Curatorial & Exhibitions Coordinator

Requisition Number: S2792P

Home Org Name: JCSM Operations Budget

Division Name: Jule Collins Smith Museum

Job Class Code: AB09

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

The Jule Collins Smith Museum at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Curatorial & Exhibitions Coordinator! The Curatorial and Exhibitions Coordinator provides curatorial and administrative support to expand art’s impact and grow and enrich the relationship of the museum with its communities, the region, and the state. Proactively organizes schedules and internal logistics, coordinates administrative processes, and researches, analyzes, and prepares reports. The Curatorial and Exhibitions Coordinator is a key member of the curatorial unit team, whose work supports the implementation of the Museum’s vision of a highly-creative, outward-facing, visitor-centered institution in service to the university, the region and the nation that welcomes everyone to explore, experience and engage with the visual arts.

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Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

• Reviews all curatorial and exhibition texts through drafting and proofreading text, labels, checklists, and other exhibition and collection materials.
• Coordinates and maintains curatorial documentation, including loan agreements and other records, both in hard copy and in the collection management system.
• Compiles, researches, and maintains interpretive information on the collection and temporary exhibitions. Archives exhibition-related materials such as installation images, didactic texts and any related correspondence. Drafts exhibition installation and logistics schedules. Maintains exhibition schedules.
• Coordinates appointments, meetings, and speaking engagements for the Director of Curatorial Affairs and the curatorial unit including university stakeholders. Schedules itineraries for on-and off-site meetings; makes arrangements for curatorial travel including hotel reservations, flights reservations, external meetings, programmatic event tickets, and all transit related matters and creates reimbursement documents.
• Creates presentation materials and other related documents.
• Organizes and schedules the unit’s meetings which topics may include exhibition planning, long-range and strategic planning, finance, and grant application.
• Assists in the preparation of departmental and curatorial supply chain optimization, supply budgets, and coordinates expenditures.
• Assists in preparation of the unit’s annual budget proposals and coordinates financial processing, record keeping, and other financial matters.
• Serves as a liaison between the museum and other units on campus, state agencies, and other external organizations as requested by the Director of Curatorial Affairs; liaises with other museum units; and collaborates with curatorial staff in planning presentations to museum staff and volunteers.
• Responds to research inquiries and other requests from institutions and the public; disseminates general information regarding museum and curatorial matters to the faculty, staff, students and members of the public.
• In the absence of Director of Curatorial Affairs, may supervise curatorial TES employees, volunteers, interns and work study students.
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the Director of Curatorial Affairs that may arise in the course of the museum’s development and needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Arts Education, Education, Museum, Cultural, and/or Visual Studies, Public Humanities, Cultural Studies, Museum Studies, Library Studies, or related field.

Experience:
2 years experience in curatorial research and/or art installations.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of best practices of museum policies and procedures.
• General knowledge and interest of Art and Art History, Arts Administration, Museum Practices.
• Working knowledge of basic art handling and installation methods.
• Knowledge of best practices in moving, archival storage, transportation to and from museum facilities and lenders. Knowledge of art materials, art techniques, art history, best museum professional standards and practices, and experienced in the proper handling of art objects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, contracts, resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of the archival methods and materials used in packing, storage, and moving of artworks and artifacts.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Minimum Technology Skills

• Advanced knowledge of basic computer software, e.g. Google suite (Calendar, Docs, & Sheets), Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Auburn University financial systems a plus.

Minimum License and Certifications

Valid Drivers License or ability to obtain valid driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong problem solving, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well and collaborate effectively with and/or manage a wide range of diverse audiences including colleagues, staff, funders, sponsors, and other constituencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Superior planning, organizational, financial and administrative skills with attention to detail, while incorporating the broader goals of the organization.
• Ability to strategize, and proactively set and meet goals. Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

Salary Range: $31,100-$43,500

Job Category: Arts/Museum

City position is located in

Auburn

State position is located

Alabama

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.