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School & Teacher Program Coordinator

TITLE: School & Teacher Program Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Education

SUPERVISOR: Director of Education

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time/ Non-Exempt

HIRING RANGE: $23.00 to $25.50 an hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience and other qualifications. Benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, 403B, and vacation package.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Prepare and conduct age-appropriate interdisciplinary arts education programs designed to encourage pre-K-12 students and educators to appreciate and understand art and its impact on culture through object-based learning.
Design and deliver engaging hands-on art classes and curriculum-based tours and workshops related to the Crocker’s collections and exhibitions for PreK-12 students and/or teachers that take place in the Museum, in schools and on virtual platforms.
Regularly review and revise program content in accordance with updates to state and national education policies, needs, and standards, and the Museum’s strategic priorities.
Promote the Museum's educational programs and build relationships with teachers, administrators, and school boards to grow the Museum’s school audiences.
Oversee the Museum’s PreK-12 learning and teacher professional development programs.
Serve as the Museum’s primary liaison with area school districts and school partners.
Work with educators, Museum staff, independent contractors, and others to develop online curriculum guides and lesson plans as well as other high-quality programs and instructional resources.
Coordinate tour + art workshops and artist-to-go programs in schools and onsite including hiring, training, and managing a corps of on-call artist educators.
Develop and lead pre-and in-service training and other professional development opportunities for school educators.
Manage the Art Ark, a mobile art gallery and classroom that travels to schools and community sites throughout the Region. Develop thematic biennial installations tied to common core and content standards, and oversee scheduling, staffing, and other logistics.
Supervise and train staff, docents, and other volunteers to work with school and teacher audiences.
Keep accurate statistics and other records on all aspects of school programming.
Interpret and analyze program attendance, evaluation information and other data to assess strengths and help determine direction for future school programs and partnerships.
Teach classes, professional development seminars, and other programs as needed and maintain necessary supply inventories.
Lead efforts and collaborate with colleagues to produce curricular resources for the Museum’s website and other popular online K-12 learning sites.
Remain up to date in knowledge of museum education theory, curriculum development, and current issues and practices in informal and formal education and object-based learning.
Collaborate with other Museum departments to integrate school programs with exhibition and facility schedules.
Help develop grants and other funding opportunities for school and teacher programs, including proposal development and writing, program delivery, data and budget tracking, and final reporting.
Work in collaboration with Marketing and Communications staff to publicize and promote school and teacher programs to the public.
Actively participate in cross-departmental committees/teams as appropriate.
Help further access and engagement for all audiences.
Represent the Crocker at professional conferences and community meetings.
All other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in art history, museum studies, art education, or other relevant field required. (Master’s degree and teaching credentials preferred).
Three or more years of successfully planning and facilitating inquiry- and object-based teaching and learning experiences for PreK-12 students.
Two or more years of successful leadership in a supervisory and/or project management role. Experience facilitating collaborative projects, building consensus among diverse perspectives in both internal and external constituent groups, as well as the ability to think strategically, problem solve, and supervise a team required.
Knowledge of current theory and practice in museum education and PreK-12 learning standards and trends.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises docents, artists and others delivering school programs.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan and institutional DEAI initiatives.
Be a responsible representative of Crocker.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and manage budgets related to School and Teacher Programs, including grant budgets.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; sit for long periods of time; reach and manipulate with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

On-site, 40 hours/week; hours are generally 8AM to 5PM but may be off shifted to accommodate evening and weekend events and programs (on- or off-site).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Crocker Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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Evergreen Requisition: Educator

TITLE: Educator

DEPARTMENT: Education

SUPERVISOR: Associate Director of Education

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: On Call

HIRING RANGE: $25 per instructional hour of teaching

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Crocker Art Museum brings people together and connects them in unexpected ways with art, ideas, each other, and the world around them. We value the diversity pf individuals and the perspectives, insights, and values they bring to the workplace. This position helps fulfill this by supporting offsite school programs, community outreach, and on-site school programs by conducting arts education programs that support the mission of the Crocker and California State Standards. This position will support all programs for students, teachers, and adults in grades pre-K-12, with primary duties related to the Art Ark, Crocker Art Camp, Artist-to-Go, Tour + Art Workshops, Student Exhibitions, Public Programs, and Studio Classes. This position provides support and programmatic assistance to the Education Department, School Programs Coordinator, Studio Experiences Manager, and Associate Director of Education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform the daily logistics as necessary for teaching with the Art Ark, Crocker Art Camp, Tour + Art Workshops, Artist-to-Go, Public Programs, and Studio Programs.
Prepare and conduct age-appropriate arts education programs designed to encourage pre-K-12 students to appreciate and understand artmaking and art history through use of the Crocker, its collections, and resources. This includes implementing hands-on art classes and workshops for students and/or curriculum-based art workshops for teachers and adults related to the Crocker’s collection—at schools throughout the Sacramento region and at the Museum.
Assist in evaluating the programs through written and photographic records. Maintain a log of observations, track attendance; distribute, collect, and collate program evaluation surveys.
Conduct classes, demonstrations (usually in the evening and on the weekends), Crocker Art Camp sessions, Tour + Art Workshop studio sessions, and Artist-to-Go presentations.
Provide on-going classroom, studio, and supply maintenance, including cleaning and repairing of activity stations. Assist in coordinating Art Ark moves from site to site.
Aid in monitoring security and safety of the Ark, including operating the wheelchair lift.
Update School Programs Coordinator and Studio Manager on needed supplies on an ongoing basis.
Attend staff, committee, and community meetings as assigned.
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned, including Public Program events which can occur in the evenings and on the weekends.

General Duties

Maintain positive customer relations (internal and external).
Perform multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy, creativity, finesse, brand adherence, and flexibility.
Accurately organize, and prioritize day-to-day project lists and assist with internal project management and cross-department facilitation to complete projects within set timelines.
Provide general teaching services for the Museum's internal needs and participate in cross functional teams while working toward institutional outcomes.
Work collaboratively with all Museum departments.
Maintain an awareness of best practices in Museum and art education, including an active awareness of education programs at the Museum.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience in an educational or teaching environment. Background in conducting art workshops and teaching a range of ages in classroom, community, and museum settings. Ability to engage children and youth in grades pre-K-12, and adults, through an inquiry-based method of investigating artworks.
Bachelor’s degree in Studio Art, Art Education, Art History, or related field, or equivalent experience. Knowledge of studio art processes and core understanding of art history.
Experience communicating with teachers, school administrators and parents.
Strong written and oral communications and organizational skills. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with members, visitors, volunteers, vendors, etc.
Must be available to work occasional evenings and/or weekends.
Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving ability
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and across departments
Ability to be flexible and perform multiple tasks simultaneously, particularly as they relate to coordinating programming at various stages of development and implementation.
Ability to work on project teams and with diverse colleagues, audiences, and artists within the community. Awareness of physical and emotional health of children.
Attention to detail; ability to work under deadline; ability to follow through on long- and short-term projects.
Ability to write in clear and concise prose.
Ability to communicate clearly in one-on-one or group situations.

Ability to use Microsoft Office and conduct research, some online.
Given the outreach focus of this position, it is necessary that the Educator be able to travel in an expedient fashion to various school and community sites to implement job duties.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum's mission, vision, values, strategic plan and institutional DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other's perspectives.
Remember you are a representative of the Crocker.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Take care to use Crocker resources responsibly.
Work with colleagues to assure educational projects adhere to department budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a "zero-tolerance" policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

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Director of Education

TITLE: Director of Education

DEPARTMENT: Education

SUPERVISOR: Mort and Marcy Friedman Director and CEO

HIRING RANGE: $99,110.67 - $130,041.78/year

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Curator of Education is responsible for the creation, development, and evaluation of the interpretive and educational programming at the City of Sacramento's Crocker Art Museum. The position is responsible for developing and implementing an annual plan designed to promote student, adult, educator, and family programs of the highest quality, author new products, and manage resources. The position provides leadership and strategic direction to the Education staff and works closely with members of the senior management team toward fulfilling the institutional vision and mission. The Curator of Education is the primary liaison between the Art Museum and various external constituencies, working to attract and retain diverse audiences and cultivate participation in and contributions to the Museum.

For more information and to apply, please visit the City's Government Jobs site.

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Development Assistant

TITLE: Development Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Development

SUPERVISOR: Director of Institutional Advancement

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time/Non-Exempt

HIRING RANGE: $19.75 to $20.25 /hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience and other qualifications. Benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, 403B, and vacation package.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide administrative support to the Director of Institutional Advancement. This includes scheduling, communicating with donors and members via phone and email, filing, preparing invoices, letters, and other documents as requested.
Open and distribute the daily mail.
Prepare and distribute the Museum’s daily check log.
Track Development Department expenses, including purchasing, coding and processing invoices, and reconciling credit card statements for the department.
Assist with tracking ticket, table, and sponsorship sales for fundraising events (Crocker Ball and Art Auction), following up with guests on attendee information including preferred recognition and dietary restrictions, and managing the registration and seating process.
Utilize the Museum’s fundraising database (Tessitura) to track development activities and maintain records following established standards to ensure data health and consistency.
Assist with corporate and foundation sponsorship fulfillment by ensuring accurate sponsor recognition, distributing hospitality benefits, and coordinating sponsor communications.
Provide excellent customer service by maintaining an understanding of the Museum’s priorities and activities and effectively communicate them to stakeholders.
Track and fulfill external donation requests.
All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Combination of education and work experience demonstrating strong communications, technology, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation to compose and edit business documents, letters, and other materials.
Office skills to create professional letters, documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in teams and across departments while interacting professionally, diplomatically, and productively with colleagues and contacts at all levels.
Ability to solve problems independently, establish processes and improve department efficiency.
Self-motivated with an ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Expertise with database (CRM) software programs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Punctuality.
Good judgment.
Must be available evenings and weekends as needed.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and institutional DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.
Represent the Crocker at a variety of programs and functions.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stweard the Museum's resources responsibly.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness when dealing with financial tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and/or sit for long periods of time. They must have physical dexterity and the ability to carefully handle objects, as well as ability to lift and move items of various weights and sizes. Positions have occasion to lift and/or move objects of 15-20 lbs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a “zero-tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

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Evergreen Requisition: On-Call Preparator

TITLE: On-Call Preparator

DEPARTMENT: Curatorial

SUPERVISOR: Manager of Exhibition Design

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: On Call

HIRING RANGE: $18-$20 per hour, Depending on Experience

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Preparator engages audiences by creating dynamic and educational exhibition installations. Working as part of a team of art preparators/installers, this position is primarily responsible for facilitating the installation of exhibitions in the Museum per the Museum exhibition program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Collaborate in a team environment to produce superior quality exhibitions
Installing and deinstalling exhibitions and installations according to the plans of the Exhibition
Designer, Registrar, or designated Curatorial staff
Preparing and packing/unpacking objects for travel and assisting with incoming and outgoing shipments
Ability to safely use hand and power tools and other necessary equipment.
Paint galleries and exhibition furniture
Prepare signs and labels
Fabricate hanging and mounting systems for works of art
Ability to perform physical work associated with preparation of exhibits.
Perform maintenance duties to keep exhibits and displays clean and clearly labeled
Prepare artwork and historical artifacts for shipping; receive and unpack shipments of art objects and other exhibition related materials
Transport art in 26’ moving trucks; knowledge of proper strapping techniques required
Completing finish work for exhibitions or installations including lighting, leveling, cleaning, labeling, and signage
Ability to multi-task and assume a variety of projects simultaneously.
Perform related duties as required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Successful completion of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university in art, commercial art, museum studies, art museum education, or a closely related field.
Ability to work with new/digital media, such as A/V setup and projection, digital editing, DVD authoring.
Ability to solve problems and find attractive and safe solutions to hanging and/or showcasing unusual works of art.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with staff members, volunteers, and subcontractors.
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to aggressive changeover schedule.
Valid California driver’s license.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

Rigging techniques for large and small objects.
Three years of professional art installation experience working in an art museum, gallery, related institution, or art studio.
Familiarity with lighting art.
Complicated fabrication of wood, metal, or plastic.
Familiarity with welding techniques; MIG and Oxy.
An understanding of the goals and strategies of art museum education.

Strong design skills and knowledge of a range of aesthetic styles to assure historical appropriateness and compatibility between the exhibition design and the art presented.
Matting and framing skills.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure that projects and supplies are within the annual fiscal budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for long periods of time; use hands and arms to reach, handle, and feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs or more.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a “zero-tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

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Grants & Sponsorship Manager

TITLE: Grants & Sponsorship Manager

DEPARTMENT: Development

SUPERVISOR: Director of Institutional Advancement

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time/Non-Exempt

HIRING RANGE: $70,000 - $85,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience and other qualifications. Benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, 403B, and vacation package.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Crocker Art Museum is dedicated to promoting an awareness of and enthusiasm for human experience through art. We measure our success by our ability to enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the communities we serve. This position helps fulfill this by generating funds from new and existing partners, including corporations, foundations, organizations, and government granting agencies. Core to this position is the effective written presentation of the Crocker Art Museum’s mission, exhibitions, programs, and institutional priorities through the development, execution, and follow-up of solicitations and proposals. This position is also responsible for ensuring funded projects are executed and funds are spent in compliance with funder requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

In consultation with the Director of Development, manage and grow the Museum’s institutional giving program, working with other Development staff to implement and maintain a comprehensive grant schedule and funding strategy.
Conduct research on corporations, foundations, and government granting agencies to identify potential funders.
Cultivate funders through regular email and phone communications, and in-person meetings as needed.
Work closely with Education, Curatorial, Marketing, Finance, and other Crocker departments to gather information and prepare materials for grant requests and reports.
Solicit grants and sponsorships. Draft concept papers, proposals, presentations, and reports as needed.
Manage all funded awards and ensure project expenses are properly tracked and all grant deadlines are met.
Onboard relevant Crocker staff to funded projects and work with project directors to ensure all roles and responsibilities for proposed outcomes are clearly defined, communicated, and delivered.
Oversee and implement stewardship strategies for corporate and foundation funders, including sponsorship fulfillment.
Provide analysis and reports to track progress toward fundraising goals.
Maintain updated records for institutional funders in fundraising database (Tessitura).
Provide analysis and reports to track progress toward fundraising goals.
Maintain updated records for institutional funders in the fundraising database (Tessitura).
Coordinate with Marketing department on grant and sponsorship-related activities, including but not limited to: annual report, ArtLetter member magazine, online corporate and foundation recognition and other outreach materials.
Maintain knowledge of Museum programs and initiatives. Must be able to write a strong case for support to funders.
Attend appropriate and important community, civic, and social events/activities.
All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 years of demonstrated grant writing experience is required.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through written communications.
Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving ability.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and across departments.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Tessitura or other CRM software experience preferred.
Ability to successfully plan and achieve short-term and long-term fundraising goals.
Knowledge of institutional funding best practices.
Excellent organizational and project management skills that reflect ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
Ability to understand and employ various financial skills, e.g., budgeting, cost analysis, forecasting, etc.
Punctuality.
Good judgement.
Skills in diplomacy.
Must be available evenings and weekends.
Ability to monitor own work to ensure quality and accuracy.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan and institutional DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.
Represent the Crocker at a variety of programs and functions.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Director of Development in preparing the annual budget and work plan and work within established budgets.
Steward the Museum's resources responsibly.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness when dealing with financial tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person for each job. The Museum has a “zero-tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

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