Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.
Shirley and Ralph Shapiro Director
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Shirley and Ralph Shapiro Director – Fowler Museum at UCLA
The Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) explores global arts and cultures with an emphasis on Africa, Asia, Pacific, and the Indigenous Americas, past and present. As a public arts unit within the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture (UCLA Arts), the Fowler Museum enhances understanding and appreciation of diverse peoples, cultures, and religions of the world through dynamic exhibitions, publications, and public programs informed by interdisciplinary approaches, scholarship, and perspectives of the cultures represented. Position Summary The Shirley and Ralph Shapiro Director (Director) will have overall operational responsibility for the Fowler Museum, staff, and activities in pursuit of its mission. The Director will serve as the chief spokesperson, representing the museum and fostering connections within the university and across the greater Los Angeles community while also maintaining an active presence in the museum and cultural community regionally and nationally. This individual will have responsibility for the museum’s exhibition, collection, scholarship, and programs. They will lead, mentor, and develop a collaborative team—consisting of the Deputy Director, Chief Curator, Director of Exhibitions, Director of Education and Interpretation, Director of Development, and Director of Communications and Engagement—while encouraging cross-departmental communication. Roles and Responsibilities Lead the strategic planning, direction, and implementation of the Fowler Museum as a public arts unit within UCLA Arts. Develop opportunities to support the Fowler Museum’s mandate as a teaching resource, providing oversight and management of senior staff. Prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all areas of the museum. Guide capital planning efforts to ensure the museum’s facilities needs are met. Build and maintain a high-performing team, set clear direction, and mentor senior management. Establish systems to track progress and measure operational effectiveness. Represent the museum on various councils and committees within the university. Qualifications Minimum requirement is a Master of Fine Arts degree or highest degree in a relevant field. Additional requirements include: Demonstrated achievement in museum leadership. Knowledge of art, artists, and curation. Experience building and mentoring teams, advancing diversity, and fundraising. Expertise in best practices and current museum standards. Experience working with Indigenous communities. Understanding of collections care and the importance of repatriation and restitution. To submit a cover letter including a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, curriculum vitae, and statement on contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), please visit the UC Recruit website.
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The Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) explores global arts and cultures with an emphasis on Africa, Asia, Pacific, and the Indigenous Americas, past and present. As a public arts unit within the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture (UCLA Arts), the Fowler Museum enhances understanding and appreciation of diverse peoples, cultures, and religions of the world through dynamic exhibitions, publications, and public programs informed by interdisciplinary approaches, scholarship, and perspectives of the cultures represented. Position Summary The Shirley and Ralph Shapiro Director (Director) will have overall operational responsibility for the Fowler Museum, staff, and activities in pursuit of its mission. The Director will serve as the chief spokesperson, representing the museum and fostering connections within the university and across the greater Los Angeles community while also maintaining an active presence in the museum and cultural community regionally and nationally. This individual will have responsibility for the museum’s exhibition, collection, scholarship, and programs. They will lead, mentor, and develop a collaborative team—consisting of the Deputy Director, Chief Curator, Director of Exhibitions, Director of Education and Interpretation, Director of Development, and Director of Communications and Engagement—while encouraging cross-departmental communication. Roles and Responsibilities Lead the strategic planning, direction, and implementation of the Fowler Museum as a public arts unit within UCLA Arts. Develop opportunities to support the Fowler Museum’s mandate as a teaching resource, providing oversight and management of senior staff. Prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all areas of the museum. Guide capital planning efforts to ensure the museum’s facilities needs are met. Build and maintain a high-performing team, set clear direction, and mentor senior management. Establish systems to track progress and measure operational effectiveness. Represent the museum on various councils and committees within the university. Qualifications Minimum requirement is a Master of Fine Arts degree or highest degree in a relevant field. Additional requirements include: Demonstrated achievement in museum leadership. Knowledge of art, artists, and curation. Experience building and mentoring teams, advancing diversity, and fundraising. Expertise in best practices and current museum standards. Experience working with Indigenous communities. Understanding of collections care and the importance of repatriation and restitution. To submit a cover letter including a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, curriculum vitae, and statement on contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), please visit the UC Recruit website.
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