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The Nanticoke Indian Association Inc - Museum Curator The Museum Curator for the Nanticoke Indian Association, Inc. will serve as an ambassador of the Nanticoke Indian Museum, providing guided tours, educational presentations, and assisting with the preservation and interpretation of the Tribe’s rich cultural heritage. This role involves engaging with visitors, sharing knowledge about the Tribe’s history and culture, and contributing to the overall visitor experience. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, history, and cultural preservation. Key Responsibilities Administration (30%) Lead strategic planning for the museum, working with the Association’s Museum Committee to finalize a new Mission Statement and Collections and interpretive plans. Create policies that align the Museum’s collections and interpretive practice with professional standards. Recruit, manage, and train volunteers to staff the museum visitor desk and programming. Contribute to museum renovation planning. Manage the annual museum operating budget of roughly $200,000, with bookkeeping assistance. Identify and submit grant proposals that help the Museum meet its mission and sustainably expand its capacity. Collections (40%) Manage and grow Museum collections in accord with the Mission Statement and Collections Plan, including monitoring environmental and security conditions. Conduct or supervise inventory and enhance and reconcile collections documentation, including Past Perfect catalog records. Prioritize conservation needs and carry out small‑scale preventive care projects as funding allows. Further develop the collection through new acquisitions. Interpretation (30%) Work with existing partners and stakeholders, and cultivate new ones, to collaboratively develop new and engaging programming and exhibitions that connect with local residents, visiting tourists, and Nanticoke community members. Conceptualize an updated gallery space, with existing grant funding and an external design team. Contribute to Powwow and other event planning and staffing. Continuously expand knowledge of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe’s history, culture, and traditions through ongoing training and research. Desired Qualifications Master’s Degree in history, Indigenous Studies, Museum Studies, or a related field, and knowledge of or interest in the history and culture of the Nanticoke People. At least twelve months experience in paid curatorial or programming roles at museums, cultural centers, parks, or related institutions (may include time as full‑time or part‑time staff, as well as internships or fellowships). Experience in inventorying and/or cataloging collections as well as developing and delivering content through programming and/or exhibitions strongly preferred. Experience working with members of Tribal communities on cultural or environmental sector programs and/or projects. Proven self‑starter, problem‑solver, and goal‑driven professional with a record of meeting deadlines while managing multiple projects and tasks. Project management experience is a plus. Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in sharing information. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience building trusting and positive mutual relationships with diverse stakeholders and partners by exhibiting emotional intelligence and the receptive, empowering, diplomatic, and collaborative approaches required to thrive together. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive. Working knowledge of Past Perfect is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr H Net

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