The Baltimore Museum of Art is seeking an experienced Curatorial Assistant for the Chief Curator and Curatorial Affairs Division. This position reports directly to the Chief Curator and will assist with matters involving the Senior Leadership team. This is an opportunity to work at a high administrative level at a renowned and rapidly transforming museum that aspires to become a national and international leader in innovation and diversity around the role of art and establishing a museum platform in our society and in communities like Baltimore. As such, this position requires significant collaboration and communication activity with other divisions, departments, and general staff. This role is responsible for office management, communication, project and policy coordination, relationship management, and significant research for the Chief Curator working closely with staff in the entire Curatorial Division, which includes Curatorial, Conservation, Registrar, and Library departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Curatorial Assistant supports and coordinates all activities for the Chief Curator. S/he serves as the key liaison between the Curatorial Division as a whole and the Public. The individual has some knowledge about the maintenance of art objects, is committed to research, and adaptable to working with different teams in a fast-paced museum setting. S/he is highly organized and clearly presents information through the spoken and written word. S/he takes initiative by anticipating and preparing for problems and opportunities in advance. The candidate demonstrates leadership in creating positive outcomes for the Curatorial Division and museum and must operate with absolute discretion. S/he has expertise in balancing multiple projects, dealing with conflicting priorities, and managing ambiguity. S/he will also be conducting significant research for the Chief Curator for upcoming exhibitions and objects in the collections and is expected to be familiar with museum, galleries, and dealers locally and nationwide. The best candidate for this role has knowledge of art institutions, expert knowledge in balancing and managing the day-to-day functions of a high traffic curatorial office, and an art history background.
Employer Name:
Baltimore Museum of Art
Job Title:
Curatorial Assistant
Job Submission Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum 4-year undergraduate degree, preferably in art history or art.
• Minimum 3-5 years office management, administrative, coordination, and art museum experience.
• Ability to perform and oversee scholarly research in the field of American, Contemporary Art, among others
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
• Thinks creatively and strategically.
• Works independently, collaboratively, and as a contributing member to a high functioning team.
• Maintains confidentiality and is diplomatic
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, object management database, and basic photo editing required).
• Applied knowledge of professional museum principles and procedures
BENEFITS
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply.
We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. For this temporary, exempt position we offer medical, dental, vision, prescription, 403b retirement plan, long term disability, flexible spending account, flexible and condensed scheduling, museum and restaurant discounts, and reduced fee gym membership. We also offer accrued vacation, holidays, personal days, floating holidays, and sick days.
APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume to
[email protected] with “Curatorial Assistant, Chief Curator and Curatorial Affairs” and your first and last name in the subject line.
Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
No phone calls please.
