Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
annual leave
sick leave
Birthday leave
Bereavement leave
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
401k Match
Job Description
The Comanche National Museum & Cultural Center, located in Lawton, Oklahoma, is a prestigious institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history, culture, traditions, and fine arts of the Comanche Nation. Serving as a pivotal cultural and educational hub, the museum is committed to enhancing public understanding of Comanche heritage through carefully curated exhibitions, educational programs, and cultural initiatives. The museum has established itself as a respected community resource, bridging historical knowledge with contemporary relevance to ensure that the legacy of the Comanche people is honored and sustained for future generations.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- five years museum experience
- two years experience working for a tribal government
- valid Oklahoma driver's license
- ability to lift 25 lbs
- willingness to submit and pass drug test
- availability to work rotating Saturday shift and occasional evenings and holidays
- capacity to travel up to 25%
- strong communication skills
- leadership experience
- proficiency with social media
- adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
- demonstrated financial management skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in museum studies, anthropology, art history, conservation, or related field
- five years of museum experience
- two years of experience working for a tribal government
- proven leadership skills
- strong financial management abilities
- experience managing public programs and exhibitions
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- expertise in museum collections management
- proficient with social media platforms
- strategic planning capability
- ability to manage multiple projects
- valid Oklahoma driver's license
Job Duties
- Oversees day-to-day museum staff and activities
- develops cooperative and collaborative efforts with tribal, federal, state, and local agencies
- develops and manages contractual agreements for operations-related services
- maintains official records and documents
- ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
- informs administration and appropriate tribal departments regarding museum operations
- attends professional conferences, meetings, or seminars
- oversees day-to-day financial operations
- oversees and processes department payroll
- develops and implements financial management policies and procedures
- develops the annual operating budget and manages museum within an approved budget
- consults with tribal administrator and property and procurement regarding major financial issues
- assists in the completion of independent review audits
- hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates employees
- provides direction to employees by assigning responsibilities, delegating duties, and allocating tasks
- ensures organizational policies comply with employment regulations
- ensures employees are well-informed
- disciplines employees according to HR policies
- oversees marketing and public relations strategies
- promotes museum image to media and public
- promotes goals through relationships with community, tribal agencies, cultural organizations, and media
- monitors public perception
- utilizes social media platforms
- oversees implementation and management of collection-related policies and procedures
- ensures preservation and care of collections
- approves new acquisition purchases
- assists in planning and implementing educational and public programs
- develops networking relationships for education and programming
- assists in planning, designing, coordinating, and installing exhibitions
- develops networking relationships for exhibition activities
- oversees security and maintenance of property and equipment
- manages contractual agreements for security and maintenance
- greets visitors and directs inquiries
- prepares and participates in special events
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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