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Curator of Collections | Alpine, TX

March 19, 2026

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Curator of Collections

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Instructions to applicants	PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.
Job Title	Curator of Collections
Location	Alpine
Department	Museum Operations
Job No.	999289
Posting Date	03/19/2026
End Date
Until Filled	Yes
Appointment Date	04/01/2026
Salary	$56,000 Annual

Required	A bachelor’s degree is required in history, museum studies, art, or related field, along with knowledge of Texas history. A master’s degree in museum studies, history, art or related field is preferred. Minimum of three years’ curatorial experience. Knowledge and experience related to collections conservation and management. Demonstrated experience with exhibit development, design, installation and display. Demonstrated experience in object-based teaching and public tours. Exceptional written and verbal communications skill in English. Fluency is Spanish is desirable. Demonstrated ability in teamwork, followership and leadership. Demonstrated ability to work odd and non-standard hours. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Collections software, and basic computer web, email, and related software.
Preferred
Primary Responsibilities	Summary The CURATOR OF COLLECTIONS has a multi-dimensional role at the Museum of the Big Bend, essentially responsible for being a) the primary contact point and researcher at the MOBB for questions relating the history of the Big Bend region; b) maintaining, safeguarding, managing, studying, recording and interpreting the cultural and historical artifacts, documents, maps and other ephemera in the collections at the MOBB; and c) utilizing those collections, including the Yana and Marty Davis Map Collection, to help educate students and the general public in matters related to the history and unique nature of the Big Bend region of Texas and Mexico. Responsibilities Along with being knowledgeable about the history of the Big Bend region and the collections at the Museum of the Big Bend, including the Yana and Marty Davis Map Collection, the CURATOR OF COLLECTIONS is also responsible for: Organizing, developing, interpreting, displaying and promoting local and traveling exhibits that showcase the collections at the MOBB and the history of the Big Bend region. Training docents and conducting educational tours and public programs at the MOBB. Collaborating with other MOBB staff in promoting the museum’s goals. Helping students and researchers utilize the MOBB Collections. Maintaining the Accession Logs, Donor Files and associated collections documents at the MOBB, including those required by Sul Ross State University and the Texas Historical Commission. On the Sul Ross campus, maintaining a professional working relationship with the Chair of the History Department, the Head Archivist at the Archives of the Big Bend and the Director at the Center for Big Bend Studies. Working with local and regional historical organizations and commissions, including the Texas Historical Commission, the Brewster County Historical Commission, the Chief of Interpretation at both Big Bend National Park and the Fort Davis National Historical Site, Historic Alpine, and the Texas Map Society. Maintaining and monitoring the cleanliness, environmental conditions, lighting and safety of all the collections spaces associated with the MOBB. Maintaining and monitoring the cleanliness, environmental conditions, lighting and safety of all the public exhibit spaces in the main gallery at the MOBB Heritage (1936) building. Supervising MOBB student workers. Act as the Safety Officer and Security Officer at the MOBB. Assist the Director and other MOBB staff in all the general day-to-day running of the museum, including fundraising and promoting the museum. Occasional weekend and evening work required. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the Curator of Collections will often be required to stand, sit, walk, reach up, reach out, reach down, bend down, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb stairs and ladders, lift or handle heavy and odd-sized objects. They must also be able to use hand and power tools, speak or talk loudly, hear, work in confined spaces, have good depth perception, and not be afraid of heights. Be familiar with and able to wear and use all appropriate personnel safety gear. Reports to: Director, MOBB Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Other Information	An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/ The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU	Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border. What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve. Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students. From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals. For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.

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Letter of Recommendation (1)
Letter of Recommendation (2)
Letter of Recommendation (3)
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