Chief Curator

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing on the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Chief Curator provides leadership, vision, and direction for the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University through its exhibitions, interpretive materials, and collections. This role develops long-term, mission-oriented relationships with FIU faculty, artists, higher education institutions, the museum's Advisory Council, community members and organizations, museum colleagues, and collectors. The Chief Curator serves as a vocal and visible leader and public spokesperson and ambassador for the institution and its program.

• Envisions, develops, and implements an exhibition strategy that contributes to the Frost's reputation as a leader in the museum field and an asset to the region, state, and nation.
• Employ the highest standards for research and knowledge of art and best museum practice to develop and implement exhibitions that are timely, relevant, and encourage dialogues.
• Oversees all aspects of exhibition planning and implementation, including organization of in-house exhibitions, work with guest curators, and implement exhibition contracts.
• Preserves, interprets, and promotes the advancement and understanding of the Frost's collection through creative interpretation, exhibitions, and publications.
• Creates a collecting plan to guide acquisitions for growth of the permanent collection.
• Makes recommendations for the permanent collection, including accession/deaccession decisions and acquisition.
• Oversees and mentors department staff and interns, and makes staffing and hiring decisions for the department as needed.
• Develops and adheres to the annual curatorial department budget, demonstrating sound fiscal responsibility.
• Works with the Education department to develop exhibition interpretive materials including gallery guides, wall text, labels, website content, and catalog texts.
• Provides tours and gives interpretive exhibition talks to classes, visiting groups, and docents as necessary, as well as tours and presentations for faculty, students, and high-value donors on an as-needed basis.
• Works closely with the Director and Director of Development to identify, cultivate, and steward current and future museum patrons and donors.
• Works closely with the Grant Administrator to identify grants to support exhibitions, collections research, and other areas related to museum growth.
• Ensures the institution is adhering to American Alliance of Museums (AAM) standards for exhibitions, collections, and curatorial programming.
• Helps with the museum reaccreditation process.
• Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders, FIU faculty, artists, donors, collectors, and professional colleagues.
• Participates as a key member of the institution's leadership team, working collaboratively across departments to implement the museum's mission.
• Builds upon relationships with artists, gallerists, and museum professionals locally, nationally, and internationally to raise the profile of the museum, and mentor curatorial staff and students to do the same.
• Teaches courses related to exhibition planning or curatorial practices.
• Communicates and works with artists and other key collaborators to coordinate exhibits from initial planning stages through installation.
• Communicates with academic units of the university to build collaborative relationships for exhibitions.
• Engages with the art community by attending networking events, visiting artist studios, galleries, and museums.
• Participates in the Acquisitions Committee and assists in assessing potential donations.
• Makes recommendations for acquisitions.
• Works with special projects and develops and implements curatorial programs such as visiting artist programs or artist in residence programs.
• Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing.

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and seven (7) years' experience in a related field or a Master's degree and five (5) years' experience in a related field.
• Desired Qualifications: Museum curatorial experience with an established track record of exhibitions, professional publications, and active involvement in affiliate groups (AAMC, AAMG). Experience managing budgets. Knowledge in Art and Art History. Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.