Associate Director of Art in Public Spaces Lead

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Association of Academic Museums & Galleries Full time

Job Description:

We are seeking an accomplished professional to serve as our Associate Director of Art in Public Spaces Lead. This critical role will lead the development and implementation of strategies for managing and conserving our extensive art collection, ensuring its long-term preservation and accessibility.

About the Role:

This full-time benefits-eligible position reports directly to the Director of the Smart Museum and has a dotted line report to the Senior Associate Vice President in the Office of the Executive Vice President. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in conservation or art museum collections management, with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a related job discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the general care, display, and storage of significant collections of works of art
  • Developing and overseeing contracts and contractors
  • Creating and maintaining reliable physical and digital records using The Museum System (TMS) database or similar Gallery Systems products

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Master's degree, preferably in art conservation
  • Previous work experience in conservation or in art museum collections management
  • Extensive knowledge of standards regarding the care and handling of art and knowledge of legal and ethical issues surrounding an art collection

Benefits:

This position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.



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