Director of Galleries & Collections

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• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
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SUMMARY:

East Texas A&M University invites applications for the position of Director of Galleries & Collections a visionary and experienced leader who will guide the Universitys exhibition and collections programs into a new era of artistic educational and community engagement.

The Director of Galleries & Collections provides creative and administrative leadership for all University gallery operations including exhibition planning collections management community outreach and facilities oversight. Reporting to the Associate Dean of the College of Humanities Social Sciences & Arts the Director develops and implements strategies that elevate the visibility quality and impact of ETAMUs galleries and art collections. This position serves as both the artistic lead and administrative manager for the Universitys gallery system shaping exhibitions and programs that enrich the cultural life of the campus and region.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence research innovation and student success. With over 140 degree programs a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio and nationally ranked online and graduate programs ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community cutting-edge research opportunities and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and execute an annual exhibition plan aligned with ETAMUs mission.
• Establish partnerships with regional and national artists museums and cultural organizations.
• Represent the University in professional museum and arts associations.

Exhibitions & Programming

• Oversee the planning design installation and deinstallation of all exhibitions.
• Supervise curatorial staff student assistants and contractors involved in gallery operations.
• Develop interpretive materials labels and educational programming in collaboration with faculty and community partners.

Collections Management

• Direct the care documentation conservation and insurance of the Universitys permanent art collections.
• Manage incoming and outgoing loans exhibition records and condition reporting in compliance with professional standards.
• Coordinate storage transportation and environmental monitoring for collections and exhibitions.

Facilities & Operations

• Oversee gallery spaces and related facilities ensuring proper lighting security and climate control
• The Spaces include: The University Gallery The Presidents Gallery The Wathena Temple project Space and ETAMU Dallas Location.
• Manage budgets inventories and maintenance for exhibitions and collections.

Development & Outreach

• Cultivate donors sponsors and grant opportunities in partnership with University Advancement.
• Engage students faculty and the public through exhibitions artist talks and community events.
• Promote the Universitys art programs through media publications and digital platforms.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Masters degree in Art Art History Museum Studies Arts Administration or related field.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in museum or gallery administration. Demonstrated success in exhibition planning collections care and team leadership. Experience managing budgets supervising staff and collaborating across departments. Excellent communication organizational and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team. Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment with shifting priorities. Ability to communicate with all levels of customers and employees. Ability to work beyond normal office hours (evenings nights and weekends) as needed.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications:
• Physical Requirements:
• Other Requirements: Ability to move medium weight boxes or similar items. Ability to handle material which can contain dust or microscopic mold spores.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Seven or more years of museum or gallery experience including curatorial and fundraising responsibilities.
• Record of successful grant writing and donor cultivation.
• Familiarity with best practices in museum registration art handling and environmental management.
• Experience in university or academic museum settings.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

SALARY & APPOINTMENT:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications; anticipated range in the mid-to-upper $60000s annually with potential for adjustment for exceptionally qualified candidates

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants should submit:
1. A letter of interest addressing qualifications and vision for university galleries at ETAMU;
2. A current résumé or CV;
3. Contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for masters and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution.

Academic Excellence:

• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
• Over 140 degree programs including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
• First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelors degree in criminal justice.
• Distance education offerings in Corsicana Dallas Frisco McKinney Mesquite Bryan and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1300-acre agricultural research farm.

Vibrant Campus Life:

• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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