Curator

State of Utah • Cedar City, UT

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Bring Frontier Homestead and southwest Utah pioneer history to life for school groups, families, and visitors. As Curator at Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, you will care for collections and exhibits, interpret the historic ruins at Old Iron Town, plan and deliver K–12 field trips, and support events such as Iron Mission Days. You work with the Park Manager, seasonal rangers, volunteers, and community partners. Days mix collections work, teaching at the museum and Old Iron Town, visitor services, and events. Field trip delivery is central—candidates must be effective with children and comfortable speaking in public, including in front of large groups.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in museum studies, history, public history, anthropology, archaeology, American studies, education (including elementary/secondary), interpretation, park/recreation management, or a related field; or equivalent education and experience.
• Proven ability to work with children and lead youth groups.
• Resume must show field trips, school programs, classroom teaching, or comparable K–12 education work.
• Ability to plan age-appropriate programs.
• Comfortable speaking in public and presenting to large groups.
• Ability to stand, walk uneven ground, lift 25–50 lbs., and work indoors and outdoors in heat and cold (museum and Old Iron Town).
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Reside in Utah and report to the park as required.

Nice To Haves

• Current State of Utah employees.
• Knowledge of State of Utah collections and museum requirements that apply to Division of State Parks.
• Bachelor’s or master’s in museum studies, history, education, curriculum, or related field.
• Curator, collections, or museum educator experience.
• Teaching credential and/or K–12 curriculum planning.
• Knowledge of Utah pioneer, Frontier Homestead, and Old Iron Town history.
• Museum best practices; volunteer supervision; grants and social media.
• Comfort leading groups at outdoor historic sites and in the museum.

Responsibilities

• Care for and present museum collections and indoor/outdoor exhibits.
• Interpret and support educational use of Old Iron Town.
• Plan and deliver K–12 field trips and other education programs aligned to Utah standards.
• Lead tours and hands-on activities for schools, youth, families, and visitors; speak confidently in public and to large groups.
• Develop programs, events, and interpretive materials for the museum and Old Iron Town.
• Train and schedule volunteers, interns, and seasonal staff.
• Assist with landscaping, janitorial duties and maintenance of artifacts, exhibits, historic structures, and museum grounds.
• Assist visitor services, gift shop, social media, and grants as needed.
• Support general park operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree