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The 2006 Utah Museum Survey has recently been published. For a complete copy, go to Museum Services on the main menu.

Positions Available

Anthropology Collections Manager

Anthropology Collections Manager
Utah Museum Of Natural History
Full-Time, Salary Range: $31,018 to $49,628

Supervises the care, management, development and proper utilization of
Museum anthropology collections. Manages staff, students and volunteers;
administers budgets and grants; and offers general collection support to the
Museum, other institutions and agencies

A Bachelors degree; Advanced degree in Museum Studies, Museum Science, or 5-7 years of
experience in museum collection management; demonstrated oral and written communication skills; good organizational and interpersonal communication skills

Please go to www.utah.edu, click on Employment in the top right corner and search by Job ID: 29902
Job Closing Date: This job closes on 09/17/2007.

Archaeology Project Coordinator

Utah Museum of Natural History
Part-Time, $10 to $15/per hour

Develop and edit content for an on-line training course based on the Intrigue of the Past curriculum; also work in partnership with the Utah Education Network to adapt the content into the online format.

Prefer BS degree in archaeology; knowledge and experience in Utah archaeology; good writing skills; excellent organizational skills; demonstrate ability to work independently and reliably.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to:
Ephriam D. Dickson III, Directory of Education, Utah Museum of Natural History, 1390 E. President’s Circle,
Salt Lake City, UT 84112, FAX: (801) 585-6310, E-mail: edickson@umnh.utah.edu

Job closes on September 8, 2007

Curator of Contemporary Art & Photography

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts will appoint a dynamic curator and scholar to the new position of Curator of Contemporary Art & Photography. Minimum Requirements: Advanced degree in the history of art or related studies required (Ph.D. preferable). Three to five years museum experience or the equivalent highly preferred; strong contacts in International and American contemporary art circles are a major plus. Work Schedule: Full time, 35 hours per week. Interviews begin: June 2007.

To apply: Candidate should apply via the University of Utah’s Human Resources web site: http://www.hr.utah.edu/careers

Development Officer
Full-Time

This senior position supports the Utah Museum of Fine Arts’ development program. Under the direction of the Director of Development and External Relations, administers all development activities involved with the solicitation of sponsorships and grants from corporations, foundations and government agencies.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, English or a related field and/or a minimum of three years of proven experience in grant writing and fund raising, preferably for an arts or cultural organization. Candidates must demonstrate effective written and verbal communications skills as well as a high level of organization and initiative.

To apply:
Candidate should submit an application via the University of Utah’s Human Resources web site, located at www.hr.utah.edu/careers/

Special Exhibition Project Manager

The Project Manager will coordinate all museum activities relating to hosting the exhibition on view June 22 – September 21, 2008. This exhibition will be the first “blockbuster” exhibition for the Museum and will require research, collaboration and development among staff and university personnelThe target audience will include the community, state and region due to the rare opportunity to view works included in the exhibition.
Requirements and Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is required.
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Three to five years of equivalent project management experience.
Experience with coordinating traveling exhibitions is preferred.
Ability to provide direction, leadership and/or management to diverse groups involved with the exhibition. (employees, administration, boards, donors and volunteers)

The position will begin immediately and extend through October, 2008. Salary depends upon the applicant's background and experience. To apply: Candidate should submit an application via the University of Utah’s Human Resources web site, located at www.hr.utah.edu/careers/


Art-in-a-Box Program Coordinator

This position is responsible for implementing the Art in a Box outreach program for elementary classrooms throughout the state. Responsibilities include implementing current outreach program, recruiting teachers to participate, coordinating classes in selected counties, scheduling and facilitating teacher workshops, teaching classes statewide, and maintaining a database of all participants. This is a 100% FTE position that reports to the Education Curator. Extensive travel with occasional overnight commitments is required.

An associate or bachelor's degree in art, art history, education, or related field. Excellent organization and communication skills and customer service required. Own transportation required. Knowledge of Filemaker Pro is critical for maintaining outreach program database. Teaching experience preferred.

To apply: Candidate should submit an application via the University of Utah’s Human Resources web site, located at www.hr.utah.edu/careers/

Youth Education Specialist
Red Butte garden & Arboretum
20-30 hours per week (some weekends), $6.95 to $11.13/per hour

Leading birthday parties, assisting the Youth and Family Programs manager, and helping with summer camps, youth classes, and festivals.

High School graduate; able to work weekends; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills; as well as the ability to work independently. Successful candidates will have previous experience working with children and feel comfortable working in an outdoor setting.

Contact: Melinda Moffitt, Melinda.moffitt@redbutte, utah.edu, (801) 581-8424
Job closes on September 5, 2007

Curator Position Available

The Kimball Art Center in Park City has a position open for a full-time curator.  The job is a full time position with full benefits. The salary range is between $30,000-$42,000, depending on experience. Responsibilities: 1.  Select, with Director’s assistance and final approval, all exhibitions in the three galleries; 2.  Prepare all text associated with exhibition; 3.  Install all exhibitions with assistance when needed; 4.  Work with Education Director on all education packages.

Contact: (435) 649-8882

Immediate Hire: Director of Development

The Leonardo—Art, Culture, and Science Center

The Development Director Position is a critical senior management position at The Leonardo. As part of the management team, the Development Director reports to the Executive Director and works collaboratively with the management team to develop and execute The Leonardo’s strategic plan for fundraising and organizational sustainability. For the first time in our history, we are hiring this position, looking for a dynamic, creative, and experienced fundraising professional to take us through the end of the capital campaign to a strategic operational fundraising program.

For more information, contact: mtull@theleonardo.org

Museum Director (Appointed Position) - Uintah County

An application or resume may be submitted by mail, fax, e-mail, or in person. Mailing address:

Uintah County Human Resources
152 E. 100 N.
Vernal, Utah 84078
(Fax #: 435-781-5441, E-mail: resume@co.uintah.ut.us).

Open until filled.

 

 
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