Assistant Museum Director / Chief Curator

Are you ready to lead a passionate team, make history come alive, and drive innovation in museum exhibition and collection management? Join us at the Oshkosh Public Museum and be at the heart of preserving and presenting unique collections and captivating exhibitions! Here’s what you’ll embark on.

Exhibitions Maestro (35%):

• Lead the charge in developing multi-year exhibition schedules, policies, and best practices.
• Curate magnificent exhibitions from concept to reality – think research, scripting, installing, and just about everything in between!

Collections Guardian (30%):

• Champion the stewardship of our priceless collections. Oversee accessioning/deaccessioning, documentation, preservation, and legal compliance like a pro.
• Ensure all artifacts and items are lovingly cared for, documented, and preserved for future generations.

Museum Leadership Pro (25%):

• Be at the helm of our annual budgets, strategic plans, and capital improvement projects.
• Join forces with staff and community partners to create engaging programs and events that build strong community ties and loyal membership.

Fundraising Dynamo (10%):

• Collaborate on exciting fundraising initiatives, grant writing, and building great relationships with donors.
• Unlock resources and sponsorships that will help elevate the impact of OPM!

Bringing Expertise & Passion!

Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s in Museum Studies, History, Anthropology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years in professional museum roles, with a knack for curating and managing collections.
• Proven leadership in managing teams and budgets.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in collection management software like PastPerfect.
• Stellar research skills and the ability to inspire and engage various stakeholders.

Nifty Extras

• Grant writing, donor relations, and fund-raising chops.
• Digital curation skills to make online collections pop.
• Experience in visitor engagement, exhibit evaluation, and integrated media.

Be Part of a Vibrant Community!

The City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin (pop. 67,000) is an award-winning community in the heart of the Fox River Valley. Oshkosh offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.

Situated just off the Fox River near historic downtown Oshkosh, the Oshkosh Public Museum is an amazing resource for research and discovery that provides innovative exhibitions and educational programs, as well as an incredible rotation of engaging temporary exhibitions that will both inspire and entertain guests of all ages and interests.

If you are a visionary excited by engaging exhibitions and top-notch collections, let’s chat! This role offers independence, creativity, and a podium to steer the future of the Oshkosh Public Museum. Be the beacon of our mission!

Ready to Inspire? Apply Now! Head over to the City of Oshkosh website and apply HERE today!

Join a team that stands firm on being an equal opportunity employer. Let’s make Oshkosh an even better place to live! The future of our museum shines brightest with leaders like YOU!