Collections Manager, Landmarks, The Public Art Program Of The University Of Texas At Austin

Txie

Austin, TX, US
Base: $60,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
Collection management and conservation
Budget development and reporting
Supervisory experience with interns and volunteers
Landmarks enriches the lives of students and visitors by presenting art that is broadly accessible and free to all across the UT Austin campus

Job Summary

  • Landmarks enriches the lives of students and visitors by presenting art that is broadly accessible and free to all across the UT Austin campus.
  • The Collections Manager oversees conservation efforts, manages interns and volunteers, coordinates with external specialists, and handles budgeting and record-keeping for nearly fifty modern and contemporary public artworks.
  • The position offers a benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, paid vacation and holidays, and other perks.

Matching Summary

Landmarks enriches the lives of students and visitors by presenting art that is broadly accessible and free to all across the UT Austin campus.

Salary

Base: $60,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, paid vacation and holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • collection management and conservation
  • budget development and reporting
  • supervisory experience with interns and volunteers
  • coordination with external conservators and stakeholders
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Sharepoint
  • public art collection maintenance
  • emergency response planning for artworks

Nice-to-have

  • familiarity with UT protocols
  • project management processes
  • teamwork and initiative
  • growth and development mindset
  • accuracy and attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum three years collection management experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Budget management experience
  • Class C driver’s license with current three-year driving record
  • Experience working with external stakeholders and contractors

Work Rights

Must have valid US work authorization and Texas driver’s license within 30 days if not resident

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