Job Openings at WAM

• Director of Development (Full Time, Exempt)

  POSITION TITLE:
  Director of Development (Full Time, Exempt)

  ROLE:
  The Director of Development at the Wichita Art Museum (WAM) is a dynamic leadership role responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the museum’s growth, sustainability, and mission to “connect people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.” Reporting to the museum’s Director/CEO, the Director of Development oversees all aspects of fundraising, including individual and corporate giving, membership programs, grants, planned giving, and special events. This individual identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors, working closely with the Board of Trustees, major patrons, leadership staff, and the Director/CEO. The Director of Development supervises and mentors development and event staff and is a member of the museum’s leadership team.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  · Achieve fundraising goals through the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising plan
  · Develop and implement plans to obtain the support needed for annual budget goals related to exhibitions, programs, special projects, and educational activities
  · Develop and manage strategies for the annual fund, corporate and foundation sponsorship, major donor cultivation, and planned giving
  · Collaborate internally to develop budgets and forecast projected fundraising outcomes
  · Monitor fundraising results and consistently report progress
  · Design strategies and tactics to enhance growth across all fundraising areas
  · Meet with major donors personally for the purposes of gift cultivation
  · Write and/or supervise grant proposals and applications, track outcomes, and ensure that reporting requirements are met
  · Plan, coordinate, supervise, and participate in museum special events for patrons and members, in collaboration with the Special Events Coordinator. Ensure impeccable event logistics and patron/member experience and results
  · In collaboration with the Director/CEO, secure support for WAM’s initiatives through innovative events and giving opportunities
  · Supervise development staff, providing strategic leadership, effective management, and mentorship
  · Network with relevant arts and cultural patrons in the region

  Various other responsibilities as needed

  QUALIFICATIONS
  EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor’s degree in related field required, must maintain a valid driver’s license
  EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 5+ years of relevant experience and a strong track record of achieving tangible fundraising outcomes in a competitive field, 3+ years of demonstrated success within a non-profit organization, 5+ years of supervisory experience
  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE: Principles of fundraising program development and best practices, fundraising development
  SKILLS/ABILITIES: Clear and effective communication, self-starter and team-oriented work approach, proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and fundraising databases, strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal, oral, verbal and written communication skills, maintain confidentiality of information, maintain accurate computer and paper files as necessary, applied leadership and problem-solving abilities, strong organizational skills, knowledge of development principles and practice

  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 environment around visitors, patrons and other Museum personnel.
  REPETITIVE MOTION: The employee is regularly required to type continuously throughout the day.
  FINGER DEXTERITY: The employee is regularly required to use their hands to type 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 50 pounds (unassisted). May sit as well as stand, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods of time.

  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. Occasional exposure to outdoor environment and weather conditions.

  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.

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  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.
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  TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@wam.org. Salary commensurate with experience.

• Director of Learning, Engagement, and Partnerships (LEAP) (Full Time, Exempt)

  ROLE 

  The Director of Learning, Engagement, and Partnerships (LEAP) leads the development and implementation of dynamic programs, partnerships, and interpretation for all audiences and ensures that WAM is accessible, welcoming, and inclusive for everyone. The Director of LEAP is responsible for all aspects of public programming, fostering existing and cultivating new partnerships, and developing interpretation for the collection and special exhibitions. This individual is a member of the Museum’s leadership team and supervises and mentors staff in the LEAP Department. Reporting to the Director/CEO, this position is critical to the Museum’s mission to “connect people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.”

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Plan and implement public programs related to the collection and special exhibitions for adults, including weekly Friday evening “WAM Nights” series, Senior Wednesdays, sponsored lectures, and revenue-generating studio classes
  • Collaborate with local college professors and their students, utilizing their expertise and creativity to develop programs for their peers and the general public
  • Establish new and foster existing partnerships that support the museum in its commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and accessible institution
  • Seek opportunities to collaborate with other cultural and community organizations to advance the role of the arts in creating quality of life, expand and diversify the museum’s audience, and extend the museum’s reach
  • Develop new initiatives and public programs to engage all guests in the museum experience, partnering with the rest of the leadership team and board of trustees to ensure access, inclusion, and diversity initiatives
  • Manage PLAY—WAM’s interactive space for families—including designing rotating activities that foster creative and open-ended play for all ages and support cognitive, social-emotional, and motor skill development for young learners
  • Manage and participate in outreach programming, including representing the museum at community festivals and other events to expand engagement with new and diverse audiences.
  • Collaborate with curatorial team and digital media manager to develop interpretive methodologies, innovating how individuals and communities make meaningful connections with our collection and exhibitions through a range of experiences, both in-gallery and online
  • Oversee the Regional Creatives Exhibition Series—a collaboration with local nonprofit arts organization Harvester Arts—including artist selection, installation, and programming
  • With the Manager of School & Family Programs, oversee and expand programs for school, youth, and family audiences:
    • Programs for early learners, including preschool Art Start program and Storytime in the Galleries
    • K-12 school tour program and programs for teachers, including Evenings for Educators and in-services
    • Production of interdisciplinary curricula based on exhibitions and the collection for a variety of programming needs including early-childhood programs, school field trips, alternative educational settings, weekend classes, and summer camps
    • Paid youth art classes, including WAM Camp, studio workshops for teens, and Kids Night Out
    • Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of the docent program (volunteer museum guides), including the design of professional development to expand their knowledge and skill set for a variety of audiences including adults, families, youth, and K-12
  • Manage the department collaboratively, empowering team members to be involved in decision-making activities and provide opportunities for professional development
  • Supervise LEAP staff, including part-time museum teachers
  • Successfully advise and direct evaluation of programs and identify outcomes, indicators, strategies, activities, data collection, and analysis for the department
  • Create and track budgets (and other administrative duties) required to successfully manage the department
  • Engage in professional development by attending and contributing to select conferences in the museum and related fields
  • Work with the Director of Development to identify program-related funders. Collaborate with Director of Development on solicitations by providing information required for proposals including program narratives and budgets
  • Provide reports and statistics as requested, provide information and support for grant applications and advancement initiatives and participate in institutional planning/initiatives
  • Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Certification:
  Master’s degree art education, art administration or bachelor’s degree with additional progressive experience in a museum or educational setting
  Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

  Experience Required:
  Minimum 5-7 years prior experience with educational programming and knowledge of current museum education methodologies
  2+ years of supervisory experience

  Required knowledge:
  Knowledge of state and national educational standards, knowledge of American art history, studio art practices, learning theories, and visitor studies content,

  Skills/Abilities:
  Excellent public speaking skills, demonstrated ability to strategically manage and mentor a team, able to adapt to use diverse communication models, digital technologies, and analytical tools such as SurveyMonkey, able to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information; experience with standard office software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred, exceptional organizational ability, able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public, able to work with individuals and groups with diverse backgrounds, and able to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, must have a growth mindset with an ongoing desire to learn.

  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 type throughout their day

  Finger Dexterity:
  The employee is regularly 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. Will work regular and irregular hours, including select weekends, holidays and/or evenings as needed.

  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.

  TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@wam.org.
  

• Gallery Attendant (Part Time, Non-Exempt)

  Gallery Attendant (Part Time, Non-Exempt)

  ROLE
  The Gallery Attendant is responsible for specialized work that encompasses strong visitor service as well as surveillance and security duties. An individual in this position interacts positively with the public who visit museum galleries and attend museum programs. They prevent disorderly conduct and/or damage to works of art and museum property. The Gallery Attendant must work independently and use discretion and judgment to handle situations that arise. They may also coordinate with a team of other gallery attendants to balance and effectively execute daily security functions. The Gallery Attendant position requires flexible scheduling, including work during evening events and weekend open hours and/or events.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide direction and information to the public
  • Monitor security of property, especially art works on display, against fire, theft and vandalism
  • Make daily superficial examination of art works on display and records/reports any evidence of damage or deterioration
  • Maintain discipline in and around the building and grounds
  • Perform crowd control functions as needed
  • Contact maintenance staff as needed
  • Contact law enforcement as needed
  • Opens and closes the Museum
  • Operate and monitor electronic security systems and cameras
  • Directs visitors in evacuation of premises at times of emergency
  • Ensures that adequate lighting is provided when and where needed
  • Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Certification:
  High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  Bachelor’s degree preferred

  Experience Required:
  1+ years of experience in museum, zoo or not-for-profit organization preferred.
  1+ years of security experience preferred.                                                       

   

  Skills/Abilities:
  Comfort working with members of the public, able to walk for long period of time in a quiet manner, able to recognize hazardous events and respond quickly and appropriately, able to use and comprehend a logbook, basic understanding of security system operations, able to understand and follow instructions, rules and procedures, basic life safety methods and regulations, proficiency with standard office software applications including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word, excellent self-management, able to function as part of a team to complete projects.
  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (unassisted), push a cart with 60 pounds of resistance, as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for more than 2 hours at a time.

  SCHEDULE:
  Part-time flexible schedule.
  Regular work attendance required on evenings and weekends.

  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 Assistant (Full Time, Non-Exempt)

  ROLE

  The Wichita Art Museum’s Even Assistant will support the smooth planning and coordination of select internal museum events and facility rental events. This position works closely with the Event Coordinator and Director of Development to manage facility use for rental income to achieve annual earned revenue expectations. The Event Assistant is a highly organized, deadline driven, and eager to create fresh, dynamic, high-level experiences for members and visitors. The position entails working closely with museum patrons, vendors, volunteers, and facility-use clients. This position requires handling numerous details for multiple events in a fast-paced museum environment.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  · Support museum facility rentals to realize earned revenue goals.

  · Assist with details of events—including, but not limited to: patron dinners, exhibition opening receptions, annual fundraising gala, board meetings, concerts, and speakers, in addition to facility rental events such as: corporate receptions, business lunch meetings, anniversary dinners, and weddings.

  · Help implement event timelines and ensure deadlines are met.

  · Book talent, including musicians, bands, DJs, dancers, photobooths, etc.

  · Contract with additional vendors, theatrical/production providers for lighting, sound, AV, etc.

  · Coordinate with museum in-house café for food planning and arrangements.

  · Assist with oversight of event staff to efficiently run events, rentals, and programs.

  · Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation, and materials support.

  · Assist with event setup and tear down.

  · Help maintain inventory of event lighting, decor, linens, and miscellaneous display materials.

  · Coordinate with other museum departments the scheduling and use of facilities for onsite and offsite events.

  · Assist with vendor communications – booking, confirmation, check requests.

  · Respond to rental inquiries – phone, email, website.

  · Process paperwork for payments and receipts; and additional misc. paperwork and filing.

  · Provide a measure of event oversight, including being comfortable managing before/set-up, during, and/or after/teardown expectations.

  · Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.

  · Hours will vary based on the event schedule which includes evenings and weekends.

  Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Certification:
  Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field preferred

  Experience Required:
  3+ years of event coordination experience in museum or cultural organization, or equivalent combination of education and experience

  Required knowledge:
  Records management, event planning, email marketing and communications, event and client database management

  Skills/Abilities:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, project management, strong ability to manage multiple tasks at once with changing priorities, self-motivation, strong organizational skills, excellent customer service skills, high-level of problem-solving capabilities, customer service, positive attitude, and calm demeanor under pressure

  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 type throughout their day

  Finger Dexterity:
   The employee is regularly 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. Regular hours worked during 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 brings people, ideas, and American art together to