Museum Assistant - MOCRA en Saint Louis University

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Job Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for opening and closing the museum for public hours; facilitates the museum visitor experience by providing information and monitoring galleries; assists in the supervision of student staff members; provides support at special events; assists with the installation of artwork and exhibitions; performs other duties as assigned.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities (May include any and/or all of the following):

Gallery Operations — Oversees public galleries during museum’s public hours, including but not limited to, opening and closing museum, including the arming and disarming of alarm systems; greeting museum visitors and providing orientation and information; and monitoring visitor movement and comportment in the galleries. Supervision — Assists in the supervision of student staff members, especially when full-time staff members are not present. Office Support — Assists with duties such as answering phones, especially when full-time staff members are not present. Special Events — Provides support at special events such as receptions, lectures, and performances. Exhibition Preparation — Assists with tasks related to the installation and deinstallation of artwork and exhibitions. Performs other duties as assigned. Primary scheduled hours: Saturday and/or Sunday, 11am – 4 pm

Knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics

• Skills and ability to interact with visitors of many ages, cultural backgrounds, educational levels
• Ability to retain information about artwork and exhibitions, and to relate that information to visitors in engaging and appropriate ways
• Respect for and curiosity about art, and about religious and spiritual traditions
• Demonstrated history of responsibility, reliability, and skill in exercising discretion and judgment
• Ability to work creatively, both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to handle and install art or to learn such skills
• Computer use competency

Minimum qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college coursework in a related field; demonstrated history of responsibility and reliability; strong communications skills and ability to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

Preferred qualifications

B.A. in art or art history. Prior experience working in a gallery or museum setting and/or experience in art history or art interpretation. Supervisory experience.

Function

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.