Job Description

AVAILABLE: Immediately. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

SALARY/RANK: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Museum Studies, Library Science, Art History, Anthropology, History, or a related field with an emphasis in collections management preferred. Experience with NAGPRA compliance. One (1) year of hands-on experience in collections management, including preventive conservation and collections management database oversight. Detail-oriented with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong Christian faith, a commitment to the University's Mission, and a demonstrated commitment to that faith, through his/her professional responsibilities, relationships and the mentoring of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Collections Manager/Special Collections Museum Curator is responsible for managing, preserving, and interpreting rare and unique collections, including Native American collections, in accordance with professional museum standards and the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This role involves curation, research, and public engagement to ensure the collection's integrity and accessibility.  Other responsibilities within the department may be assigned as needed.

THE UNIVERSITY: Waynesburg University is a Christian higher education institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs both on the Waynesburg Campus and in adult centers in the Pittsburgh region. Directed by its Christian values, the University provides opportunities for scholarship, leadership and service to all of our students through an academic foundation for life-long learning and compassionate contribution to others. Special care is taken to employ people who embody the values and perspectives of the institution in their teaching, their personal lives, and their relationships with students. Serving more than 1,100 students, the University is a member of the Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities (APCU). For further information on these organizations, please refer to their respective web pages.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Candidates must submit a resume/cv, letter of interest, along with a written statement that articulates how the candidate intends to demonstrate his/her Christian faith through the Mission of the University, his/her professional responsibilities, relationships and the mentoring of students. Also include names/addresses/phone numbers of five references. Include transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable initially).

Apply to:

Human Resources Office
Waynesburg University
51 West College Street
Waynesburg, PA 15370

(Email: hr@waynesburg.edu)

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