Manager of Public Programs at Gilcrease Museum

Job Description
Job Summary: The Manager of Public Programs reports directly to the Director of Learning and Community Engagement. This position is responsible for developing coordinating implementing and evaluating public programs that connect the Museums mission strategies and core ideas to the collections contemporary culture and diverse community and university audiences. In collaboration with Gilcrease staff and key stakeholders within our institution this role serves as the key point of contact for public programs. Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Event Strategy and Under the leadership of the Director of Learning and Community Engagement and in collaboration with community representatives staff and other stakeholders design plan promote and implement public programs Develop a strategy to enhance the quantity creativity and effectiveness of Gilcrease programs Organize all documentation and paperwork related to planning and implementing programs as well as all records for partners and vendors Represent Gilcrease at professional conferences Program Development and Evaluation Develop a roster of innovative programs that increase attendance engage the community deepen learning and generate revenue Coordinate and implement all aspects of programs including but not limited to largescale social programs and festivals lectures symposia films performances workshops in gallery artistcentric programs and special projects Strengthen relationships with local colleges and universities and create programs for collegeaged adults Identify strong threads in contemporary culture and community conversations that tie into the Museums core stories and mission and create a dynamic forum to explore these developments Collaborate with the Marketing team to promote programs and develop resources and materials for publications publicity and social media Collaborate with artists scholars and other presenters through traditional interdisciplinary and innovative practices Collaborate with other Museum departments to effectively plan and improve working methods for the successful delivery of public programs as well as coordinate to ensure there is a balance of programs across the institution Collaborate with the Learning & Community Engagement team curators and other Museum and university staff in researching developing and producing interpretive materials for varied constituencies (i.e. adults college students volunteers senior citizens and the general public) as part of public programs Collect analyze and evaluate programmatic data to revise strategies and improve outcomes Administrative Support Develop manage and track program budgets on a regular basis Provide administrative assistance on grant projects as assigned by the Director Special Job Dimensions Occasional work on evenings or weekends for special events Occasional travel to academic conferences as an exhibitor Ability to work flexible hours as required for programs

Physical Demands
May need to lift up to 25 pounds Standing for extended periods Typing filing and using office equipment Sitting for long periods of time

Required Qualifications
Knowledge/Skill/Ability Demonstrated creativity in developing new models for programs and visitor engagement Strong organizational and analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of contemporary communications technology and social media Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Budgeting billing and record keeping experience Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse audiences Special interest in American history art history and Gilcrease collection areas Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization Equivalent Education/Experience Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Art History History Visual Arts Anthropology Education or a related field (advanced degree preferred). Strong grounding in the history culture and creative expressions of North America. Minimum of 3 years of experience producing public programs and events in a museum or cultural organization. Multilingual ability particularly in Spanish is a plus. Special Job Dimensions: Ability to work flexible hours including frequent evening and weekend hours for programs as required. Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from daytoday. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur as directed by management and will require revision of this job description.

Preferred Qualifications
Multilingual ability particularly in Spanish is a plus. Advanced degree