Position: Associate Curator of Adult Programs and Outreach
Hours: 40 hours per week
Benefits: Group health and access to a cafeteria plan after two months employment. Access to 401(k) after two months employment. Seven paid holidays per year. Paid time off accrued on a weekly basis, beginning from date of hire. Refer to Orlando Museum of Art Employee Handbook for details.
Reports to: Curator of Education
Classification under Wage and Hour Regulations: Exempt
General Description:
Development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of engaging and innovative programs (both in-house and outreach) for diverse adult and college audiences, as well as for visitors with disabilities, and all related administrative aspects.
Specific Tasks:
- Conceptualization, implementation, supervision, evaluation, and budget management of an annual schedule of in-house and outreach educational programs and services including, but not limited to, gallery tours, film programs, lectures, panel discussions, art appreciation classes, studio workshops, educational travel, and special educational events for adult and college audiences.
- Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate community access programs for adults and youth with disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with education and curatorial staff to ensure the best visitor experience with the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions, producing diverse strategies to meet needs of different audiences.
- Build enduring community partnerships and engage in collaborative programs with organizations that serve diverse audiences.
- Assist with docent training (the instruction and evaluation of new docents as well as the development of continuing education of existing docents).
- Assist with the development and implementation of Teacher Professional Development workshops.
- Develop themed tours for permanent and temporary exhibitions. Conduct inquiry-based tours for adults and students, and lectures and gallery talks as required or needed.
- Assist in development of promotional materials related to adult educational programming by working closely with the Curator of Education and the Marketing and Communications Manager.
- Assist in development of funding proposals related to educational programming by working closely with the Curator of Education and Director of Development.
- Manage processing and maintenance of registration records, handling of payments collected for these programs and compilation of information for billing, reports, and statistics related to attendance for adult and college programs.
- Assist education team with other programs as directed.
- Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Curator of Education.
Academic and Business Requirements:
- Master’s degree in art history, fine arts, museum education, museum studies or related field.
- 5-10 years museum experience developing and planning programs and managing individuals and projects. Background in fostering universal access for arts and cultural organizations.
- Extensive knowledge of art history and studio art, current museum teaching strategies and learning theory, public speaking experience.
Specific Skills and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to project passion about teaching and learning through art.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative and team-oriented, self-motivated and self-directed.
Outgoing, diplomatic, energetic, creative, flexible, and open to new ideas.
Exceptional administrative and organizational skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Proficiency with technology, mobile devices, social media, basic computer and office skills; Microsoft Office.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Positive attitude and sense of humor.
Physical Demands:
Stand F (Frequently)
Walk F (Frequently))
Sit F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering F (Frequently))
Reach Outward F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)
Climb N (Not Applicable)
Crawl N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)
Bend F (Frequently)
Lift/Carry
10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Work Environment: Office Setting
The Orlando Museum of Art reserves the right to alter the positions requirements based upon business necessity.
To apply, please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:
No phone calls.
The Orlando Museum of Art reserves the right to alter the positions requirements based upon business necessity.
Smoke and drug free workplace. A background check and drug test are required. Fingerprinting may be required.
EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)
The Orlando Museum of Art provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Museum does not unlawfully discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, veteran status, national origin, citizenship, or any other protected status. The Museum also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Finally, the Museum prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs. Individuals are hired based on their qualifications to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job for which they apply.
