Diversified Search Group
Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs, National Museum of African American H
Diversified Search Group, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs, National Museum of African American History and Culture
About the Smithsonian Institution and the National Museum of African American History and Culture
The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is the nation’s largest cultural destination devoted to exploring, documenting, and showcasing the African American story and its impact on American and world history.The Opportunity
The incumbent reports to the Director, Kevin Young, and serves as the Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs at NMAAHC with executive responsibilities for developing, directing, and managing the Museum’s departments of curatorial, research, and scholarship activities. This position represents the Museum on national and international levels and ensures appropriate interaction and collaboration with other Smithsonian Museums and offices.Candidate Profile
We recognize that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role. Ideal candidates will display the following professional skills and qualities:Passion for the Mission:
Fully embrace the mission of NMAAHC, understanding how historic stories and collections intersect with our contemporary world.Strategic Leadership and Management Acumen:
Minimum five to seven years of management experience in an art or history museum or institution of higher learning.Research, Scholarship, and Curatorial Affairs Leadership:
A sophisticated understanding of art, history, culture, and the collection and archiving of materials.Building Relationships and Using Influence:
Establish rapport and cultivate relationships across all levels of the Museum.Education:
Advanced degree (PhD or EdD preferred) in art history, history, museum administration, or commensurate experience.Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $170,000 - $185,000. Note: Washington, DC-area residency required. This position is NOT fully remote and consists of a hybrid in-office and remote work schedule.Contact
Koya Partners, the executive search firm, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. To express interest in this role please submit your materials
here
or email Stephen directly at smilbauer@koyapartners.com.NMAAHC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
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About the Smithsonian Institution and the National Museum of African American History and Culture
The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is the nation’s largest cultural destination devoted to exploring, documenting, and showcasing the African American story and its impact on American and world history.The Opportunity
The incumbent reports to the Director, Kevin Young, and serves as the Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs at NMAAHC with executive responsibilities for developing, directing, and managing the Museum’s departments of curatorial, research, and scholarship activities. This position represents the Museum on national and international levels and ensures appropriate interaction and collaboration with other Smithsonian Museums and offices.Candidate Profile
We recognize that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role. Ideal candidates will display the following professional skills and qualities:Passion for the Mission:
Fully embrace the mission of NMAAHC, understanding how historic stories and collections intersect with our contemporary world.Strategic Leadership and Management Acumen:
Minimum five to seven years of management experience in an art or history museum or institution of higher learning.Research, Scholarship, and Curatorial Affairs Leadership:
A sophisticated understanding of art, history, culture, and the collection and archiving of materials.Building Relationships and Using Influence:
Establish rapport and cultivate relationships across all levels of the Museum.Education:
Advanced degree (PhD or EdD preferred) in art history, history, museum administration, or commensurate experience.Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $170,000 - $185,000. Note: Washington, DC-area residency required. This position is NOT fully remote and consists of a hybrid in-office and remote work schedule.Contact
Koya Partners, the executive search firm, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. To express interest in this role please submit your materials
here
or email Stephen directly at smilbauer@koyapartners.com.NMAAHC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
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