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Vice President, Curatorial & Exhibitions (Full Time)
Responsibilities
The Autry National Center invites applications for the position of Vice President, Curatorial & Exhibitions. The VP provides executive level oversight for the Autry’s intellectual vision, curatorial program, exhibitions and acquisitions. This individual needs to be a strategic thinker who can coalesce staff around a shared vision and who will convey this vision to the Autry’s public through the oversight of an ambitious program of exhibitions, new presentations of the permanent collection, scholarship, and interpretation. This individual must be able to successfully coordinate the timing, budget and personnel working on complex multi-year exhibition projects that further institutional strategic goals. As a member of the senior management team, takes a leadership role in establishing institutional policies, practices, and direction. Reports directly to the President and is a member of senior staff for the Autry National Center.Qualifications
Ph.D. in the field of art history, history, or anthropology and a minimum 8 years of proven and successful experience in academia or an institution that is nationally recognized in the field of museum operations and/or Western history. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to manage and lead a cohesive team that is able to deliver results, have exceptional planning and implementation skills, as well as outstanding leadership qualities and communication skills. -
Director of American Indian Collections (Full Time)
The Director of American Indian Collections has administrative responsibility for the curatorial program associated with the diverse American Indian holdings of the Autry National Center. The Director will provide leadership and direction in planning, developing, and implementing curatorial work expressed through exhibits, research, documentation, and publications.
Responsibilities
The Director will serve as the Autry’s lead curatorial representative to the American Indian communities, helping ensure that American Indian voice, sensibilities and concerns are appropriately reflected in Autry curatorial efforts. The Director will represent the Museum in contacts with professional organizations and the academic community. He or she will ensure timely publication of research, development of exhibits, public programs, and special events.Qualifications
- Ph.D. in a relevant field from an accredited University, with minimum five years of administrative, curatorial and/or academic experience is expected.
- Demonstrated achievement through publications and exhibit development in relevant areas required.
- Keen understanding of American Indian history and art, contemporary issues and concerns and the role that material culture plays in American Indian life
- Excellent verbal, presentation skillsQualified individuals from under-represented communities are encouraged to apply. Please include salary history when submitting your resume.
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Assistant Registrar, Loans & Exhibitions
Responsibilities
The Autry seeks an Assistant Registrar for Loans & Exhibitions within its Collections Management Department. Position reports to the Registrar for Loans and Exhibitions. The Assistant Registrar helps facilitate incoming and outgoing loan arrangements, coordinates the movement and handling of objects for exhibit installation/deinstallation, maintains lender relations with other institutions and individuals through written and oral communications, and coordinates the maintenance of the Collections Storage area. He/she manages the process of object unpacking/packing, condition reporting, and staging.Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in related field (Museum Studies, History, Anthropology, Conservation or Art/Art History) is required as well as:
- 2-3 years of prior collections management work experience, exhibition work preferred
- Working knowledge of museum registration methods
- The ability to effectively coordinate activities with other departments and outside organizations
- Demonstrated attention to detail and familiarity with art/artifact handling, packing, and shipping
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Program Manager (Full-Time)
Responsibilities
In this dynamic role you will be responsible for the research, creation and implementation of a wide range of public programming from lectures and scholarly symposia to Western History workshops to film screenings, festivals and concerts to support the Autry’s exhibitions, permanent collections and the museum’s mission to tell the stories of all the peoples of the American West.Essential functions include researching and contacting potential speakers and presenters; logistical planning and preparation for event production; coordination with technical AV staff for effective presentation; managerial oversight of outside contractors for catering and equipment rentals; and direct responsibility for running front of house at public events.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years event production experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in museum studies, education, history or related field. Master’s Degree preferred. The Programs Manager must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, be flexible, organized and sensitive to working with diverse audiences. The position requires flexible hours, including weekend and evening availability.
Application Information
Please mail or e-mail your résumé and letter of interest to:
Valerie Nelson
Human Resources
Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
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The Autry National Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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