Student Worker: ART- Gallery Assistant

Job Title
Student Worker: ART- Gallery Assistant

Agency
East Texas A&M University

Department
Art

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Commerce, Texas

Job Type
Student Worker

Job Description

NSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the "My Experience" page has a section provided "Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)" to upload required documents.
Use the Upload button to add each document.
You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.
Please provide the following documents :

Cover Letter
Resume/CV
If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.StudnetHiring@etamu.edu

Gallery Attendant Position

Job Description:

The ETAMU University Gallery is seeking students for the position of

Gallery Attendant

with availability Monday through Friday between 9 am to 5 pm and some evenings and weekends.

Students interested in learning more about how art galleries are managed, including day-to-day operations, tours and workshops, and exhibition curation and installation, are encouraged to apply. For students interested in pursuing a career in museum work, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in serval areas of museum operations: collections care, exhibitions, education, and visitor services. A background in art is NOT required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor the University Gallery to ensure the safety of the art on display
Greet and assist gallery guests
Track the number of guests who visit the gallery and collect zip code data from our visitors
Maintain the general cleanliness of the art gallery
Assist with unpacking, installation, packing, and storing art
Assist with scheduling and facilitating field trips and group tours
Complete an accurate timesheet and submit for approval promptly
Other duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Galleries & Collections
Minimum Requirements

Education:

Must be a student at East Texas A&M University

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

Friendly and comfortable communicating with guests, artists, and staff
Highly detail oriented
Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and hold heavy objects
Ability to ascend and descend stairs
Ability to use power tools and machinery
Ability to safely handle delicate and fragile artworks
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Experience with power tools
Experience patching, painting, and refinishing surfaces and walls

Comfortable working with and around children

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.