Author: Tegan Kehoe (Page 11 of 401)

DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum is seeking a part time sales associate to assist the retail store manager with day to day customer service and sales in the Store. The Sales Associate position at the deCordova Store provides customer focused service to the visitors and patrons of the Sculpture Park and Museum, generates sales, merchandises products and supports the store management team.  The ideal candidate will be passionate about contemporary art and dedicated to providing knowledgeable and friendly service.

Required Availability:

28 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Maintain product knowledge of merchandise sold by the Store to act as an expert for the customer.
• Conduct direct sales to customers, ensuring each customer is greeted and acknowledged when entering The Store.
• Operate the Point of Sales (POS) cash register system for sales transactions, returns and inventory control.
• Provide a high level of customer service to store visitors to include product information, location and pricing.
• Assist in receiving and processing merchandise, pricing and monitoring floor stock, and replenishing stock when necessary.
• Assist in floor moves, merchandising, and display.
• Maintain the store appearance on a daily basis.
• Open and/or close The Store when needed.
• Provide security in The Store to prevent loss from theft or damage.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, and to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store. Entails lifting and ability to perform all functions as set forth above.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year experience in retail product sales environment.
• Prior use of retail computer system, a plus.
• Personable, clear and effective communication and writing skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Desire and ability to learn new information and skills, cheerful and have a positive attitude.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional organizational ability, high attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

How To Apply:

Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume addressed to Jane Bramberg, Store Manager. Email application materials to jbramberg@decordova.org  and hr@decordova.org; or mail to deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, MA 01773.  Please, no phone calls.

Apply by:
May 08, 2015

About this Organization:
Established in 1950 and located just 20 miles west of Boston, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum is dedicated to fostering the creation and exploration of contemporary sculpture and art through a dynamic slate of rotating exhibitions, innovative learning opportunities, and a constantly changing landscape of large-scale, contemporary sculpture and site-specific installations in its 30-acre park.

To learn more about deCordova visit decordova.org.

DeCordova is a member-supported, 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts , which receives funding support from federal and state cultural agencies, private and corporate foundations, and individuals.

Description:

Title:                           Associate Director for Security Operations

Department:               Security

Reports to:                 Director of Security

Type of Position:       Full-time, exempt/salaried

Supervises:                 Security Manager; Lead Watch Desk Officer; First, Second and Third Shift Security Officers; Gallery Officers

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Security, the Associate Director for Security Operations is responsible for the daily management of security operations and the supervision of the entire frontline security staff, along with two other security supervisors. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the security department works well with other Museum departments and communicates the goals of the Museum security department clearly and effectively to all Museum employees and the public. This person also serves as Acting Director of Security in the absence of the Security Director.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that tests of all aspects of the security layers and systems for the Museum are being conducted
• Develop security policies, procedures, standards and directives
• Maintain familiarity with basic emergency procedures and maintenance of all security systems
• Communicate needed security equipment repairs to the Security Technology Manager
• Supervise personnel, conduct performance appraisals, oversee training, assign work, disseminate pertinent information, resolve problems
• Oversee scheduling and assignment of security personnel to ensure adequate security coverage
• Oversee security payroll and performance issues
• Maintain close liaison with all other Museum departments
• Along with two other security supervisors, supervise personnel, conduct performance appraisals, oversee training of new hires and ongoing training of current security staff, assign work, disseminate pertinent information to security staff in an efficient manner, resolve problems
• Create and improve upon security policies, procedures, standards and directives
• Serve as first responder for all safety and security-related incidents
• Respond to inquiries and investigate security-related issues
• Conduct background investigations
• Responsible for physical security systems
• Assist in providing emergency assistance related to maintenance and first aid
• Coordinate and manage security operations for special visits and events
• Assist in the management of vehicle access and parking
• Follow proper procurement procedures and assist in preparing and managing annual budget for security department
• Work evenings and weekends based on operational necessity
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of five years of experience in the security field, preferably in a museum setting
• Prior staff supervision and training experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across many departments
• Ability to lead people and provide guidance and training
• Knowledge of emergency response measures
• Familiarity with security principles and technology
• Exceptional customer service skills with high commitment to excellence
• Ability to use business computing software
• Ability to manage crisis situations; strong ability to make sound decisions under pressure

How To Apply:

To Apply:
Join our dedicated, talented team of employees, interns and volunteers, who are passionate about the work they do to support the Museum’s mission. To apply for this position, please use the Museum’s online application system, this is our preferred application method:https://isgm.applicantpro.com/jobs/221151.html. Both a cover letter and resume are required.

The Gardner Museum is committed to affording equal opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disabilities, marital status or sexual orientation. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The Museum is proud to embrace the goals of Commonwealth Compact (http://www.umb.edu/commonwealth_compact/about) and pledges to measure its progress toward those goals over time, using the Commonwealth Compact benchmarks.

We receive many resumes and kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Apply by:
July 01, 2015

About this Organization:
The Museum was the creation of Isabella Stewart Gardner (1840-1924) ‘for the education and enjoyment of the public forever.’ Since opening to the public in 1903, the Gardner has served as a center for ideas and life-long learning in its community – a tradition that is kept alive today through an array of interpretive, creative, educational, horticultural, artistic and scholarly programs.

The Program Manager is responsible for effective management of the art donation and placement program, the expansion program, and the development and achievement of planning goals and objectives. The person in this role serves a spokesperson for The Art Connection, assisting with communications, marketing, and event planning, as well as board and committee development. The Program Manager is supervised by and reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have the willingness and ability to fulfill administrative tasks as well as dynamic professional responsibilities.  A high level of cultural competency, an understanding of social service issues, and experience working with visual artists are essential. Applicants should have experience working in a small office or within a small team, strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office/Access, be comfortable making web and social media updates, and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite. Being outgoing and personable is a must. This is a role for a detail oriented, flexible, independent worker with excellent time management skills. Willingness to travel in Greater Boston and valid driver’s license are required.

Responsibilities: Work directly with social service agencies to facilitate their selection of permanent collections of art, scheduling visits, and processing paperwork associated with all placements. Work directly with local artists contributing to our portfolio. Update website, social media sites, and blog. Create quarterly E-news and contribute to biannual print newsletter. Collaborate with staff on all event planning, mailings, volunteer management, and PR. Prepare monthly progress reports, agenda, and minutes and facilitate Program and Expansion Committee meetings attended by board members and other stakeholders. Participate in the strategic planning and spearhead the evaluation of placement and expansion programs. Travel locally, and sometimes regionally, to (co)represent The Art Connection at events and in our expansion recruitment efforts. Provide as-needed consulting to expansion sites and plan the biannual Expansion Summit.

How To Apply:

Submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to:

Susan Collings, Executive Director
The Art Connection
539 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Email: scollings@theartconnection.org
Fax: 617-451-2884

Apply by:
June 01, 2015

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, retirement matching plan, and generous paid vacation and sick leave.

About this Organization:
The Art Connection’s mission is to enrich and empower under-served communities by expanding access to original works of visual art.

We facilitate the choice of art, from artists and other donors, by those who may not have the opportunity to experience the transformative possibilities of art in their lives. Since our inception in 1995, this unique gifting program has identified and catalogued original works of art donated by generous individuals and has supported local social service agencies in the selection of pieces
that are meaningful to them.