Museum Curator

Museum Curator National Navy SEAL Museum Fort Pierce, FL 34949 $60,000

• $70,000 a year
• Full-time $60,000
• $70,000 a year
• Full-time Job Overview Navy SEAL Museum Fort Pierce Curator

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Civilian Position Location:

Onsite, in person in

Fort Pierce, Florida Reports To:

Museum Executive Director/Assistant Executive Director Organization:

National Navy SEAL Museum Collaborative Partner Site:

Navy SEAL Museum, San Diego, California About the Organization The National Navy SEAL Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and honoring the heritage of Navy SEALs and their predecessors. Located in Fort Pierce, the birthplace of Navy Frogmen training, the Navy SEAL Museum Fort Pierce welcomes visitors from around the world and provides a meaningful and educational experience for all who enter. Position Summary The Curator of the National Navy SEAL Museum is responsible for the preservation, interpretation, and exhibition of artifacts and stories that honor the legacy, service, and sacrifice of Naval Special Warfare personnel. This role ensures that the Museum's collections and exhibits are historically accurate, engaging, and aligned with the mission to educate the public and preserve Navy SEAL history. Key Responsibilities Collections Management and Preservation Oversee the acquisition, cataloging, documentation, and care of all artifacts and archival materials Ensure proper storage, conservation, and handling in accordance with museum best practices Maintain and update the collections database and records Work with San Diego Museum as necessary to align exhibition messaging, ensure accurate historical presentation, coordinate joint standard documentation as feasible, and support inter-museum loans Exhibition Development and Interpretation Research, develop, curate, and update permanent and traveling exhibits that reflect the history of Naval Special Warfare Collaborate with designers, historians, archivists, and veterans to create compelling, immersive storytelling experiences Ensure historical accuracy and authenticity in all exhibits and interpretive materials Regularly review and update galleries to reflect evolving scholarship, declassified information, and community feedback Research and Historical Integrity Conduct ongoing research related to Navy SEAL history, operations, and personnel Serve as a subject matter resource for internal teams, board of directors, external partners, visiting researchers, documentarians, journalists, and partner organizations. Build relationships with veterans, historians, and donors to expand the Museum's knowledge base and collection Pursue and write grants to help facilitate special projects and exhibitions Donor and Artifact Acquisition Relations Cultivate relationships with donors, veterans, and families for artifact contributions Evaluate potential acquisitions for historical significance and relevance to the Museum's mission Coordinate and document artifact donations, including provenance and legal agreements Education and Public Engagement Support educational programming, tours, and public presentations Collaborate with the Executive and Marketing teams to develop content for exhibits, publications, and digital platforms Provide authoritative, engaging presentations for VIP visitors, donors, and NSW community delegations Participate in community outreach and special events Compliance and Standards Ensure adherence to ethical standards, legal requirements, and museum industry guidelines (export controls, firearms regulations, hazardous materials, copyright, donor/loan agreements) Develop and implement policies related to collections management and exhibitionsconsistent with

AAM/ICOM

standards and all applicable Navy/DoD and federal regulations including privacy and OPSEC Prepare and manage Fort Pierce curatorial and exhibition budgets Contribute to AAM accreditation and other professional review processes, sharing best practices and documentation with San Diego as useful

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, History, Public History, or a related field 3-5+ years of curatorial or collections management experience Experience with PastPerfect Collections Management Software Strong research, writing, and storytelling skills Knowledge of museum standards, conservation practices, and collections databases Excellent organizational and project management abilities

Preferred:

Experience with military history, particularly U.S. Navy and Special Operations Master's degree in a related field Experience working with veterans or military organizations Key Competencies Passion for preserving military history and honoring service members High level of integrity and respect when handling sensitive historical materials Strong collaboration and communication skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Work Environment Museum setting with both office and exhibit space responsibilities, indoors and outdoors Museum holding where artifacts are stored Occasional evening or weekend work for events and programs, such as Memorial Day, Muster, and special events and exhibitionsMay involve handling delicate or heavy artifacts This position may require travel to conventions, exhibitions, the San Diego Museum, and to meet with other collaborative partnerships/museums Mission Alignment This role is integral to preserving the legacy of Navy SEALs and their forerunners and ensuring their stories are told with honor, accuracy, and impact. The Curator plays a vital role in connecting visitors to the honor, courage, character, commitment, and sacrifice of Naval Special Warfare.

Pay:

$60,000.00

• $70,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person