jobs & internships

Architecture, Design & Graphics: Curatorial Internship - Spring

Position Purpose

• The purpose of this internship is to contribute to the curatorial department and gain practical hands-on knowledge of the Architecture, Design & Graphics department within the Denver Art Museum, a non-profit institution.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Engage in directed research on upcoming exhibitions
• Conduct research on recent and potential acquisitions for the permanent collection
• Upkeep of the archive files and other departmental resources
• Assist with special projects such as writing didactic materials as needed
• Address a wide range of issues related to the department

Job Qualifications

• Strong interest in design and/or curatorial practice
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Be able to work independently, thoroughly and with attention to detail
• Must have familiarity with academic research sites, such as JSTOR and Avery
• Familiarity with architecture and/or art historical works and terminology
• Comfort using university and public libraries
• Some graduate school experience preferred

Additional Information

This is a part-time internship with no compensation. It requires a 16 hr/week commitment April - June 2012. Due Date is Friday, March 2, 2012. Applicants must submit the following materials: resume; cover letter; a 150-200 word writing sample on a design or architectural related topic. Please email your information to Laura Bennison at lbennison@denverartmuseum.org.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 2, 2012

Assistant Project Manager/Assistant Registrar

Position Purpose

• Position is full-time but split half-time between the Exhibitions and Registrar Departments. Assist Exhibitions Department in managing rotations and exhibitions including oversight of related budgeting, scheduling, meeting and contractor coordination. Assist Registrars Department in processing image rights requests, coordinating incoming and outgoing art shipments, processing incoming and outgoing art, and creating and maintaining records and legal documentation for acquisitions, deaccessions, and loans.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the planning, scheduling, preparation and installation of rotations and exhibitions
• Identify, assign and coordinate an Exhibition Designer, Graphic Designer and editor, as well as other team members, to projects as needed
• Work closely with all ECS divisions to ensure that institutional priorites regarding exhibitions, rotations and other installations are met
• Manage and track assigned exhibition and rotation budgets and approve and track all related invoices
• Work closely with Associate Director of Exhibitions on budgeting and scheduleing for future rotations and exhibitions
• Process internal and external image rights requests under the Museum’s Rights and Reproductions policies and procedures
• Assist with processing new acquisitions, incoming and outgoing loans, and deaccessions; create and maintain the legal, catalog, appraisal, activity, source, numbering, and condition documentation of these collections including generation and maintenance of all related legal paperwork, database and hard file catalog records.
• Coordinate packing and domestic/international shipping and related customs documentation of incoming and outgoing art.
• Assist in maintaining clean conditions, access, supplies, and inventory of Registrar’s Holding Storage.
• Assist in managing logistical arrangements (legal documentation, shipping, customs, couriering, and conditioning) for temporary and special exhibitions as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to successfully manage several projects at once
• Knowledge of computer and database management skills
• Knowledge of professional museum exhibition, curatorial, registration, art handling, copyright, and collections management theory and practices.
• Knowledge of legal issues relating to museum collections
• Detail oriented
• Skill in negotiation and resolution of non-routine problems

Education or Formal Training

• M.A. in art history, anthropology, museum studies or related field.

Experience

• Two years experience in a museum exhibitions, registration, curatorial office or equivalent required. Experience working on exhibitions, museum databases, and general project organization required. Prior exposure to image rights, cataloging and conditioning practices, and art handling preferred.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with benefits. Posting closes on February 8, 2012. If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to: hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org In the subject line of your email, please list your name first followed by the position you are interested in obtaining. It is the policy of the Denver Art Museum to prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Audio Assistant

Position Purpose

• Temporary staff needed to distribute and collect audio tour devices, assist and instruct visitors for Yves Saint Laurent exhibition March 24 – July 7, 2012.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Customer service
• Distribute and collect audio tours
• Promote and monitor audio tour usage
• Assist and instruct visitors with audio tour equipment
• Daily setup and breakdown of audio tour equipment
• Packing and shipping of equipment at the end of the exhibition
• Manage the line for the next admission time
• Check tickets for correct date and time
• Show visitors where to pick up audio tours

Job Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in a multi-tasking fast-paced environment
• Must possess excellent verbal and written skills
• 10 to 40 hours per week – please be ready to provide your availability
• Some weekend and evening hours required
• Able to stand for extended periods of time

Education or Formal Training

• High school diploma or equivalent experience

Experience

• • Previous museum or cultural sales and/or marketing experience preferred

Additional Information

Regularly scheduled hours begin March 24, 2012. Schedule may include work on the following days: Easter Sunday (Apr. 8) Independence Day (Jul. 4) Full availability of scheduled hours required during the last two weeks of the exhibition. Extended hours at the end of the exhibition may be added to regular schedule. Background check will be conducted for all temporary employees.

Application Deadline: Friday, February 17, 2012

Education - Adult & College Programs Film & Media Internship

Position Purpose

• The Adult and College Programs Film & Media intern will assist in documenting and producing media related to programming events. This position requires a commitment to attend Untitled events, which take place on the final Friday of every month; additional event attendance will be determined as necessary.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Document audiences engaging in program activities using photos, film, interviews and other techniques
• Produce short films and other media for informational/marketing purposes
• Produce reports for interviews, attendance counts etc.
• Assist in brainstorming and testing ideas for adult programs
• Research audience values, profile
• Attend and engage in Untitled on the final Friday of each month, other events as necessary
• Many more!

Job Qualifications

• Proficient with digital equipment such a Flip cameras, video recorders etc.
• Skilled in video/audio capture, production, editing
• Literacy with editing software and Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others

Education or Formal Training

• Applicant should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program in Film/Media Studies or related field.

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Interns should be available eight hours/week in addition to attending Untitled events. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: January 2. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Adult and College Programs Internship

Position Purpose

• The Adult and College Programs intern will assist in developing and implementing new initiatives that engage young adult audiences with our collections, exhibitions, and programs in innovative and unconventional ways. An interest in cultivating young adult museum audience is essential.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• document and observe emerging audiences
• cultivate relationships with local creative community
• maintain contacts
• assist in brainstorming and testing ideas for young adults
• research audience values, profile
• attend and engage in Untitled on the final Friday of each month
• order, track, and prepare supplies for adult programs
• maintain program calendar
• many more!

Education or Formal Training

• Applicant should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.

Experience

• Familiarity with social networking
• Literacy with the web and Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: December 15. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Education-driven Collection Research Internship

Position Purpose

• The primary task of this internship is to research works of art in the DAM’s collection for specific needs in school, teacher, family and adult programs. Candidates should also have an interest in the end users of this research (visitors on tours, school kids, family visitors, teachers, etc.) and in one of the following collection areas:
• Japanese Art
• American Indian Art
• Western American Art

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• collect research information from a wide variety of sources (print, phone interviews, online, etc.)
• scan and word process materials for education files
• build illustrated papers that we call

Education or Formal Training

• Applicant should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: December 15. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Family Programs Intern

Position Purpose

• Family programs are designed to engage families in activities that relate to the art and further exploration and learning through in-gallery interpretive components, summer camps and classes, drop-in activities and events. Intern will be responsible for providing support to Family Programs staff including maintenance of in-gallery activities, support for family events as well as research projects.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Support Family Programs Assistant with on-site maintenance and evaluation of in-gallery games and activities, check-out, and drop-in programs.
• Assist staff with planning and execution of family events.
• Assist with visitor research, including conducting visitor observations and surveys.
• Conduct research on specific family audiences within the Metro Denver area.

Education or Formal Training

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: December 15. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Interpretation and Exhibition Internship

Position Purpose

• Education Interpretation and Exhibition Interns will assist in development of installed interpretive materials for adults and families related to exhibitions and permanent collections galleries. Areas will include written didactics, use of technology driven tools, interactives for adults, and activities for families and children.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts Art History research on objects in the Permanent Collection.
• Researches current practices relating to interpretive material in other museums.
• Searches for and procures illustrative material for didactics and activities.
• Conducts visitor research including surveys and observations to determine effectiveness of interpretive material.

Job Qualifications

• Availability to work between the hours of 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
• Part-time opportunities available year-round

Education or Formal Training

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.

Experience

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Photoshop and scanning.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to conduct effective research both online and in library.

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: December 15. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - School and Teacher Programs Internship

Position Purpose

• This internship is designed to help us accomplish our goal for this audience: to provide interactive experiences of DAM collections and exhibitions that emphasize three areas of learning that contribute to school education in visual arts, language arts and literacy, social studies and history: aesthetic experiences (heightened sense awareness and visual skills); cultural awareness (focus on social context and art history); creativity (critical thinking and divergent thinking skills)
• The DAM serves students ages pre-school through 12th grade and teachers of all subjects but especially the regular elementary classroom teacher, and specialists in arts, language arts and social studies.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• research DAM collections
• research school and teacher needs and help us create Creativity Resources for teachers available online
• research learning and teaching methods and help create new teaching tools for use in the galleries
• work directly with students and teachers and help invent new tours and touring methods
• attend training for museum guides (about the collections, touring methods)
• explore how to link DAM collections to language arts, social studies, visual arts and other curricula
• develop teacher workshops
• find out about school services at other museums
• many more!

Education or Formal Training

• Applicant should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: December 15. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Studio Programs Internship

Position Purpose

• Studio Programs Interns will assist in development of installed interpretive and hands-on activities for adults and families related to special exhibitions. Areas will include hands-on activities, written didactics, use of technology driven tools, interactives for adults, and activities for families and children. Internship will also include time spent assisting in the studio, which includes interacting with visitors, general maintenance, assisting with needs of demonstrators, etc..

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts background research on special exhibits.
• Researches materials and strategies for hand-on activities in studio.
• Assists in Studio when needed.
• Researches current practices relating to interpretive material in other museums.
• Searches for and procures illustrative material for didactics and activities.
• Conducts visitor research including surveys and observations to determine effectiveness of interpretive material.

Job Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Photoshop and scanning.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to conduct effective research both online and in library.
• Must be available between the hours of 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Additional Information

This is a part-time internship with no compensation. Part-time opportunities available year-round. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you are interested in this position, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for application. For internship start dates Jan. – April, Due Date: December 15 For internship start dates May – Aug., Due Date: April 15 For internship start dates Sept. – Dec., Due Date: August 15

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Summer Teaching Internship in Community and Family Programs 2012

Position Purpose

• Come learn about museum education at one of the most nationally recognized family-friendly art museums in the country! This internship provides you the opportunity to aid the Denver Art Museum’s Community and Family Programs staff in providing unique and creative summer art experiences for children and families, including assisting in camps and classes, welcoming and orienting summer groups, and contributing to the maintenance of our in-gallery, check-out, and drop-in programs.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist summer camp and class instructors in working with students 4-15 as they explore their creative potential.
• Support on-site coordinator with camp and class check-in and out, lunch, and snack times.
• Conduct pre-visit calls to visiting day care, school and other summer groups to help them prepare for their experience at the museum.
• Welcome these summer groups and assist them on-site, including orienting chaperones, answering questions, leading groups to kid-friendly areas, and other duties as required.
• Support Family Programs Assistant with on-site maintenance of in-gallery games and activities, check-out, and drop-in programs.
• Conduct observations and provide feedback to Community and Family Programs staff.

Education or Formal Training

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from a graduate or undergraduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field.

Additional Information

STRUCTURE/TIME REQUIREMENTS June 1 through July 30, 2012 Internships can begin earlier or end later. 16-40 hours per week. Selected weeks will require 40 hours. This is a part-time internship with no compensation. Applications for this position are accepted February 1 - April 15, 2012. If you are interested in this internship please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Education - Untitled Internship

Position Purpose

• Untitled interns will be part of the Adult & College Programs team. They will assist in developing and implementing new programming for our monthly late-night Untitled events. The focus will be on designing activities that engage audiences with our collections, exhibitions, and the museum itself, in innovative and unconventional ways. This position requires a commitment to attend Untitled events, which take place on the final Friday of every month; additional event attendance will be determined as necessary

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in brainstorming and designing Untitled events
• Research for programming ideas and audience values
• Document and observe emerging audiences
• Cultivate relationships with local creative community
• Maintain contacts
• Maintain contacts
• Order, track, and prepare supplies for adult programs
• Maintain program calendar
• Many more!

Job Qualifications

• Ability to interact with the public, comfort with public engagement
• Familiarity with social networking
• Literacy with the web and Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others

Education or Formal Training

• Applicant should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program in Art History, Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art or related field with a strong interest in public programming

Additional Information

These are part-time internships with no compensation. Interns should be available eight hours/week in addition to attending Untitled events. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For internship start dates Jan. - April DUE DATE: January 2. For internship start dates May - August, DUE DATE: April 15. For internship start dates September - December: DUE DATE August 15. If you are interested in one of the internships, please email the Denver Art Museum Education Administrator at kmahoney@denverartmuseum.org for an application.

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2012

Manager of Facility Services

Position Purpose

• The Manager of Facility Services assists the Associate Director and Director in maintaining a building environment in line with the goals of the institution. Ensures the safety of staff, and guests and manages the daily operations of the division.
• Implements, interprets and enforces department and museum policy and procedures.
• Assists the Associate Director in the development of policies and procedures for the division and the museum.
• Manages all aspects of building operations including mechanical equipment and building controls associated with the museum’s physical plant. This includes the basic operation, and maintenance of al roofing systems, window systems, grounds maintenance, and electrical systems to assure maximum efficiency and performance.
• Assists the Director and Associate Director with operational, personnel and capital improvement budget preparation.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• With the Associate Director establishes, develops and implements department goals, and position workloads.
• Directs daily scheduling activities and assists in solving scheduling issues, to include approval of requests for individual vacation and sick time requests.
• Oversees all established training to ensure completion to include physical and procedural training as required by department policy.
• Plans & coordinates project workloads and assists Associate Director in securing needed funds, defining job scopes, contractor selection and daily organization of project workloads.
• Directs plans, coordinates and schedules event support activities relating to special exhibitions, artwork installations, and rotations for facility department personnel.
• Manages museum phone and computer systems and interfaces with City communications staff members and IT staff members in planning, coordinating and maintaining these systems.
• Represent the Director or Associate Director in meetings and official functions when they are unable to attend.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, contractors, various representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies and the general public.
• Oversees the daily office operations to ensure all office procedures/ standards are maintained at an acceptable level.
• Interviews and participates in hiring process of Facilities division personnel and coordinates all contractor activity on museum campus.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and cope with continual interruptions and pressure ensuring crisis stability with the capability of making effective decisions in a high stress environment..
• Experience, knowledge and skill in all major building systems including HVAC, refrigeration and electrical.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations and implementation of OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft word processing, Excel spreadsheets, Access database and Microsoft Project.
• Advanced organizational, problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Excellent computer skills, business writing skills and policy development.
• Ability to train, supervises, direct, motivate, and evaluate staff.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a variety of representatives of public and private organizations.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication including business writing and policy development, presentation and negotiating skills.

Education or Formal Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities or construction management is preferred.

Experience

• Five years of previous supervisory experience in facility management or construction management is preferred. Additional appropriate educational certifications may be substituted for a portion of the five year requirement if applicable.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with benefits. Posting closes on February 8, 2012. If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to: hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org In the subject line of your email, please list your name first followed by the position you are interested in obtaining. It is the policy of the Denver Art Museum to prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Manager of Protective Services

Position Purpose

• The Manager of Protective Services assists the Associate Director and Director in maintaining a building environment in line with the goals of the institution. Ensures the safety of staff, and guests, and protects the artwork housed in the museum and manages the daily operations of the Protective Services division.
• Implements, interprets and enforces department and museum policy and procedures.
• Assists the Associate Director and Director in the development of policies and procedures for the division and the museum.
• Manages all aspects of technical and physical security for the museum including the basic operation, maintenance program and daily implementation and use of all alarm, access control and CCTV systems.
• Assists the Director and Associate Director with operational and personnel budget preparation.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• With the Director and Associate Director establishes, develops and implements department goals, and position workloads.
• Coordinates with the area supervisor the daily operations of the main operations center to assure all standards, procedures and policies are being met.
• Oversees and assures a successful museum health and safety program.
• Directs daily scheduling activities and assists in solving scheduling issues, to include approval of requests for individual vacation and sick time requests.
• Assures all established training is completed, to include physical and procedural training, required by department policy.
• Coordinates daily operations center activities to assure all requirements are being met.
• Assists the Director / Associate Director with investigations of any violations of museum or department policy or procedure by department members or other staff as requested.
• Directs planning and scheduling of staffing for all event support activities.
• Represent the Director of Associate Director in meetings and official functions when they are unable to attend.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, contractors, various representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies and the general public.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, cope with continual interruptions and pressure while maintaining crisis stability.
• Ability to produce under extremely tight deadlines and challenging conditions making effective decisions under stress.
• Experience, knowledge and skill in building systems, to include but not limited to Life/Safety.
• Experience in Emergency Management practices and management of critical incidents.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft word processing, Excel spreadsheets, Access database and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including strong business writing and policy development skills.
• Basic understanding of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Advanced organizational capabilities with strong problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Advance understanding of alarm, access control, and CCTV system design and maintenance in a high security environment.
• Knowledge of physical security, law enforcement, arrest and search procedures and laws, crowd control, investigative and interviewing techniques.

Education or Formal Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Security or Business Management.
• ASIS board certified as a Certified Protection Professional or a Physical Security Professional is preferred.
• The following certifications from the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) are preferred at time of hire but must be obtained within a two year period after hiring; Certified Protection Officer (CPO), Certified Security Supervisor (CSS)

Experience

• Five years of previous supervisory experience in private security, or business administration is preferred. Experience in police, or military will be considered towards meeting this requirement. Additional appropriate educational certifications may be substituted for a portion of the five year requirement if applicable.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with benefits. Posting closes on February 8, 2012. If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to: hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org In the subject line of your email, please list your name first followed by the position you are interested in obtaining. It is the policy of the Denver Art Museum to prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Master Teacher of Western American Art

Position Purpose

• Create programming, training, web content and installed interpretive materials that make the Western American collections and temporary exhibitions accessible and enjoyable to adult and family audiences, students and teachers.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop interpretive plans for temporary exhibitions and collection reinstallations. Work will primarily be with the Western collections, but may occasionally expand to other collection areas as needed.
• Create programming and interpretive materials such as labels, audio, video, family activities, and interactive educational materials for collection galleries and exhibitions; collaborate effectively with other departments to do so; maintain these materials for public access.
• Conduct art historical/contextual research as needed to create written, electronic and live programs as well as volunteer training.
• Plan, implement and observe various kinds of visitor evaluation (such as focus groups, visitor panels, observations, and surveys) related to exhibitions, interpretive materials and programs; share results effectively. Keep up with research in the field on interpretive techniques, visitor experience in museums, access programming, and other work-related topics.
• Coordinate docent training and create written training materials for master teaching collection area; participate in training for museum-wide school and adult tours.
• Collaborate with other education staff on community, adult, college, family, school and teacher programs and materials related to master teaching collection areas.
• Train staff, volunteers and interns on programs such as Hot Spots, backpacks, gallery activities, etc. related to master teaching collection areas.
• Work effectively with individuals and organizations in the community and outside scholars and consultants as needed to complete all of the above.
• Assist in fundraising efforts (corporate requests, grants, etc.) related to collection area and access programs as needed.
• Supervise contract staff and interns as appropriate and participate in overall education department planning and budgeting activities.

Job Qualifications

• Knowledge of Western American art and museum visitors/informal learning environments.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with in-house teams and external groups
• Ability to conduct art historical and visitor research
• Ability to communicate effectively in group and individual situations as well as in written form; strong public speaking skills.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to work on multiple, detailed projects simultaneously.
• Computer skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, social media)

Education or Formal Training

• MA in art history, anthropology, museum education or related field

Experience

• 3-5 years museum education experience required with some history of developing interpretive gallery materials.
• Experience working with the general adult public, youth, families, teachers and school audiences preferred.
• Supervisory experience required

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with benefits. Posting closes on February 4, 2012. If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to: hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org In the subject line of your email, please list your name first followed by the position you are interested in obtaining. It is the policy of the Denver Art Museum to prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability.

Application Deadline: Saturday, February 4, 2012

TEXTILE CONSERVATOR

Position Purpose

• The Denver Art Museum is seeking a full-time, assistant- or associate-level conservator to oversee the conservation needs of its textile collection. At this time, the museum is expanding its exhibit, storage and working spaces dedicated to textiles. The scope of this project will require working closely with the curator of textiles. Funding for this position is guaranteed for five years with the intent of extending it indefinitely.
• The comprehensive holding of the Textile Art Department consists of more than 5,000 textiles, from ancient and archeological examples of pre-Columbian and Coptic textiles to contemporary art in fiber. The collection encompasses both flat textiles and costume items. Strengths of the collection include quilts, coverlets and samplers; Chinese costumes and textiles; substantial Indian and Indonesian holdings. In addition, there are 20,000 objects from the Native American Arts collection that contain textile components.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• The conservator will report to the Director of Conservation. Responsible for the care and conservation treatment of textile art objects.
• The conservator will perform conservation treatment of museum objects as assigned; review objects for acquisition and loan purposes; assure accuracy and completeness of records and reports; supervise interns and volunteers on appropriate projects; share laboratory management duties as assigned and promote the conservation department through research, lectures, professional publications and teaching.

Job Qualifications

• Sound work habits, personal initiative and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent color-matching abilities are essential.
• Candidate will uphold collegial and collaborative working relationships with conservation staff and other departments.

Education or Formal Training

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE he candidate should have a degree from a recognized conservation training program, or equivalent. A minimum of three years post-graduate experience is required.

Experience

• 3-5 years

Additional Information

This is a full-time benefited position. If you are interested in applying, please submit your resume and contact information for three references, plus three conservation treatment examples by 5 PM, February 8, 2012 to: Denver Art Museum, Human Resources (ACT), 100 W 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver CO 80204 or Fax #720-913-2768 or by email to hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org Due to the volume of applications, no phone calls. Only qualified candidates will be contacted

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 8, 2012