Oversee historical native north american art collections
Manage nagpra compliance and descendant partnerships
Plan and execute special exhibitions and installations
The role involves conceiving and realizing meaningful exhibitions while fostering deep partnerships with descendant communities and adhering to NAGPRA guidelines
Job Summary
The role involves conceiving and realizing meaningful exhibitions while fostering deep partnerships with descendant communities and adhering to NAGPRA guidelines.
Candidates must demonstrate a strong background in overseeing major collections of historical Native arts and have a history of scholarly publication.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers competitive compensation ranging from $120,000 to $165,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits including retirement matching and paid time off.
Matching Summary
The role involves conceiving and realizing meaningful exhibitions while fostering deep partnerships with descendant communities and adhering to NAGPRA guidelines.
Salary
Base: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 / Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) match, paid time off, commuter benefits
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Oversee historical Native North American art collections
Manage NAGPRA compliance and descendant partnerships
Plan and execute special exhibitions and installations
Conduct provenance research and scholarly publications
Cultivate donor relationships and community collaborations
Nice-to-have
Passion for inclusive access and dialogue
Experience with contemporary Indigenous art expressions
Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
Ability to mentor interns and fellows
Commitment to collaborative work environment
Key Requirements
MA in History of Art or related field required
PhD or ABD preferred
10 years relevant experience in museum or academic setting
Expertise in historical and contemporary Native arts
Demonstrated curatorial practice and scholarly contributions