Collections Curator & Public Engagement

Historic Bethlehem Partnership; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Historic Bethlehem Partnership seeks a Curator of Collections and Engagement to care for HBMS collections and the research library while advancing community outreach. The role connects scholars, donors, and the public through presentations, tours, and interpretive content across HBMS sites.

Responsibilities include organizing collections per policy, expanding access, supervising volunteers, and developing engaging programs to support HBMS mission and Bethlehem history.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-degree in museum-related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with collections care, cataloguing, and public-facing research.
• Ability to develop interpretive content for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead care, organization, documentation, and access to HBMS collections and research library.
• Develop interpretive content, including labels, tours, and public programs.
• Plan and deliver public presentations, lectures, and behind-the-scenes experiences.
• Coordinate volunteers, site staff, and research tasks; engage donors and partners.

Skills

Public engagement

Research and writing

Interpretation of history

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Decorative Arts, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PastPerfect

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Historic Bethlehem Partnership seeks a Curator of Collections and Engagement to care for HBMS collections and the research library while advancing community outreach. The role connects scholars, donors, and the public through presentations, tours, and interpretive content across HBMS sites.

Responsibilities include organizing collections per policy, expanding access, supervising volunteers, and developing engaging programs to support HBMS mission and Bethlehem history.