WORKING IN NEW ZEALAND

Plans and organises museum and gallery collections.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• drafts collection policies, arranges acquisitions and collects objects
• liaises with other curators to arrange special exhibitions
• identifies and classifies specimens or objects and arranges restoration work
• examines items or arranges examinations to determine condition and authenticity
• organises and prepares displays including travelling or loan exhibitions
• initiates and maintains research programs, and assists other professionals on request
• supervises support staff and organises administrative duties associated with the use and care of the collections
• may lecture and write about the collections and answer public inquiries