Exhibitions Coordinator/Facilities Manager at the Regina Gouger Miller
Gallery at Carnegie Mellon.
This is a summary statement of the responsibilities and qualifications for
this position.
Posting Date: Apr 22, 2004 Job Grade: 08
FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $27,129 - $51,065
Hiring Range: $27,129 - $31,000
Job Family: Administrative/Executive
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the daily coordination of exhibitions and
programs at the Regina Gouger Miller Gallery in the Purnell Center for the
Arts. Manages 9000 square feet of gallery facilities, capital equipment and
other inventories. Functions as the liaison to outside contractors and
vendors for the maintenance and upgrade of facilities, equipment and
inventories. Supervises and accommodates all exhibiting artists, artists in
residence, guest lecturers, and performers. Directs all work-study
students, interns and volunteers in their various roles in gallery
docent/security and (de-) installation staff. Responsible for the security
of artwork and safety issues in the gallery. Assists gallery director to
ensure smooth operations of all gallery programs and public relations.
Requires extensive knowledge of art gallery operations and facilities
management, and some knowledge of university policies, marketing and
financial accounting. Reports to the gallery director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of (Fine) Arts or related field or equivalent combination of
training and experience; Drivers License; three or more years in a related
arts registration or facilities management position including some
supervisory experience; extensive knowledge of art gallery operations and
contemporary art field; broad understanding of art exhibition practices
including the use of innovative technologies; excellent written and verbal
communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to communicate
effectively with creative individuals from a variety of cultures and
backgrounds; experience with design, printing, and mailing practices;
knowledge of registration methods, crating, shipping and insuring art;
familiarity with US. Custom and Copyright issues and laws; ability to
handle art professionally and with archival issues in mind; financial
accounting and bookkeeping skills; computer literacy and familiarity with
e-mail and Internet; proficiency in PC & MAC macromedia suite, adobe
creative suite and Microsoft office suite; broad knowledge and skills using
and maintaining audio and video equipment and wiring, including
multi-channel DVD, VHS, digital BETA; mastery of building construction
methods and skills; familiarity with power tools and their safe use;
ability to create documentation of exhibitions in 35 mm, digital and
written formats; ability to work independently, deal with frequent changes,
work under pressure, pay attention to detail, and meet deadlines; utilize
Oracle self-service applications; extremely mobile; monitors and maintains
space on three floors of 9000-sq feet building; requires frequent lifting
and moving of artwork, art displays and equipment; travel to campus and
community locations; work is often performed in office setting with close
contact to CRT for long periods of time; requires regular work in noisy
gallery and areas frequently freshly painted, sanded and or speckled with
tools (hammers, saws etc.) or electronic power tools (drills, sanders
etc.); requires operating of other equipment such as an access-master,
gallery light tracks, A-frame ladders and scaffolding; and the occasional
lifting of approximately 50 lbs; ability to work in a team effort and
collaborate effectively hands-on with creative artists, students,
administrators and the general public; ability to work under pressure to
meet inflexible deadlines; remain calm during difficult situations; balance
multiple activities simultaneously and solve problems; Weekend and evening
hours regularly required. Some travel to off campus vendors and
organizations, artist studios and galleries or museums. The successful
candidate must submit to a pre-employment work related exam and the
following background checks: Education Verification, Social Security Number
and County Criminal Report.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters in arts related field; experience in an academic setting or
gallery/art museum setting; web design and maintenance skills using
DreamWeaver; graphics packages such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator,
Filemaker Pro; familiarity with regional arts and cultural communities.
Please refer to Job Announcement Number 81068
when applying for this position.
Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and Carnegie Mellon
University is required not to discriminate in admission, employment or
administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex or disability in violation of Title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or other federal, state or
local laws or executive orders. Carnegie Mellon University makes every
effort to provide accessible facilities and programs for individuals with
disabilities.
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