Museum Manager (Local Government)
はくぶつかんかんりしゃ（ちほうこうきょうだんたい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
This occupation oversees the management of collections, exhibition planning, educational outreach, operational management, etc., at museums operated by local governments.
Description
Museum Managers (Local Government) serve as planning and operation leaders for museums operated by local governments, handling a wide range of tasks including collection management and preservation/restoration, exhibition planning, development and implementation of educational outreach programs, budget and financial management, facility management, and personnel development. To utilize regional cultural resources and promote tourism, they formulate and execute museum operation policies in collaboration with administrative departments, local residents, and other cultural facilities.
Future Outlook
As the importance of museums as regional cultural promotion and tourism resources increases, advancements in digitalization, regional collaboration, and visitor participatory programs will demand even greater expertise and management skills.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent communication skills / Good planning ability / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Event Response / Flexitime System / Local Government Employee / On-site Work / Weekends and Holidays
Career Path
Curator → Senior Curator → Acting Director → Director/Deputy Director → Cultural Promotion Department Manager → Local Government Culture Officer
Required Skills
Collection Management / Contract and Coordination Tasks / Cultural Property Protection / Educational Program Operations / Exhibition Planning / Financial Budget Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Digital Archiving / Marketing / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because preservation of collections and accurate management of documents are required. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to effectively collaborate and coordinate with diverse visitors and stakeholders. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and organizational management are important for exhibitions, events, budget management, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves office or museum interior work with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Curator Qualification
Aliases
- Assistant Museum Director
- Museum Manager
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- Administrative Staff
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