Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at the Mississippi Museum of Art. The Museum has been a community-supported institution for more than 100 years and boasts a seasoned staff of museum professionals and fiscally responsible administrators, who work to ensure that the Museum’s exhibitions, programs, operations, and community outreach are the best fit for the art and the people of Mississippi.
The McNair-Davis Planetarium is a not-for-profit entity that is owned by the City of Jackson and is currently under the management of the Mississippi Museum of Art. Planetarium staff are considered employees of MMA.
Currently, we offer the following opportunities:
CHIEF CURATOR
The Chief Curator at the Mississippi Museum of Art is a seasoned art curator and member of the leadership team. They are an integral part of shaping the artistic vision, strategic priorities, and mission of the organization. Through leadership and collaboration, the Chief Curator supports acquisitions and develops exhibitions that center artists’ voices, lifts up marginalized histories, and explores new narratives. With a strong connection to the local community, state, and country, they lead MMA’s exhibition development plan with a focus on the visitor experience. They support MMA’s continued efforts to foster meaningful relationships and open dialogue with our diverse community, bringing relevant exhibitions to Mississippians that enable us to be a place for conversation, connection, and wonder. In addition, the Chief Curator works with the Director, their colleagues, and other partners to develop high quality exhibitions that travel from MMA and across the nation, putting MMA and Mississippi on a national platform. Full Details and Application Instructions
CHIEF EDUCATOR
The Mississippi Museum of Art is looking for a dynamic and experienced STEAM educator that can inspire learners of all ages. This person will be instrumental in working with the Director to shape the educational mission of the McNair-Davis Planetarium as a dynamic and community-driven hub for learning. Not only will they develop programming for a range of learners to foster curiosity and a love of science exploration, but they will also build relationships with local and state-wide schools and universities to engage teachers and students from pre-K to college. Full Details and Application Instructions
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
The Mississippi Museum of Art is looking for a seasoned Technical Director with experience in the planetarium industry. This person will be instrumental in successfully re-opening and operating the newly renovated three-story McNair-Davis Planetarium which includes a multi-purpose room for educational and programming opportunities, a space station, and an auditorium that accommodates 180 seats for dome shows. Full Details and Application Instructions
TEACHING FELLOW
The Museum is seeking ten undergraduate or graduate students to be a part of its 2026-2027 Teaching Fellows Program. The Teaching Fellows program is a paid student-guide initiative intended to bring together college students from five colleges and universities in the metro Jackson area (Jackson State University, Tougaloo College, Millsaps College, Belhaven University and Mississippi College) to engage with the Museum’s collection and to teach K-12 students who visit the Museum annually. Fellows will undergo training during the Fall 2026 semester led by museum educators, curators, and local academics. After the completion of training, Fellows will teach K-12 audiences in the Museum galleries during the Spring 2027 semester. This position is ideal for a person with an interest in museums, history, child development, or education, and it offers both course-credit through independent study and up to $4,000 throughout the fellowship (as earned through fulfilling hourly time commitments). Full Details and Application Instructions
The Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of its workplace environment that is diverse in every respect and welcomes all applicants for employment. The Museum is not a department or agency of the state or federal government.
