Curator of Exhibitions

610-253-1222 sigalmuseum.org
342 Northampton Street nchgspa.org
Easton, PA 18042

Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society
Curator of Exhibitions

Location: Easton, Pennsylvania
Position Title:  Curator of Exhibitions

Company Name:  Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society
Job Function:  Curator
Job Type: (20hrs/week)
Min Education:  MA or BA/BS with commensurate experience in collections management, curation, museum studies, conservation, preservation, archives, and/or exhibit design.
Min Experience:  3-5 Years
Required Travel:  10-20%
Compensation:  $25,000
Remote work is allowed when appropriate.
Reports to:  Executive Director 
Applications accepted until: October 1, 2022 interviews start immediately.

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the curator of exhibitions will develop mission-based exhibitions for a diverse audience at Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society (NCHGS) to include the Sigal Museum, 1753 Bachmann Publick House, Mixsell Illick House, Jacob Nicholas House, and Kressler Garden.

ABOUT NCHGS
Established in 1906, NCHGS is Northampton County, Pennsylvania’s leading institution of local history and is home to significant collections of pre-European settlement artifacts, decorative arts, textiles, farming implements, colonial furniture, and the award-winning Destination:
Northampton County exhibition which celebrates immigration, diversity, and community building. The Sigal Museum opened in the summer of 2010, offering guests interactive exhibits, self-guided and docent-led tours, special children’s programs, and a lecture series on local and
American history. It is one of four museums and historic sites operated by Northampton County
Historical and Genealogical Society in historic downtown Easton. The Sigal Museum is also home to the Jane S. Moyer Library, which provides a wealth of resources for students, scholars, and genealogical researchers.

The Charles Chrin Gallery at Sigal Museum serves as a showcase for rotating special exhibits that highlight collections of Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society and its partners. The upcoming Sigal Museum Family Room of hands-on, interactive history will host school groups and family activities, as well as Cops ‘N’ Kids Reading Room literacy programs.

NCHGS collaborates actively with local cultural and community organizations to enrich its exhibitions, programs, and events, and to enhance the quality of life in the Lehigh Valley. Groups include the NAACP, churches, temples, synagogues, LGBTQ community centers, institutions of higher learning, and many more. NCHGS is also the leader of the Lehigh Valley Passport to
History group, a partnership of over 50 museums, historical societies, and cultural organizations who have banded together to share resources.

Our Mission: We share the stories of Northampton County’s past to encourage personal reflection, community dialogue, and an understanding of history’s impact on our lives.

Our Vision: Through exploring local history, we will foster a more respectful, caring, and inclusive community.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

EXHIBITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research, design, create, fabricate, maintain, and install changing exhibitions that make the collections accessible to the general public, educate, and share compelling stories.
• Work with staff to create a five-year schedule of exhibitions.
• Coordinate exhibit projects and scheduling, label and panel creation, as well as outside contractors involved with exhibition installation.
• Oversees exhibition budget.
• Assist with exhibition-related marketing and social media content.
• Other duties as assigned.

VOLUNTEER/INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, train, supervise, and manage volunteers and interns to help with exhibition support and other strategic needs.
• Collaborate with museum store volunteers to develop exhibition-related materials for sale.
• Other duties as assigned.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with fellow staff members in education, collections, and public programming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Support the mission and vision of NCHGS as a collaborative team player and successfully represent NCHGS at networking events, meetings, and at professional presentations.
• Knowledge of current best practices and procedures for collections, exhibitions, and historic site management including museum ethics.
• Respect the diversity, equality, and dignity of all persons.
• Provide proactive and excellent written and oral communication including but not limited to, effectively listening to staff, members, donors, visitors, community members, and researchers, providing timely and accurate information, offering solutions, and ensuring follow up.
• General knowledge of American, Pennsylvanian, and/or local history.
• Knowledge of museum/archival software (PastPerfect preferred).
• Skilled in standard office equipment. Experience with computer design programs (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop) is a plus.
• Ability to assist in researching, writing, and managing grants.
• Work with staff to support the NCHGS strategic plan and exhibition plan.
• Offer excellent research, writing, and project management skills.
• Actively monitor the community for interests to inform future exhibitions and collaborations.
• Capable of seeing, walking, standing, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PPE must be worn when applicable. Must possess a valid driver’s license throughout employment. Must successfully pass all required child abuse and background checks

TO APPLY
Please submit resume, list of past exhibitions with photographs/video, and three references to
Andrew Glovas, Director of Operations at. No phone calls.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Easton, PA 18042: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Research: 1 year (Preferred)
• Project management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Easton, PA 18042