The Gulf Coast Museum of Art is seeking an experienced, creative, team-oriented and highly motivated individual to fill a new position of Curator of Collections and Exhibitions. The Gulf Coast Museum of Art is committed to collecting contemporary Florida artists and southeastern fine crafts and holds a collection of over 444 objects that includes outdoor sculpture, works on paper, paintings and drawings.

Responsibilities will include:

• Conducting research on the permanent collection, potential acquisitions and loans
• Writing catalogue essays and entries, wall labels, pamphlets and press releases, etc.
• Proposing, developing, and implementing a regular program of exhibitions from the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions for consideration of the Executive Director
• Building, refining and strengthening the permanent collection by researching and proposing new acquisitions
• Presenting gallery talks and public lectures
• Working with the Curator of Education to develop public programming related to all exhibitions and the docent program

• M.A degree preferably in art history and knowledge of Florida artists
• A minimum of five (5) years of curatorial experience
• Knowledge of museum practices
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Good management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Have a Valid Florida driver's license

Cover letter, resume, three writing samples and salary history and/or requirements should be sent by mail to Executive Director, Michelle Turman, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, FL 33778. Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2007 and will continue until the appointment has been made.