Gallery and Events Director
- Employer
- University of Central Missouri
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Aug 8, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Education, Education Administration & Leadership, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Arts Administration, Other Academic Affairs, Executive, Other Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Information
Position Information
Position Title Director, Gallery and Events Working Title Gallery and Events Director Department 220520-Art Gallery Pay Rate $5833.33/Monthly FTE 1.0 FLSA Exempt Position Number 998128 Classification CJS16 Special Instructions to Applicants:
A complete UCM electronic application of employment, cover letter and resume required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applicants for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
NOTE : A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status and people with disabilities.
This is a full-time benefits eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM . Working hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Occasional evenings and weekends Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 08/08/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose
1. Plan and implement a gallery exhibition program and lecture series, in collaboration with the faculty and Department Chair, which will allow the gallery to function as an important focus of
cultural endeavor for the department, the university, and the larger community it serves.
2. Serve as the Director of the Art Center Gallery under the administrative guidance of the
Department Chair and School Chair, to include: plan, document, and monitor the gallery budget.
Provide financial guidance to the Chair and Faculty regarding the status of accounts and approval
of expenses. Prepare annual budget reports and reconciliation to the chair and others, as
requested. Administer Office budget policies and procedures.
3. Plan and implement educational programs associated with the gallery and participating in Art &
Design activities, including providing information about the department and Gallery, and assisting
students.
4. Serve as the principal for all public relations for the School of Visual and Performing Arts
including writing press releases, media coverage, social media campaigns, and publicity. Education & Formal Training Master's degree (Specify field(s) of study below) Other Education & Formal Training
Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Master of Arts, or related field required.
Doctorate degree in Art History or related museum field preferred. Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Desktop Publishing, Web Page Maintenance, Other - Database management (e.g. Access), budget management software, PC & Mac computer literacy, and internet navigation. Experience
1. Two (2) years experience as a gallery director or professional curatorial experience required,
three years preferred.
2. One (1) year experience with budget operations or financial analysis required.
3. One (1) year experience with fundraising and/or grant writing required.
4. Extensive understanding and background in museums, galleries, art history,
studio art, or related fine art field required. Other Experience Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check, Driver's license Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Budget-related skills, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Management and/or administration skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Ability to interpret customer inquiries and make decisions to assist students properly and quickly.
Candidate must have experience in designing and hanging exhibitions and
must demonstrate imagination and creativity as well as strong leadership, interpersonal,
managerial and organizational skills. Specify sensory abilities: Physical & Environmental Factors: Lifting (weight) - 30 lbs Other Physical & Environmental Factors Lifting weight Special Working Conditions: Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions Other Special Working Conditions Ability to Keyboard Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title Director, Gallery and Events Working Title Gallery and Events Director Department 220520-Art Gallery Pay Rate $5833.33/Monthly FTE 1.0 FLSA Exempt Position Number 998128 Classification CJS16 Special Instructions to Applicants:
A complete UCM electronic application of employment, cover letter and resume required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applicants for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
NOTE : A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status and people with disabilities.
This is a full-time benefits eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM . Working hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Occasional evenings and weekends Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 08/08/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose
1. Plan and implement a gallery exhibition program and lecture series, in collaboration with the faculty and Department Chair, which will allow the gallery to function as an important focus of
cultural endeavor for the department, the university, and the larger community it serves.
2. Serve as the Director of the Art Center Gallery under the administrative guidance of the
Department Chair and School Chair, to include: plan, document, and monitor the gallery budget.
Provide financial guidance to the Chair and Faculty regarding the status of accounts and approval
of expenses. Prepare annual budget reports and reconciliation to the chair and others, as
requested. Administer Office budget policies and procedures.
3. Plan and implement educational programs associated with the gallery and participating in Art &
Design activities, including providing information about the department and Gallery, and assisting
students.
4. Serve as the principal for all public relations for the School of Visual and Performing Arts
including writing press releases, media coverage, social media campaigns, and publicity. Education & Formal Training Master's degree (Specify field(s) of study below) Other Education & Formal Training
Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Master of Arts, or related field required.
Doctorate degree in Art History or related museum field preferred. Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Desktop Publishing, Web Page Maintenance, Other - Database management (e.g. Access), budget management software, PC & Mac computer literacy, and internet navigation. Experience
1. Two (2) years experience as a gallery director or professional curatorial experience required,
three years preferred.
2. One (1) year experience with budget operations or financial analysis required.
3. One (1) year experience with fundraising and/or grant writing required.
4. Extensive understanding and background in museums, galleries, art history,
studio art, or related fine art field required. Other Experience Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check, Driver's license Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Budget-related skills, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Management and/or administration skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Ability to interpret customer inquiries and make decisions to assist students properly and quickly.
Candidate must have experience in designing and hanging exhibitions and
must demonstrate imagination and creativity as well as strong leadership, interpersonal,
managerial and organizational skills. Specify sensory abilities: Physical & Environmental Factors: Lifting (weight) - 30 lbs Other Physical & Environmental Factors Lifting weight Special Working Conditions: Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions Other Special Working Conditions Ability to Keyboard Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Company
The University of Central Missouri is an innovative school that offers a high-quality education while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country.
The University of Central Missouri believes its responsibility is to enrich each student’s perspective through a cumulative experience that starts with academic rigor and integrates applied learning and servant-leadership opportunities. Our model of continuous learning allows each student to find and fulfill his or her own sense of purpose. By engaging students with multiple sources of learning and creating a dynamic environment that encourages individuals to find their passions and reach beyond themselves, UCM prepares students by giving them knowledge and experiences that broaden and deepen their education so they may flourish in a world of accelerated change.
The University of Central Missouri has two campus locations, a site office at Whiteman Air Force Base and an online presence. Both UCM campuses are centrally located in Missouri, which means you're close to just about everything.
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