Museum Curator/Collections Manager

Cocopah Casino; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cocopah Casino in Somerton, AZ seeks a Museum Curator/Collections Manager to oversee the museum's collections and daily operations, planning and implementing exhibitions under the Museum Manager.

The role emphasizes care and storage of artifacts, cataloging with Past Perfect, and collaboration with Elders Cultural Council. Fluency in English is required; Cocopah language is a plus, and travel and background checks are part of prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or related training in a relevant field.
• Two years of work or supervisory experience in a related field.
• Ability to organize, manage records, and work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Care for and store objects/specimens.
• Register and catalog items; provide year-end updates for archives.
• Advise the museum manager on collection status.
• Attend Elders Cultural Council meetings.
• Plan exhibits with staff and prepare artifacts for display.
• Participate in language, cultural, and oral history projects.
• Attend staff trainings and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Organization & time mgmt

Flexibility

Recordkeeping

English & Cocopah

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Job description

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Museum manager, the Museum Curator/Collections Manager is responsible for the management and daily operations of the museum’s collections. Plans and implements museum exhibitions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary responsibility for object/specimen care and storage.


• Registers and catalogs all items on the computer. Provides hard copy updates at the end of every calendar year to be stored in the museum’s archives. Proficiency in Past- Perfect Software.


• Advises the museum manager of any changes in the collections’ status.


• Attends & assists with the monthly Elders Cultural Council meetings.


• Plans exhibits with other museum staff and prepares relevant artifacts for exhibitions.


• Participates in language, cultural, and oral history preservation projects.


• Attends staff meetings, training, and workshops.


• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work well with others, including diverse personalities of museum visitors.


• Practice good organizational and time management skills.


• Be flexible and able to meet challenges as they arise.


• Competent in museum recordkeeping procedures.


• Fluency in English and the Cocopah languages is preferred.


• Spanish language fluency is also a plus.


• Ability to work with little supervision and bring an innovative approach to the work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer experience.


• Strong verbal and written communicative skills.


• Must be at least 21 years of age, required for GSA vehicle operation.


• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel for training and other business-related purposes.


• Must possess a current, valid Arizona Driver’s License.


• Must be able to undergo and pass a DPS/FBI fingerprint background investigation, and cannot have two (2) or more misdemeanors or felony convictions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in a related field or trade school, professional or technical certification, specialized training


• 2 years of work experience in a related field or 2 years of general or supervisory work experience

NATIVE AMERICAN AND CURRENT EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE POLICIES ARE APPLICABLE TO ALL POSITIONS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND ONGOING RANDOM DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTS.