Education Specialist - Museum conducts research activities concerned with educational programs and services in a museum. Creates and distributes educational materials and publications for museum visitors and may be responsible for conducting staff training sessions. Being an Education Specialist - Museum may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Education Specialist - Museum occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Education Specialist - Museum typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art (NEHMA) at Utah State University, Utah's only accredited museum for modern and contemporary art, seeks to hire multiple Museum Attendants for Spring 2024. This part-time position assists with the areas of Visitor Services, Gallery Security, and Educational Programming. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, greeting and directing visitors, processing sales in the museum store, ensuring the safety and security of artwork in the galleries, giving gallery tours, and assisting with Education Activities and other events.
US Work Authorization is Required.
Attendants typically rotate through assigned duties during their shifts such as monitoring the galleries, welcoming patrons at the front desk, and giving tours of the exhibitions. In addition to shifts during Museum hours, attendants are needed to work receptions, special events, and programming outside of normal hours. Some events take place off site and/or make use of NEHMA's Mobile Art Truck. A flexible schedule and willingness to occasionally work weekends and evenings is required.
Minimum qualifications:
Interest or background in the visual arts: Demonstrated passion or educational background in visual arts.
Strong interpersonal skills: Ability to engage with patrons by conducting tours, enforcing museum policies, and providing explanations effectively.
Exceptional social skills: Proficient in interacting with diverse demographics including strangers, children, and the elderly.
Reliability: Punctuality, consistency, and dependability in work attendance.
Weekend Availability: Must be available to work on weekends.
Willingness to support NEHMA staff: Assisting in various projects and events as required
Preferred qualifications:
Specialized experience: Background or expertise in art history, art education, or general art practices.
Experience with educational settings: Previous engagement with children or in an educational environment is advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Occasional night shifts: Ability to work occasional evenings when necessary.
Multilingual skills: Proficiency in a language other than English.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required for the role.
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The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.
The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art was founded in 1982 with the ceramics collection of philanthropist and namesake Nora Eccles Harrison. The Museum has since expanded to include over 5,500 modern and contemporary works emphasizing art from the Western United States. The Museum’s collection continues to grow with regular acquisitions. The Museum has a 26,000 sq. ft. facility with galleries spanning two floors with approximately 8,700 sq. ft. of exhibition space and an object research center with visible storage, a library, a café, and a museum store. The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art is a reporting unit to the Executive Vice President and Provost Office and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. For more information, please visit our website at https://artmuseum.usu.edu
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.
As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
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U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322
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