Top 15 Curator Jobs in Louisiana

Curator
The National World War II Museum Inc —New Orleans, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- 4 years
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
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Curator of Birds
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Zoo Keeper
Zoosiana —Broussard, LA
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Outdoor work
Zookeeper - Louisiana Swamp and Jaguar Jungle
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- Overtime
- 6 years
- Current TB test
- Heavy equipment operation
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Sea Lion Keeper
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Outlet Server - HRC New Orleans
Hard Rock Cafe New Orleans —New Orleans, LA
- Part-time
- Café
- Entry level
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BARTENDER
Hard Rock Cafe New Orleans —New Orleans, LA
- Part-time
- Bar
- Entry level
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Keeper Entomologist
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Anatomy knowledge
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
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Life Support Systems Technician
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Carpentry
- CPR Certification
- Anatomy knowledge
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Retail
Hard Rock Cafe New Orleans —New Orleans, LA
- Part-time
- Entry level
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Outlet Server - HRC New Orleans
141 Hard Rock Cafe International (STP) Inc —New Orleans, LA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Ability to sit for extended periods
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Cherry Coffee —New Orleans, LA
- $450 - $700 a week
- Part-time
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Associate Veterinarian Audubon Zoo
Audubon Institute —New Orleans, LA
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- COVID-19 protective measures
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Bartender - HRC New Orleans
Hard Rock Cafe New Orleans —New Orleans, LA
- Part-time
- Bar
- Entry level
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Curator

The National World War II Museum Inc -
New Orleans, LA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Archival material cataloging
Collection development
Committee work
Exhibit development experience
Lecture-based instruction
Program design
Digital cataloging
Academic research projects
Authoring academic publications
Educational events
Inventory records
Research articles
Funder relationship management
Moving
Tour guiding
Educational talks
Grant funding
Conducting guided tours
Exhibition planning
Cultural guided visit experience
Donor communication management
Fundraising
Master of Arts
Curatorial research
Conducting conference presentations
Project task coordination
Museum database software
Educational program planning
Instructional materials development
Collections management systems

Full Job Description

Description:

The National WWII Museum is currently seeking a Curator. Reporting to the Senior Curator and Director of Curatorial Affairs, the Curator is a vital member of the curatorial team and works closely with collections, archives, digitization, exhibits, and education staff members. The Curator participates in the research, proposal, and documentation of acquisitions; publication and presentation on the collection; and will serve as lead on exhibition projects, including the proposal of exhibition themes. This position requires extensive knowledge of WWII material culture, strong written and verbal communication skills, precise attention to detail, and the ability to communicate and work with both scholarly audiences and the general public. A demonstrated team player, the Curator must be able to work independently and collaboratively with a small staff and vigorous work schedule under the guidance of the Senior Curator and Director of Curatorial Affairs.

Requirements:

Collections

Work with the entire curatorial team on donor relations and regularly participate in the Museum’s Acquisition Review Committee
Evaluate, propose, and organize new collections to fill gaps within the Museum’s collection
Inventory, catalog, and document artifacts and archival items in the Museum’s collection management system (Ke EMu)
Research, compile, and prepare written information about collections for publication on the institution's website and other channels

Exhibits

Investigate and develop opportunities for temporary special exhibitions in support of the Museum’s mission, preparing exhibition proposals 3-4 years in advance for review and approval by department heads and by the President & CEO
Actively participate in the development of permanent exhibits and other special projects as needed
Select and prepare items for rotation in permanent exhibits across the Museum’s campus as assigned

Education/Programs

Work with members of Education to develop, produce, and analyze exhibition-related programming, educational materials, and didactics
Prepare and present lectures and other public programs
Conduct and/or organize tours, workshops, and instructional sessions to acquaint individuals with the Museum’s collections
Present on collections and exhibitions to the general public through gallery walks, print and online articles, media opportunities and other venues

Research

Conduct original research on the Museum collections and present and/or publish research in academic and scholarly venues and at appropriate conferences
Identify and coordinate research opportunities for scholars and students

Fundraising

Provide support in the preparation of grants and other funding proposals to generate revenue in support of curatorial, collections, and exhibit initiatives
Provide information, ideas, suggestions, and assistance to the Institutional Advancement department in the formulation of sponsorship packages for programs, events, exhibits, and other activities

Marketing and Communications

Provide information and assistance to Marketing and Communications department to develop communication and marketing materials and strategies regarding collections, exhibitions, and programs

Qualifications

MA in History, Museum Science or related specialty
Minimum of four years’ experience in a curatorial role at a history museum, cultural center, or similar institution
Extensive knowledge of the American Experience during World War II with emphasis on World War II-era material culture; specialization preferred
Thorough knowledge of cataloging procedures and standards with a demonstrated ability to work with computerized collections databases
Thorough understanding of best practices for collection stewardship
Exceptional research and verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work well with colleagues, other employees, donors, lenders, and guests
Willingness to work evenings or weekends during special events or heavy visitation periods
Willingness to participate in other duties of a manual nature such as moving and warehousing collections, installation of exhibits, and moving/driving macro-artifacts as required

In addition to offering competitive wages, the Museum’s benefits package includes:

Medical insurance – 2 plan options; Museum pays 75% of premium
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
401(k) – Museum matches 50% of employee contribution up to 6%; employer contribution full vested after 3 years of employment
Life insurance and AD&D - $15,000 policy employer paid; additional life and AD&D available
Long term disability insurance
Paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays per year
Free parking
Tuition assistance and professional development
Employee assistance program

The National WWII Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

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