Gallery Assistant Job at University of Texas at Austin
Job Posting Title:
Gallery Assistant
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Hiring Department:
Jack S Blanton Museum of Art
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
The Blanton Museum of Art is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in its working environment. The museum seeks an individual who pursues excellence through diversity at all levels and is committed to fostering an environment in which visitors, students, and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcome and can thrive.
Purpose
The purpose of this position is to protect the University’s collections and property, safeguard visitors and staff, ultimately ensuring a safe and pleasant visitor experience.
Responsibilities
Assist in the safety and security of the Blanton by monitoring and protecting the collection, visitors, galleries, and grounds. Provide clear guidance, direction, and information to ensure that all visitors have a positive experience and adhere to museum policies.
Perform interior patrols of museum galleries during museum public hours and maintain order I assigned areas, including monitoring access and egress points of the building, and addressing inappropriate behavior in a confident, calm, and friendly manner.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a courteous, friendly, and inclusive attitude.
Report any missing, damaged objects, or unusual conditions to supervisors. Reports any irregularities pertaining to building operations, safety or fire hazards during patrol of premises.
Serve as initial responder in the event of an emergency, know evacuation procedures and routes, and contacting a supervisor when appropriate. Act in a calm and decisive manner in assisting in the evacuation of the public and staff from the building during fire alarms or other emergencies.
Follow security procedures to assist in the opening and closing of the museum and assist in the activation and deactivation of some artworks.
Provide knowledge of museum exhibitions, events, and the surrounding area to visitors.
Document and report observed physical interactions with works of art by visitors.
Actively participate in training programs to improve knowledge of the museum, security best practices, and customer service skills.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
At least one year of previous experience in a museum or other cultural organization
Must enjoy working with the public
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Promotes collaborative climat4e that recognizes, celebrates and rewards diversity
Ability to deal calmly with a wide variety of people in varying, often stressful circumstances
Ability to calmly organize and effectively direct in emergency situations
Ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to multitask and prioritize duties within the galleries
Demonstrated professional demeanor and personal initiative
Must be able to walk and stand for several hours at a time
Occasional overtime to be worked with little to no advance notice
Schedule for position is Wednesday through Sunday; working holidays is a must.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Educational background or interest in the visual arts, history, or cultural and historic preservation of objects
Familiarity with the Blanton’s art collection
One to three years security experience in an art museum or general museum/gallery, or other cultural organization
Salary Range
$39,000
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a time
Work Shift
Wednesday through Sunday. Working holidays is a must.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.
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Gallery Assistant
-
Hiring Department:
Jack S Blanton Museum of Art
-
Position Open To:
All Applicants
-
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
-
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
-
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
-
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
-
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
-
Job Details:
General Notes
The Blanton Museum of Art is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in its working environment. The museum seeks an individual who pursues excellence through diversity at all levels and is committed to fostering an environment in which visitors, students, and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcome and can thrive.
Purpose
The purpose of this position is to protect the University’s collections and property, safeguard visitors and staff, ultimately ensuring a safe and pleasant visitor experience.
Responsibilities
Assist in the safety and security of the Blanton by monitoring and protecting the collection, visitors, galleries, and grounds. Provide clear guidance, direction, and information to ensure that all visitors have a positive experience and adhere to museum policies.
Perform interior patrols of museum galleries during museum public hours and maintain order I assigned areas, including monitoring access and egress points of the building, and addressing inappropriate behavior in a confident, calm, and friendly manner.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a courteous, friendly, and inclusive attitude.
Report any missing, damaged objects, or unusual conditions to supervisors. Reports any irregularities pertaining to building operations, safety or fire hazards during patrol of premises.
Serve as initial responder in the event of an emergency, know evacuation procedures and routes, and contacting a supervisor when appropriate. Act in a calm and decisive manner in assisting in the evacuation of the public and staff from the building during fire alarms or other emergencies.
Follow security procedures to assist in the opening and closing of the museum and assist in the activation and deactivation of some artworks.
Provide knowledge of museum exhibitions, events, and the surrounding area to visitors.
Document and report observed physical interactions with works of art by visitors.
Actively participate in training programs to improve knowledge of the museum, security best practices, and customer service skills.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
At least one year of previous experience in a museum or other cultural organization
Must enjoy working with the public
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Promotes collaborative climat4e that recognizes, celebrates and rewards diversity
Ability to deal calmly with a wide variety of people in varying, often stressful circumstances
Ability to calmly organize and effectively direct in emergency situations
Ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to multitask and prioritize duties within the galleries
Demonstrated professional demeanor and personal initiative
Must be able to walk and stand for several hours at a time
Occasional overtime to be worked with little to no advance notice
Schedule for position is Wednesday through Sunday; working holidays is a must.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Educational background or interest in the visual arts, history, or cultural and historic preservation of objects
Familiarity with the Blanton’s art collection
One to three years security experience in an art museum or general museum/gallery, or other cultural organization
Salary Range
$39,000
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a time
Work Shift
Wednesday through Sunday. Working holidays is a must.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
-
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
-
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
-
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
-
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
-
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
-
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
-
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.
Please Note :
caminobluff.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, caminobluff.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.