Director of the College of Design’s Goldstein Museum of Design
The Goldstein Museum of Design (GMD) is a comprehensive design museum located in the Midwest. The GMD director position offers an opportunity to support and enhance the growth of an emerging College of Design (CDES) with strengths in technology-based and community-engaged design. The position is located in the Goldstein Museum, within CDES at the University of Minnesota (UMN).
The GMD Director is responsible for providing strategic vision and effective management to a steadily evolving museum with an impressive international collection. The Director will collaborate to bring the museum into its next phase as a collegiate center, cooperating with programs and initiatives throughout the college, as well as with other museums and libraries in UMN and the broader community.
The GMD Director position is a 100%-time, 12-month academic administrative (P&A) appointment at the level of Museum Operations Manager 1 (9321MO). The appointment is annually renewable, depending on funding and performance. Anticipated salary range is $78,000 - $93,000 annually. This position currently supervises the GMD team consisting of four professional museum staff as well as graduate student staff. As Director, the position reports to the CDES Associate Dean for Research, Creative Scholarship, and Engagement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collections Development and Management (15%)
Oversee management of the GMD collections and their promotion through exhibitions, events, projects, publications, and support for teaching, which include: object acquisition; space and storage management; registration and cataloging; digitization and archiving; and deaccessioning as appropriate. - Exhibitions and Programs Management & Development (25%)
Serve as lead Curator, managing annual exhibitions and associated programming for GMD gallery spaces, collaborating with GMD Curator/s, guest curators, GMD Registrar/Exhibitions Coordinator, faculty, students, and staff. - Research, Teaching, and Internal Relationship Development & Management (15%)
Encourage, support, and contribute to scholarship on the collection. Integrate diverse perspectives in curriculum development, teaching, and program design. - Strategic Advancement, Operations, and Personnel Management (20%)
Lead visioning, long-term and strategic planning to accomplish the museum’s mission. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students, as well as with programs, projects, and initiatives. - Other duties, as assigned
Perform additional duties as assigned to serve GMD, CDES, and UMN.
REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications and Experience: BA/BS plus at least six years of experience, or master's degree plus at least four years of experience, or a terminal degree plus at least two years of experience in a similar position at a museum, gallery, or cultural institution.
Demonstrated knowledge of standards and best practices for museums, galleries, or similar organizations. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please apply through this link and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:
- CV
- Cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position (no more than 500 words)
- Diversity Statement (no more than 300 words)
- References
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
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