger Gallery environment, with a positive attitude that supports the department's and the Gallery's goals.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Ability to conduct original research, to write lucidly, and to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Preferred Education:  Ph.D. in art of the United States, Latin American art, or a related field. Experience with object care and handling; art market experience; experience of collaboration with painting or object conservation. Exhibition, publication, market, and teaching experience. Donor stewardship and public speaking experience. Spanish language mastery and record of scholarship in Latin American art history.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Curator 2

University Job Title:  Curator II

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Ph.D. in art of the United States, Latin American art, or a related field. Experience with object care and handling; art market experience; experience of collaboration with painting or object conservation. Exhibition, publication, market, and teaching experience. Donor stewardship and public speaking experience. Spanish language mastery and record of scholarship in Latin American art history.

Masters Degree in Art History and two years of curatorial experience or an equivalent education and experience.

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