What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator | Curator of Education position at South Dakota State University?
Working Title
Coordinator | Curator of Education
Posting Number
NFE01422P
Department
SDSU-SD Art Museum
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
The South Dakota Art Museum is offering an exciting career opportunity as a Coordinator – Curator of Education. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional to join us as this position is an integral part of the museum team. This is a new position devoted to actively supporting the mission of the South Dakota Art Museum by making the permanent collections and special exhibits accessible to all visitors and to audiences across the state through program development and facilitation. This is a 12 month, full-time, benefit-eligible position and reports to the Museum Director.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position provides leadership and vision for the development and implementation of accessible and inclusive programs at the Museum, virtual and offsite programs, and outreach activities that forward the mission of the Museum, meet goals to engage, entertain, and educate existing audiences, and reach new audiences across the state. The position cultivates strategic relationships across South Dakota (with schools, tribal organizations, community arts councils, and more) that result in participatory, relevant programming, community-centric collaborations, unique engagement opportunities, and partnerships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Art, Education, Museum Studies, or a related field completed by first day of employment.
- At least one year of experience in museum education, public programs, community engagement or related specialization, or classroom experience.
- Enthusiasm for learning and teaching about art, art history, and art techniques—including lecture, inquiry-based, and hands-on methods.
- Must be able to actively engage and entertain a variety of audiences as a program facilitator.
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including highly developed public speaking skills.
- Works well with teams and can establish and maintain close working relationships with colleagues and community members.
- Able to work independently.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, adjusting teaching and communication methods to accommodate for different learning styles.
- Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.
- Must be able to use a computer, printer, and phone daily.
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs. and stand for long periods.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Art History, Art, Education, Museum Studies, or a related field completed by first day of employment.
- At least three years of experience in museum education, public programs, community engagement or related specialization.
- Demonstrated experience, training, or certification in Visual Thinking Strategies.
BENEFITS:
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
01/20/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
02/25/2022
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity. Base salary is $44,200.
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with some evening and weekend hours as needed for programs and events.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
MUSEUM, UNIVERSITY, AND THE BROOKINGS COMMUNITY:
Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the South Dakota Art Museum serves the peoples and communities of the state and its visitors as South Dakota’s premier visual arts resource. With a goal to inspire creativity, connect people, and enrich lives through art, the Museum collects, preserves, exhibits, and interprets visual art to provide access and education, to foster appreciation of the visual arts for the people of South Dakota and its visitors. A reflection of the visual arts in South Dakota and surrounding regions, the museum’s extensive permanent collection is comprised of nearly 7,000 items ranging from paintings, works on paper, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics, including significant collections of American Indian art and artifacts. Seven galleries feature 8-12 new exhibits every year featuring a wide variety of artworks and themes, many with ties to South Dakota and others that bring international perspectives.
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures. South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.
Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.
The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school.
The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center, and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.
Affirmative Action Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Diversity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Chris Francis at Christopher.francis@sdstate.edu or 605-688-5895.
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