RISD Museum Programs Coordinator, Gallery Learning

Job Summary

The Museum Programs Coordinator completes a variety of administrative and operational duties to support educational programming for the RISD Museum. Additional daily tasks will include planning and execution, promotion, data collection and tracking, documentation, and evaluation. This role also schedules On-Call Educators and serves as their primary point of contact for program-related logistics and communication. Working under the guidance of the Assistant Director, Family and Teen Programs, the Coordinator participates in and facilitates programs as required. The successful candidate will thrive in a campus environment that is committed to advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, environmental and climate justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities.

The RISD Museum was founded on the belief that art, artists, and the institutions that support them play pivotal roles in promoting broad civic engagement and creating more open societies. Established in 1877 as part of a vibrant creative community, the RISD Museum stewards works of art representing diverse cultures from ancient times to the present and interprets our collection with a focus on the maker and deeply engages with art and artists.

Essential Functions

• With a detailed understanding of program areas, coordinate, schedule, and serve as primary point of contact for On-Call Educators, leveraging their skill sets and areas of expertise to identify and create programmatic synergies. Communicate with On-Call Educators about program goals, expected outcomes, and administrative-related needs. Serve as a key point person for internal staff on select programs related to scheduling, logistics, and relevant communications such as program promotion.
  
  
• Actively participate by providing logistical and other programmatic support and/or facilitate museum educational programs, as needed. Fully engage in Educational Department discussions and topics related to learning, teaching, and working with Museum audiences.
• Actively engage in program planning, as well as related documentation such as registration information, attendance, and other related data tracking. Provide pre-programmatic and day-of logistical and administrative support for events such as hands-on experiences, gallery activities, etc., including but not limited to: ordering, assembling, and distributing supplies and other programmatic materials; scheduling of event spaces and staff and ensuring sufficient room set-up; providing on-site support during registration and with other technological needs; and ensuring lesson plans are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
  
  
• Create content for website, social media, and other print and online marketing materials to promote programs, as requested. Actively participate in community outreach, including engaging in visit opportunities on RISD’s campus, as well as in local schools and youth organizations to promote programs and expand audiences, as needed.
  
  
• Utilize Museum software tools and systems (Altru, Museum Plus, TypeForm) and ensure timely and accurate data entry related to educational programs, including but not limited to calendar/web listings for events, event promotion, registration details, enrollment numbers, participant tracking.
  
  

Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Must recognize diversity and inclusion as central to excellence. Experience building connections and communicating effectively in both oral and written with faculty, staff, teachers, teens, parents and diverse external partners and organizations required. Proficiency with computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and database-related software required. Must demonstrate strong attention to detail. Ability to facilitate and deliver museum educational programs or not for credit instruction. Associate’s degree required. Minimum of two years working with a variety of audiences (teens, young people, etc.) required. At least one year of experience providing administrative and programmatic support required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree. Credentials in art and design or art and design education.

Aptitude for learning other design software and programs. Proficiency in creating and designing marketing and other promotional materials.

Union:

No



Work Schedule:

Part-time (18 hrs/week; 48 weeks/11mo.)



Employment Status:

Non-Exempt



Grade:

05/CT



Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume

Cover Letter

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.

The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

For internal use only - Job Family:

Museum Education