Americas SocietyCouncil of the Americas
Gallery Assistant/Attendant at Americas SocietyCouncil of the Americas New York,
Americas SocietyCouncil of the Americas, New York, New York, us, 10261
Gallery Assistant/Attendant – Americas Society Council of the Americas. New York, NY.
We are seeking a part-time paid Gallery Assistant/Attendant to support the Art department and to be the main point of contact for visitors to the gallery. The Art at Americas Society program boasts the longest‑standing space in the United States dedicated to exhibiting and promoting art from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada. Since the mid‑1960s, Americas Society has been producing both historical and contemporary exhibitions, publications, as well as public and educational programs, featuring outstanding artists, curators, critics, and scholars.
Responsibilities Include
Opening and closing of the gallery
Greeting and interacting with visitors
Ensure the safety of exhibitions on display
Monitor and keep accurate record of visitor attendance
Managing gallery contacts, including supporting transfer of contacts to Fonteva
Taking inventory of department library (on‑site and in storage)
Managing Artwork Inventory spreadsheet
Assisting in inventory, sales, and distribution of Americas Society publications
Organizing gallery technology and equipment
Taking inventory and helping arranging installation of permanent collection art in AS offices
Provide support for exhibition installation and deinstallation
Assist taking artwork condition photographs
Help Assistant Curator scan, file and organize exhibition paperwork
Procure exhibition supplies as directed by curatorial team
Liaise with outside vendors as directed by Assistant Curator
Provide support at evening programs
Monitoring galleries during extended public hours
Assisting with event check‑in and book sales
Assist with department accounting including processing invoices and filing credit card receipts as directed by Assistant Curator
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Strong interest in art and/or Latin American culture
Previous experience in customer service preferably working in a museum/art gallery environment
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred
Work Schedule Fixed hours: Wednesday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm, maximum of 25 hours per week. Occasional evening hours or Monday/Tuesday hours as needed for public programs and/or curatorial projects.
Pay Rate for this position is $20/hour. COVID-19 Vaccination As a further condition of employment, please note that all staff are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination must be provided prior to your start date.
Application Submission Please email your résumé to
art@as-coa.org
with the subject line “Gallery Assistant/Attendant, Art.” No phone calls please. Qualified candidates must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.
Americas Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or citizenship status.
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Responsibilities Include
Opening and closing of the gallery
Greeting and interacting with visitors
Ensure the safety of exhibitions on display
Monitor and keep accurate record of visitor attendance
Managing gallery contacts, including supporting transfer of contacts to Fonteva
Taking inventory of department library (on‑site and in storage)
Managing Artwork Inventory spreadsheet
Assisting in inventory, sales, and distribution of Americas Society publications
Organizing gallery technology and equipment
Taking inventory and helping arranging installation of permanent collection art in AS offices
Provide support for exhibition installation and deinstallation
Assist taking artwork condition photographs
Help Assistant Curator scan, file and organize exhibition paperwork
Procure exhibition supplies as directed by curatorial team
Liaise with outside vendors as directed by Assistant Curator
Provide support at evening programs
Monitoring galleries during extended public hours
Assisting with event check‑in and book sales
Assist with department accounting including processing invoices and filing credit card receipts as directed by Assistant Curator
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Strong interest in art and/or Latin American culture
Previous experience in customer service preferably working in a museum/art gallery environment
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred
Work Schedule Fixed hours: Wednesday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm, maximum of 25 hours per week. Occasional evening hours or Monday/Tuesday hours as needed for public programs and/or curatorial projects.
Pay Rate for this position is $20/hour. COVID-19 Vaccination As a further condition of employment, please note that all staff are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination must be provided prior to your start date.
Application Submission Please email your résumé to
art@as-coa.org
with the subject line “Gallery Assistant/Attendant, Art.” No phone calls please. Qualified candidates must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.
Americas Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or citizenship status.
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