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MUSEUM DIRECTOR AND CHIEF CURATOR - SFO (0941) Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal. Department: San Francisco International Airport Job class: 0941-Manager VI Starting salary range: $189,878.00 - $242,398.00 (Range A) Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean? Hours: Full-time About: San Francisco International Airport (SFO), an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, has a workforce of approximately 1,700 City employees and strives to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer. SFO’s mission is delivering an airport experience where people and our planet come first and our core values are Safety and Security, Teamwork, Excellence, Care, and Equity. APPOINTMENT TYPE : Permanent Exempt full-time: This position is exempt from Civil Service rules pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section 10.104 and serves at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. Specific information regarding this recruitment: Application Opening: May 13, 2024. Application Deadline: This position will be considered “open” until a final selection is made, but candidates are encouraged to apply immediately or by May 24, 2024 for optimal consideration. Compensation : $184,314 - $235,274 annually. Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Established in 1980 by the Airport Commission, SFO Museum’s mission is to delight, engage, and inspire a global audience with programming on a broad range of subjects; to collect, preserve, interpret, and share the history of commercial aviation; and to enrich the public experience at SFO. Today, SFO Museum features 25 galleries throughout the Airport terminals, which display a rotating schedule of art, history, science, and cultural exhibitions. SFO is seeking a seasoned Museum Director and Chief Curator to join a world-class organization. We are searching for a forward-thinking leader who has a passion for aviation and experience leading and managing new and existing museum programs. The Museum Director and Chief Curator for SFO Museum reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and is a member of the senior leadership team. This position has sole responsibility for all functions and activities of the Museum, including SFO Museum operations, oversight of curatorial staff and all exhibitions, and fiscal management. Duties & Responsibilities Museum Operations : Oversees and directs a program of over 30 exhibitions annually, including designing and installing all permanent and temporary exhibits. Coordinates workflow of SFO Museum. Manages budget and resource allocation. Collaborates with Airport staff and other CCSF departments, especially the San Francisco Arts Commission. Leadership : Promotes and provides visibility of the museum programs on local, national, and international levels. Meets with directors of cultural institutions and negotiates with other CCSF departments. How to qualify Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Art History, Art, Anthropology, Museum Administration, Museum Studies, or related field; and Experience: Five (5) years of managerial museum experience, including supervising staff. Substitution: Additional qualifying full-time work experience may substitute up to two (2) years of the required education. What you'll bring to SFO: Commitment to Artistic Excellence and Passion for the Arts : The ideal candidate is passionate and knowledgeable about the Museum’s collection and expanding the Museum’s lender base. Leadership : The ideal candidate is an exceptional leader who encourages teamwork and diversity. Strategic Visionary : The ideal candidate can conceptualize projects several years in advance. Financially Responsible : The ideal candidate can develop and analyze budget and funding needs. Excellent Communicator : The ideal candidate has outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience may result in disqualification. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance: Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check. What else should I know? Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement. Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: • Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Francisco International

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