Facility Manager - Pawnee Bill Ranch

Basic Purpose

Responsibilities for this position involve the development, care and management of the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum. This includes a museum, historic structures (including barns, home, log cabin, and blacksmith shop), livestock, and collections, including three-dimensional objects, documents, photographs, artwork, and electronic medium.

• Maintains a collection of various objects and materials of historic significance; analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the collection to identify collection priorities; develops and implements a collecting program to strengthen the collections; works with administrators and donors to build collections.
• Assesses the physical condition of the collection and establishes treatment priorities; evaluates environmental conditions for the proper exhibition and preservation of collections.
• Assesses the physical condition of the historic structures.
• Conducts research on collections and assists other researchers; performs appropriate conservation applications on collection items; organizes collection storage areas.
• Catalogues objects and maintains collection records; documents collections and provides for appropriate security.
• Initiates exhibit programs and provides topical outlines and research; coordinates implementation with administration, exhibit personnel and other curatorial staff.
• Develops and manages curatorial budget.
• Oversees the care and management of livestock on site, including bison and longhorn.
• Provides consultation to museums and historic sites regarding specialized curatorial methods; insures agency compliance with federal laws and regulations.
• Gives public presentations and prepares publications on the collections and historical topics related to the museum and mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society.
• Oversees the annual Wild West Show held on site.
• Manages a team that includes maintenance staff, a livestock and range manager, customer service representatives, and museum guides.

Education and experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in history, anthropology, museum studies or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of experience in the care and management of a historical collection for each year of the required education.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required at this level include basic knowledge of history, anthropology, archaeology, cultural material, and source material for performing research.

Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.