Strategic Museum Director & Chief Curator

Colorado College

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Colorado College's Museum at the FAC seeks a Director & Chief Curator to provide visionary leadership for curatorial programs, collections stewardship, and staff management. The role combines academic engagement with external fundraising, community relations, and strategic planning to advance an ambitious exhibitions program and scholarly, community-focused initiatives.

The Director will guide budget decisions, collaborate with the Advancement and Marketing teams, and foster partnerships with

Qualifications

  • Senior museum leadership experience with a track record of strategy and operations.
  • Experience in collections stewardship, NAGPRA, and donor relations.
  • Ability to teach or work within an academic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and operational leadership for the museum department, including strategic planning and budgeting.
  • Lead, supervise, and evaluate museum staff and set goals across curatorial, collections, and exhibitions.
  • Oversee operations and annual budget in collaboration with budget managers.
  • Serve on the FAC senior leadership team to guide campus-wide priorities.
  • Direct a robust exhibition program and ensure alignment with curricular goals.

Skills

Leadership
Stakeholder engagement
Strategic planning
Teaching

Education

Master's degree in Art History or related field
8+ years museum/arts leadership experience

Job description

Colorado College's Museum at the FAC seeks a Director & Chief Curator to provide visionary leadership for curatorial programs, collections stewardship, and staff management. The role combines academic engagement with external fundraising, community relations, and strategic planning to advance an ambitious exhibitions program and scholarly, community-focused initiatives.

The Director will guide budget decisions, collaborate with the Advancement and Marketing teams, and foster partnerships with

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