Position is responsible for and in charge of developing complex museum publications and programs, marketing pieces, book publications

Responsible for managing administrative office, including telephone, correspondence, meeting schedules and payroll

Supervises, hires, coordinates and trains gallery attendants and volunteers

Monitors and prepares reports for database entry and grants and provides balance summaries

Identifies potential funding sources, writes grant proposals, details grant-related expenses

Processes billing and payments and personnel records; develops mailing lists for public outreach

Creates layout/design for museum publications, updates website and disseminates press releases and public service announcements to the Media

Works with museum team on strategic planning, creative marketing, developing exhibits, planning for new facility

Develops, organizes and coordinates museum programs including special events, managing guest speakers, developing artist residencies and children’s classes.

High school graduation and three (3) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrated knowledge of standard office practices and procedures; Business English, grammar, and composition including ability to write edit, and layout materials for the intended audience

Effective public relations, interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to create and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of individuals

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with graphic and web design software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Macromedia Contribute, Acrobat)

Proven organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail

Demonstrated supervisory skills with the ability to hire, train, schedule and supervise the work of others

Demonstrated skill in planning, scheduling, and coordinating meetings, tours, lectures, classes and events

Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment

Ability to create and design museum publications and promotional materials

Knowledge of or ability to learn grant writing practices and procedures (write detailed grant proposals; handle grant administration; expense tracking)

Ability to greet a diverse group of guests (students, faculty, staff, community members, visitors) with polished etiquette skills

Demonstrated skill in the operation of personal computers and related word processing, and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint) and standard office equipment; copiers, fax machine, multi-line phone with the ability to learn other software

Previous experience in a university environment and/or a museum

Familiarity with visual art and/or experience working with artists