Gallery Director/assistant Professor

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $63,000-$65,000 commensurate with education ...
Gallery and collection management
Exhibition planning and installation
Teaching museum studies courses
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community.
  • The Gallery Director position involves curating exhibitions, managing collections, teaching, and collaborating with campus and community partners to promote visual arts.
  • Employees enjoy a vibrant work environment with benefits including health and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community.

Salary

Base: $63,000-$65,000 commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gallery and collection management
  • Exhibition planning and installation
  • Teaching museum studies courses
  • Budget and resource management
  • Supervision of gallery assistants
  • Community and educational outreach
  • Use of hand and power tools

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of contemporary art
  • Grant-writing collaboration
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity with social media platforms
  • Curriculum development experience
  • Ability to engage diverse groups

Key Requirements

  • Terminal degree in related field
  • Minimum two years gallery or museum experience
  • Experience with visual art programming
  • Must have legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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