Opportunity Details

The client is seeking a Director of Collections and Curatorial Affairs to provide overall leadership for collections stewardship and curatorial programming. This role typically oversees the care, management, and strategic direction of collections, helping ensure exhibitions and public-facing initiatives align with institutional goals and best practices in cultural heritage management.

The Director of Collections and Curatorial Affairs will be responsible for planning and guiding curatorial activities, including exhibition development and related interpretive work. The role also typically involves coordinating cross-functional teams, supporting policies and procedures for collections management, and contributing to long-term collection planning that supports sustainability, access, and appropriate documentation.

The ideal candidate will typically bring strong leadership skills and a background in collections management and curatorial practice, with demonstrated ability to manage priorities, stakeholders, and high standards for preservation and interpretation. Experience working with museum collections, curatorial development, and collaborative organizational planning is expected, along with a professional approach to quality, compliance, and effective communication in support of the client’s mission.