Curator for Academic Programs and Collections

Scripps College; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,805; Full time

Job summary

Scripps College is seeking a Gabrielle Jungels-Winkler Curator of Academic Programs and Collections. The Curator will support teaching and community engagement through our collections, integrate the collections into faculty courses, and lead initiatives involving students and the community. A Master’s degree and five years of curation or museum education experience are required. This full-time role offers a salary range of $30.00-$33.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in curation, museum education, or arts programming.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Experience managing multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work with faculty and staff to integrate collections into courses.
• Develop programs and exhibitions that support the curriculum.
• Manage internship and work-study programs.
• Curate exhibitions collaborating with Gallery staff.

Skills

Knowledge of best practices in curation

Research and writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE/GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Gabrielle Jungels-Winkler Curator of Academic Programs and Collections supports teaching, learning, and community engagement through the Scripps College collections managed by the Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery. Reporting to the Gabrielle Jungels-Winkler Director, the Curator works with faculty and Gallery staff to integrate the collections into courses, support research and teaching, and teach classes. The Curator also develops, manages, and implements initiatives that engage faculty, students, and the community, provide student mentorship and professional development, and position the Gallery and collections as a community resource. Additionally, the Curator researches the Scripps College collections, guides their long‑term growth, and contributes to their care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This information is intended to describe the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Other duties may be assigned.

Teaching, Learning, and Engagement

• Work with faculty, students, and staff to incorporate collections, exhibitions, and programs into teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Collaborate with Gallery staff to develop and maintain standards, workflows, policies, and procedures for teaching, research, and collection use.
• Plan and manage class visits and teach from the collections.
• Give tours of the Gallery, exhibitions, collections, and public art on campus.
• Develop programs, exhibitions, publications, and other initiatives that support the curriculum and engage the community.
• Manage internship and work‑study programs, including hiring, scheduling, and working with supervisors, in collaboration with staff.
• Supervise and mentor interns and students in curation, museum education, collections management, programming, and related areas.

Collections, Research, and Curation

• Collaborate with Gallery staff and other stakeholders to research, develop, and care for the collections.
• Research, propose, review, and facilitate acquisitions and deaccessions.
• Curate or co‑curate exhibitions in collaboration with Gallery staff and other partners.

Campus and External Relations

• Manage online communications to promote Gallery initiatives, share information and resources, and expand audience reach and engagement.
• Develop and manage Gallery student organizations.
• Build and maintain relationships with students, campus groups, faculty, alumni, and community partners.
• Build relationships with potential donors to support internships and other Gallery initiatives.
• Work with Gallery staff on fundraising, including donor relations, grant writing, and grant administration.
• Provide operational support for Gallery events as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in curation, collections management, and teaching.
• Strong research, writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Experience in curation, museum education, arts programming, or collections management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for a deadline‑oriented, creative, and academic environment.
• Ability to interact well with a variety of diverse constituents, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the general public.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and advance multiple concurrent projects, balancing short‑term deadlines with long‑term goals.
• Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in art, art history, museum studies, curatorial studies, or related field, with five years of experience in curation, museum education, arts programming, or collections management, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.

HOURS & CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS:

This is a regular status, full‑time, benefits‑eligible, non‑exempt position.

Work on evenings and weekends will be required on occasion to support special events.

The regular hours of this position are 8:00 am-5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Hours may vary due to the needs of the College or the department, including some over‑time and weekends as needed.

Hourly rate range: $30.00-$33.25. The hourly rate of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.