Curator of Collections

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values : Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, 5901 MO Hwy 163, Columbia, MO 65203, and will work 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• As part of the Division of State Parks’ Cultural Resource Management (CRM) Program, this position serves as curator of Missouri State Parks’ archaeological collections.
• Lead ongoing collections cataloging and associated Re:discovery Proficio database management, including supervision of up to two part-time cataloging assistants.
• Process loans, transfers, accessions and de-accessions of artifacts in the collections.
• Work in collaboration with program and park staff to ensure proper care and cataloging of archaeological materials in collections and exhibits.
• Assist researchers, consultants, and tribal representatives with access to collections and/or guidance with processing collections from field projects.
• Assist the Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks with NAGPRA compliance efforts.
• Manage the operations of the collections curatorial building at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, including responsibility for building security/access, maintenance/cleaning, environmental controls, and supplies.
• Assist the CRM Program, as needed, with Division’s cultural resource trainings, conferences/ workshops, program initiatives, policy updates, and other program operations. Occasional travel to Missouri State Parks central office in Jefferson City may be required for program coordination.
• Occasional statewide travel required to work with collections at various Missouri State Parks.
• Attend meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops, as needed.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Attention to detail : Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Adaptability : Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• History and archaeology : Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and impact on particular civilization and cultures, and of preservation and archival techniques.
• Self management : Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Problem Solving : Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

(Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience)

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in archaeological collections management.
• Knowledge of archaeological methods and techniques, and experience with archaeological object identification, classification, and analysis.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, Re:discovery Proficio, ArcGIS, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity working with, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and the Missouri Unmarked Human Burial Statute (RSMo 194.400-194.410).
• Experience with osteological analysis desired.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here .

How we invest in you:

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

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• State of Missouri

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