Job Openings at WAM

• School Programs Specialist (Full Time, Non-Exempt)

  School Programs Specialist (Full Time, Non-Exempt)

  ROLE
  The Wichita Art Museum’s School Programs Specialist develops and coordinates programs and resources offered for K-12 students and their teachers as well as the docent program. They also collaborate with the Gallery and Studio Programs Specialist to develop and implement youth and teen programs. As a key member of an energetic, proactive, and collaborative team, the School Programs Specialist plays a vital role in advancing WAM’s mission to “connect people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences” by growing the museum’s school programs and expanding the museum’s reach to schools, educators, and students regionally.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  The job duties of this position are fluid and will evolve over time but generally encompass the following primary responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and expand the museum’s K-12 school tour program by:
    • Scheduling guided and self-guided school tours
    • Scheduling docents and museum teachers to lead tours
    • Documenting school programs on WAM’s internal event calendar
    • Processing school tour bus reimbursement paperwork
    • Strategically increasing the number of student tours annually while ensuring high-quality learning experiences
    • Leading the volunteer docent program, including planning docent training, evaluating teaching in the galleries, supporting ongoing docent professional development, and serving as staff liaison to the Docent Committee
    • Maintaining school program attendance statistics and mailing lists
  • Develop, promote, and evaluate:
    • Programs and resources for K-12 teachers in conjunction with WAM’s collection and special exhibitions, including:
      • online Educator Guides
      • programs like Evening for Educators and a range of professional development opportunities—such as in-services and teacher workshops
    • School programs
    • with Gallery and Studio Programs Specialist:
      • teen programs, including teen volunteer opportunities
      • programs for youth during school breaks, including spring break and winter break programming as well as summer camps
    • Schedule tours for university and adult groups
    • Coordinate administrative functions of programs, including:
      • Paperwork and logistics for WAM Camp programs during school breaks, including camp registration and daily camp operation
      • Communicating with other WAM departments to facilitate program logistics, including Security, Facilities, Special Events, EAT, and the Museum Store
      • Purchasing supplies for programs as needed
      • Processing of invoices, check requests, and credit card statements for school programs and maintain budget records
      • Creating and processing contracts for guest speakers, artists, and performers and scheduling outside vendors, including AV and catering, as needed
    • Lead outreach initiatives to schools (including family nights, in-services, district new teacher orientations, etc.)
    • Work with Director of LEAP and Director of PR to develop and produce signage, promotional materials, and social media strategies to promote programs and resources for schools, as well as copy and images for website and social media
    • Participate in the grant application process for school programs and resources

  These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

  QUALIFICATIONS
  Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in art education, art history, studio art, or related field.
  Required Knowledge: Knowledge of American art history, studio art practices, learning theories, and visitor services content.
  Experience Required: Minimum three years’ experience with museum education programming and knowledge of current museum education and methodologies.  Adaptable to working with diverse communication models, digital technologies, and analytical tools.
  Skills/Abilities:  Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information; experience with standard office software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred, interact in a positive manner with a variety of people including volunteers, contractual educators, teachers, and visitors of all ages and diverse backgrounds, prioritize and advance multiple projects simultaneously without close supervision, develop and maintain effective positive working relationships with WAM colleagues, representatives of other organizations, and the public, ability to work an irregular schedule as required, including select weekends/holidays/evenings, communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, acquire and maintain a valid driver’s license, exceptional organizational skills, commitment to accuracy and attention to detail, excellent public speaking skills.

  PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION
  Talking: Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly.
  Average Hearing: Ability to hear average conversations at a standard level in a museum environment around other employees and visitors
  Repetitive Motion: The employee will frequently type on a keyboard continuously throughout the day.
  Finger Dexterity: The employee is regularly required to use hands to type on a keyboard and maneuver a mouse.
  Average Vision: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust the focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts)
  Physical Strength: The position involves standard light duties.

   

  WORKING CONDITIONS
  General professional indoor museum environment with climate control and adequate lighting. Occasional hours worked during evenings and weekends in order to meet organizational needs and deadlines.

  MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION
  Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization
  Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial documents. Ability to communicate clearly.

   

   

  INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

  Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected.  They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions.  Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. 

  All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included.  Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded.  Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.  In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

   

  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals.  However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

  Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.  Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

   

  ABOUT US

  The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art.  With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by the Wichita Art Museum, Inc. The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.

• Project Manager (Full Time, Non-Exempt)

  Project Manager (Full Time, Non-Exempt)
  $24-$28/hour, commensurate with experience

  To apply, please complete the application form and upload cover letter and resume.
  

  ROLE
  The Project Manager is a new position responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of projects that advance the museum’s goals and strategic plan. Specific projects will vary over time based on the museum’s needs and include cross-departmental projects, special initiatives, and capital improvements. Reporting to the Director/CEO, this role ensures clear internal and external communication, efficient workflows, and on-time delivery of project milestones while fostering strong collaboration across departments and with external stakeholders.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  The job duties of this position are fluid and will evolve over time but generally encompass the following primary responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute complex projects that require cross-departmental collaboration to support progress on WAM’s strategic plan
  • Develop project timelines and budgets and see projects through to completion
  • Oversee progress, address challenges, and ensure timely completion of deliverables
  • Organize and facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure that projects stay on track by proactively identifying and troubleshooting issues including timeline and budget
  • Keep key stakeholders informed and aware of progress and obstacles
  • Regularly report project progress to museum leadership
  • Support cross-departmental operational projects and special initiatives, including working closely with staff from each department including curatorial, LEAP (Learning, Engagement, and Partnerships), marketing, development, finance, and facilities
  • Ensure that projects stay within approved budget
  • Respond flexibly and in a timely manner to new projects as they are assigned
  • Monitor metrics across departments and compile a visual summary each month, allowing the museum to effectively benchmark its goals and progress on the strategic plan
  • Provide additional administrative support to the Director/CEO as needed, assisting with a variety of responsibilities
  • Other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Education / Certification::  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Arts Administration, Museum Studies, Project  Management, or a related field (Masters’s preferred)    

  Required Knowledge:  Strong understanding of project management best practices; understanding of museum operations preferred. Proficient with project management tools and software including Microsoft Office Suite.

  Experience Required: 5+ years of project management experience, ideally within museums, cultural institutions, or nonprofit organizations. Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and vendor relationships.

  Skills/Abilities: Strong organizational, project management, and problem‑solving skills, along with clear and effective written and verbal communication. Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners while managing multiple projects and shifting priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, is required. The position also requires a high level of attention to detail, a commitment to maintaining high standards, and the ability to balance detailed work with broader strategic goals.   

  PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Talking: Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly.

  Average Hearing: Ability to hear average conversations at a standard level in a museum environment around other employees and visitors

  Repetitive Motion: The employee will frequently type on a keyboard continuously throughout the day.

  Finger Dexterity: The employee is regularly required to use hands to type on a keyboard and maneuver a mouse.

  Average Vision:  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust the focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts)

  Physical Strength: The position involves standard light duties.

  WORKING CONDITIONS
  General professional indoor museum environment with climate control and adequate lighting. Occasional hours worked during evenings and weekends in order to meet organizational needs and deadlines.

  MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Reasoning Ability:         Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization

  Language Ability:           Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial documents. Ability to communicate clearly.

  INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS
  Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected.  They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions.  Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. 

  All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included.  Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded.  Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.  In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals.  However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

  Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.  Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

  ABOUT US
  The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art.  With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by the Wichita Art Museum, Inc. The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.

• Seasonal Museum Teacher (Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

  POSITION TITLE:
  Seasonal Museum Teacher (Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

  ROLE:
  The Wichita Art Museum’s Part Time Seasonal Museum Teacher will be responsible for leading tours and educational programs for visitors ranging in age from preschoolers to adults. Museum teachers will collaborate with staff in the Learning, Engagement, and Partnerships (LEAP) Department to plan and implement programs in the galleries and in the art studio that focus on both the permanent collection and featured exhibitions.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead engaging and educational tours for K-12 students in the permanent collection and featured exhibitions.
  • Plan and implement art-looking and artmaking workshops for K-12 student groups.
  • Facilitate programs and tours for college students and adults, including WAM Nights programs on Friday evenings, private tours, and artmaking workshops.
  • Assist LEAP staff in implementing Family ArtVentures and other programs for families.
  • Assist with programs for preschoolers as needed, including Art Start and Storytime.
  • Collaborate on program planning with LEAP staff, including Manager of School and Family Programs, Director of LEAP, and Coordinator of LEAP.
  • Modify gallery and studio experiences to meet visitor needs, accommodate varying abilities, and address teacher requests.
  • Immediately notify WAM staff of issues impacting visitor safety and well-being.
  • Attend training sessions on works of art and teaching strategies prior to leading tours and programs.
  • Regularly check email to stay informed about tour schedule, museum updates, and other communication from LEAP staff.
  • Assist with visitor services functions, such as facilitating COVES (Collaboration for Ongoing Visitor Experience Studies) intercept surveys.
  • Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  Education/Certification:  B.A. degree in relevant field of art education, studio art, museum education, or art history preferred.
  Experience Required: 1+ years working with school-aged children in a learning environment.
  Required knowledge: Strong knowledge of art and artmaking techniques, knowledge of art teaching methods.
  Skills/Abilities: Able to plan and successfully implement artmaking experiences for K-12 students and adults, strong ability to provide high-quality instruction for visitors who vary in age and experience, able to create a positive and supportive environment for students and adult visitors to learn and have fun, able to communicate clearly and effectively, able to follow tour and program plans while also adapting it as necessary for students’ and adults’ needs, able to maintain effective working relationships with WAM staff, other museum teachers, volunteer docents, students and teachers, strong computer literacy and ability, proven organizational skills, strong public speaking, communication and presentation skills required. Bilingual candidates with proficiency in Spanish preferred.

  PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Talking:  Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly
  Average Hearing: Ability to hear average conversations at a standard level in a museum gallery environment around other visitors and co-workers
  Repetitive Motion:  The employee is regularly required to move around the museum, and type throughout their day.
  Finger Dexterity: The employee is occasionally required to use their hands to type on a keyboard and maneuver a mouse.
  Average Vision:  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts)
  Physical Strength: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (unassisted) as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods of time. 

  WORKING CONDITIONS
  General professional indoor museum environment with climate control and adequate lighting. Flexible hours worked including during weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

  MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.
  Language Ability:  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to communicate clearly.

  INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS
  Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. 

  All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included.  Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.  In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

   Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

  ABOUT US  The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art. With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by the Wichita Art Museum, Inc. The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.

• Event Staff (Part Time, Non-Exempt)

  POSITION TITLE
  Event Staff (Part Time, Non-Exempt)
  Starting at $12.00

  ROLE
  The Wichita Art Museum’s Event Staff supports the Special Events team in ensuring the seamless execution of both internal museum events and external facility rentals. This role involves a mix of independent tasks—such as event setup, teardown, as well as general custodial tasks during the event while interacting positively and professionally with museum staff, visitors, patrons, volunteers, and facility rental clients. This position requires the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic, fast-paced museum environment.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Set up tables, chairs, podiums, and other furniture according to event specifications and tear down after each event.
  • Install and dismantle equipment such as lighting, decorative elements, and AV equipment as needed.
  • Ensure event spaces are organized and ready before and after each event.
  • Perform basic maintenance or cleaning tasks related to event setup and teardown.
  • Work closely with the Event Coordinator and Event Assistant to understand event requirements and timelines.
  • Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients, museum visitors, and vendors, including assisting with event check-in procedures and offering directional assistance to visitors to navigate the building.
  • Address any immediate event-related needs professionally and efficiently.
  • Assist with various custodial tasks during events when needed.
  • Follow museum safety and security protocols during all event-related activities.
  • Various other responsibilities as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent
  Experience Required:  1+ years of event setup, hospitality, or a similar role preferred
  Skills/Abilities: Effective communication, teamwork, attention to detail, ability to follow event setup plans accurately

   

  PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Talking: Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly
  Average Hearing: Ability to hear average conversations at a standard level in an office/gallery environment around other visitors
  Repetitive Motion: The employee is regularly required to bend and lift objects, as well as walk throughout their workday
  Finger Dexterity: The employee is regularly required to use their hands to move objects and occasionally use basic hand toolsAverage Vision:  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts)
  Physical Strength: The employee will regularly be required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds (unassisted) as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods of time

  WORKING CONDITIONS
  General professional indoor museum environment with climate control and adequate lighting. Flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays which will vary based on event schedules.

  MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

  Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.
  Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to communicate clearly.

  INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS
  Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. 

  All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included.  Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded.  Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.  In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

  Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

  ABOUT US
  The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art.  With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by the Wichita Art Museum, Inc.  The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas and art through remarkable experiences.