Course Advisor
Curator
Course Advisor, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description:
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.A Day in the Life of a Curator
Provide information from the institution’s holdings to other curators and to the public.Inspect premises to assess the need for repairs and to ensure that climate and pest control issues are addressed.Develop and maintain an institution’s registration, cataloging, and basic record-keeping systems, using computer databases.Negotiate and authorize purchase, sale, exchange, or loan of collections.Plan and organize the acquisition, storage, and exhibition of collections and related materials, including the selection of exhibition themes and designs, and develop or install exhibit materials.Study, examine, and test acquisitions to authenticate their origin, composition, history, and to assess their current value.Job Skills
Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Complex Problem Solving : Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Minimum Requirements
Curators are expected to have a relevant educational background and experience in the field.
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Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.A Day in the Life of a Curator
Provide information from the institution’s holdings to other curators and to the public.Inspect premises to assess the need for repairs and to ensure that climate and pest control issues are addressed.Develop and maintain an institution’s registration, cataloging, and basic record-keeping systems, using computer databases.Negotiate and authorize purchase, sale, exchange, or loan of collections.Plan and organize the acquisition, storage, and exhibition of collections and related materials, including the selection of exhibition themes and designs, and develop or install exhibit materials.Study, examine, and test acquisitions to authenticate their origin, composition, history, and to assess their current value.Job Skills
Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Complex Problem Solving : Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Minimum Requirements
Curators are expected to have a relevant educational background and experience in the field.
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