Florida International University - Board of Trustees
Chief Curator - Frost Art Museum
Florida International University - Board of Trustees, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Opening ID
533064Location
Modesto A. Maidique CampusFull/Part Time
Full-TimeReview Date
08/20/2024Regular/Temporary
RegularAbout FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.Job Summary
Provides leadership, vision, and direction for the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University through its exhibitions, interpretive materials, and collections. Develops long term, mission-oriented relationships with FIU faculty, artists, higher education institutions, the museum's Advisory Council, community members and organizations, museum colleagues, and collectors. Serves as a vocal and visible leader and public spokesperson and ambassador for the institution and its program.Envisions, develops, and implements an exhibition strategy that contributes to the Frost's reputation as a leader in the museum field and an asset to the region, state, and nation.Employ the highest standards for research and knowledge of art and best museum practice to develop and implement exhibitions that are timely, relevant, and encourage dialogues.Oversees all aspects of exhibition planning and implementation, including organization of in-house exhibitions, work with guest curators, implement exhibition contracts. Works with communities that speak English and Spanish.Preserves, interprets, and promotes the advancement and understanding of the Frost's collection through creative interpretation, exhibitions, and publications.Creates collecting plan to guide acquisitions for growth of permanent collection.Makes recommendations for the permanent collection, including accession/deaccession decisions and acquisition. Serves as liaison to Advisory Council for Art Committee.Oversees and mentors department staff and interns, make staffing and hiring decisions for department as needed.Develops and adheres to annual curatorial department budget, demonstrate sound fiscal responsibility.Works with Education department to develop exhibition interpretive materials including gallery guides, wall text, labels, website content, and catalog texts. Performs thorough research on an academic- level for scheduled and potential exhibitions.Provides tours and gives interpretive exhibition talks to classes, visiting groups, and docents as necessary, as well as tours and presentations for faculty, students, and high-value donors on an as-needed basis.Works closely with the Director and Director of Development to identify, cultivate and steward current and future museum patrons and donors.Works closely with the Grant Administrator to identify grants to support exhibitions, collections research, and other areas related to museum growth.Ensure the institution is adhering to American Alliance of Museums(AAM) standards for exhibitions, collections, and curatorial programming. Help with museum reaccreditation process.Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders, FIU faculty, artists, donors, collectors, and professional colleagues.Participate as a key member of the institution's leadership team, works collaboratively across departments to implement the museum's mission.Build upon relationships with artists, gallerists, and museum professionals locally, nationally and internationally to raise the profile of the museum, and mentor curatorial staff and students to do the same.Teaches courses related to exhibition planning or curatorial practices.Communicates and works with artists and other key collaborators to coordinate exhibits from initial planning stages through installation. Communicates with academic units of the university to build collaborative relationships for exhibitions.Engages with the art community. Attends networking events, visits artist studios, galleries and museums.Participates in the Acquisitions Committee and assists in assessing potential donations. Makes recommendations for acquisitions.Works with special projects and develops and implements curatorial programs such as visiting artist programs or artist in residence program.Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related discipline and seven (7) years' experience in related field or a Master's degree and five (5) years' experience in related field.Desired Qualifications
Museum curatorial experience with an established track record of exhibitions, professional publications, and active involvement in affiliate groups (AAMC, AAMG).Experience managing budgets.Knowledge in Art and Art History.Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.Job Category
AdministrativeAdvertised Salary
$90,000-$95,000Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AMEnd time: 5:00 PMWorking Condition(s)
Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computerPre-Employment Requirements
Fingerprinting CheckExpanded Background CheckOther Information
Ability to travel locally and nationally.Ability to travel internationally.Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the UniversityHow To Apply
Prospective EmployeeIf you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications .To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.
Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.Disclosures
Clery NoticeIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at:
Annual Security Report .Pay TransparencyFlorida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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533064Location
Modesto A. Maidique CampusFull/Part Time
Full-TimeReview Date
08/20/2024Regular/Temporary
RegularAbout FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.Job Summary
Provides leadership, vision, and direction for the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University through its exhibitions, interpretive materials, and collections. Develops long term, mission-oriented relationships with FIU faculty, artists, higher education institutions, the museum's Advisory Council, community members and organizations, museum colleagues, and collectors. Serves as a vocal and visible leader and public spokesperson and ambassador for the institution and its program.Envisions, develops, and implements an exhibition strategy that contributes to the Frost's reputation as a leader in the museum field and an asset to the region, state, and nation.Employ the highest standards for research and knowledge of art and best museum practice to develop and implement exhibitions that are timely, relevant, and encourage dialogues.Oversees all aspects of exhibition planning and implementation, including organization of in-house exhibitions, work with guest curators, implement exhibition contracts. Works with communities that speak English and Spanish.Preserves, interprets, and promotes the advancement and understanding of the Frost's collection through creative interpretation, exhibitions, and publications.Creates collecting plan to guide acquisitions for growth of permanent collection.Makes recommendations for the permanent collection, including accession/deaccession decisions and acquisition. Serves as liaison to Advisory Council for Art Committee.Oversees and mentors department staff and interns, make staffing and hiring decisions for department as needed.Develops and adheres to annual curatorial department budget, demonstrate sound fiscal responsibility.Works with Education department to develop exhibition interpretive materials including gallery guides, wall text, labels, website content, and catalog texts. Performs thorough research on an academic- level for scheduled and potential exhibitions.Provides tours and gives interpretive exhibition talks to classes, visiting groups, and docents as necessary, as well as tours and presentations for faculty, students, and high-value donors on an as-needed basis.Works closely with the Director and Director of Development to identify, cultivate and steward current and future museum patrons and donors.Works closely with the Grant Administrator to identify grants to support exhibitions, collections research, and other areas related to museum growth.Ensure the institution is adhering to American Alliance of Museums(AAM) standards for exhibitions, collections, and curatorial programming. Help with museum reaccreditation process.Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders, FIU faculty, artists, donors, collectors, and professional colleagues.Participate as a key member of the institution's leadership team, works collaboratively across departments to implement the museum's mission.Build upon relationships with artists, gallerists, and museum professionals locally, nationally and internationally to raise the profile of the museum, and mentor curatorial staff and students to do the same.Teaches courses related to exhibition planning or curatorial practices.Communicates and works with artists and other key collaborators to coordinate exhibits from initial planning stages through installation. Communicates with academic units of the university to build collaborative relationships for exhibitions.Engages with the art community. Attends networking events, visits artist studios, galleries and museums.Participates in the Acquisitions Committee and assists in assessing potential donations. Makes recommendations for acquisitions.Works with special projects and develops and implements curatorial programs such as visiting artist programs or artist in residence program.Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related discipline and seven (7) years' experience in related field or a Master's degree and five (5) years' experience in related field.Desired Qualifications
Museum curatorial experience with an established track record of exhibitions, professional publications, and active involvement in affiliate groups (AAMC, AAMG).Experience managing budgets.Knowledge in Art and Art History.Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.Job Category
AdministrativeAdvertised Salary
$90,000-$95,000Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AMEnd time: 5:00 PMWorking Condition(s)
Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computerPre-Employment Requirements
Fingerprinting CheckExpanded Background CheckOther Information
Ability to travel locally and nationally.Ability to travel internationally.Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the UniversityHow To Apply
Prospective EmployeeIf you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications .To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.
Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.Disclosures
Clery NoticeIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at:
Annual Security Report .Pay TransparencyFlorida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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