Director of University Art Galleries [The University of Akron, Akron, OH]

Description

The University of Akron’s Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences is seeking a full-time Director, University Art Galleries.

Responsibilities to include: Directing the daily operations of the university’s art galleries, including the well-respected Emily Davis Gallery in the Myers School of Art; curating and presenting regional and national exhibitions; and managing the art collection of the Myers School of Art.

Job functions involve: day-to-day gallery administration including budget management, record-keeping, exhibition installation and de-installation, art handling and storage, facilities maintenance and security, and collection management; curating exhibitions; grant-writing, fundraising, and development; public relations including writing publicity materials, organizing public events, managing mailing lists, website, and social media; supervision of student assistants; committee service; other duties as assigned by the Director. Teaching opportunities in the University of Akron Arts Administration program or Myers School of Art may be available.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: A Master’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of two years’ experience as a curator or organizer of art exhibitions. Experience and knowledge in the handling and installation of artwork. Excellent public relations skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated skill in management of an art museum, university gallery, or other non-profit arts organization; demonstrated grant-writing and development skills; Demonstrated supervisory skills; Competencies in social media, website content management software, and collections management software (e.g., Embark; CONTENTdm); Familiarity with the conservation of art objects; Ability to teach in the Masters of Arts Administration program or in the Myers School of Art.

For complete details and to apply please visit: http://www.uakron.edu/jobs.  Job ID#9484

The University of Akron is an equal education and employment institution. It is the policy of this institution that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any individual in employment or in its programs or activities at The University of Akron because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or status as a veteran. The University is also committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.