Curator Quick Center Arts

Curator Of The Regina

A. Quick Center For The Arts

The Curator of the Regina

A. Quick Center for the Arts is responsible for the development, organization, and presentation of exhibitions and programs that support the mission of the Quick Center and the University. This position combines artistic vision, scholarly research, and administrative leadership to create dynamic, inclusive, and educational visual arts experiences for students, faculty, and the broader community.

Exhibition Development and Curation Collaborate closely with the Executive Director on visual arts initiatives and exhibition planning at the University. Conceptualize, research, and curate fine arts exhibitions, including temporary, traveling, and permanent installations. Plan and manage all aspects of exhibition scheduling, booking, installation, deinstallation, packing, and return of artworks. Install exhibitions in the Center's Atriums and the Dresser, Kenney, and Front Galleries.

Work to promote exhibitions and increase the Center's visibility locally, regionally, and nationally, in collaboration with marketing staff.

Collection Management Manage, document, and care for the University Art Collection, including maintaining accurate database and paper records. Ensure proper storage, conservation, and preservation of artworks in accordance with museum best practices. Recommend acquisitions, loans, and deaccession of artworks. Oversee all incoming and outgoing loans, including works by visiting artists and loans to approved institutions. Assume responsibility for all materials loaned to the Center for exhibition purposes.

Outreach, Education, and Public Engagement Plan and coordinate artist talks, lectures, tours, and public programs that engage the University and the larger community. Collaborate with the Arts Education Coordinator to develop educational activities and tours for students, faculty, local schools, and community groups. Respond to requests for artworks displayed in locations outside the Center on campus, including framing, installation, and recordkeeping.

Administrative and Operational Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Center's galleries. Maintain effective communication and professional relationships with university departments, artists, lenders, and the public. Ensure compliance with professional museum standards for exhibition development, collection care, and facilities management. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Master's degree in an arts-related field. Years of

Experience:

1 year of experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in museum exhibition development and curation. Knowledge of museum administration, including conservation and preservation standards and facilities management. Familiarity with current standards and best practices in museum education. Strong research skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective scholarly research. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with university personnel and the public.

Working Conditions /

Physical Requirements:

Must be comfortable on a ladder and able to lift 50 Ibs. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled Benefits (Download PDF reader) Abundance of Time off Tuition Remission 100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents 80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs) 50% for spouse (ground programs only) Full Benefit package 403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card Dental Insurance Employer Paid Life insurance Short-term Disability Employer Paid Long-term Disability Employee Assistance Program Other Perks Free access to campus fitness center 2 free Division 1 Men's Basketball Season tickets Golf course membership discount Other National and Local discounts available St.

Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

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