Assistant Curator

Brooklyn Public Library

5d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Brooklyn History (CBH) is seeking a full-time, grant-funded Assistant Curator for a three-year term to assist in developing a permanent, multi-floor exhibition dedicated to Brooklyn's history. This exhibition, scheduled to open in 2028, will explore Brooklyn's evolving communities, its role in American history, and its cultural and economic contributions. A dedicated children's section with interactive experiences will also be included. The Assistant Curator will contribute to the curatorial team by drawing on existing scholarship and current research, and by utilizing the Center for Brooklyn History's extensive collection of Brooklyn-related materials.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field (history, public history, collections management, museum studies) required.
3-5 years' experience with history exhibition curation.
Demonstrated experience writing for public audiences (with samples).
Strong organizational and task management skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team.
Demonstrated research engagement with topics, events, and themes in Brooklyn history.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree strongly preferred.
Experience in marketing and communications and/or professional project management experience preferred.
Record of published/peer-reviewed research preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing support in key curatorial areas, including conceptual and narrative mapping, drafting exhibition text, and conducting research.
Assist and advise throughout the exhibition design process.
Consult with experts and key stakeholders.
Handle object selection, curation, and storytelling.
Participate in exhibition marketing and communication.
Maintain the exhibition object checklist.
Manage the project timeline.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external partners to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
Work within the exhibitions team to maintain and optimize communications and workflow within CBH departments.
Help manage interns/part-time consultants working on the exhibition.
Perform other management tasks as they arise.