Fellowship Coordinator

The Lunder Institute Fellowship Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and high-quality execution of the Lunder Institute of American Art's fellowship programs and other operations. This position reports to the Director of the Lunder Institute and works closely with LIAA managers to coordinate logistics, manage administrative tasks, and facilitate community engagement.

• Coordinate fellowship programs, events, and activities, including residential and non-residential fellowships, convenings, and annual summer think tank.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for residential fellows, scholars, and visiting artists, creating a welcoming space and experience for all.
• Liaise between LIAA, Colby, and fellows, managing administration associated with fellowship selection, onboarding, and on-site accommodations.
• Organize meetings, events, and studio visits, and collaborate with Colby Museum academic and public engagement staff and faculty to facilitate curricular engagements and community partnerships.
• Manage administrative support, student workers, and set behavior expectations, ensuring adherence to campus/work study limits and providing mentorship as needed.
• Work with LIAA staff to coordinate with internal and external program stakeholders, communications staff, and media outlets.
• Prepare and organize communication, marketing, and promotion of LIAA programs, including LIAA Fellowships, LIAA alumni, and LIAA programs.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Minimum 1-3 years of related work experience in higher education, artist residencies, or nonprofit arts organizations, with experience organizing events and facilitating community engagement preferred.
• Proven experience successfully leading complex projects through completion.
• Attention to detail and ability to track material such as budgets and projects.
• Knowledge and/or interest in American and contemporary art and art history preferred.
• Excellent verbal/interpersonal communication skills and organizational skills, with experience with social media, marketing, and website management preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced working environment, perform effectively under pressure, and anticipate potential problems and take initiative to implement resourceful solutions.
• Exceptional time management skills to supervise multiple projects and adjust to shifting priorities as new projects are assigned.
• Adept at exercising independent judgment in a highly visible and fast-paced environment.
• High level of proficiency with technology, including superior skills with Microsoft Office and Google Suite software.
• Ability to make an impact as a member of a team and diverse community.
• Deep appreciation for the liberal arts model and Colby's mission and values.

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. Some evening and weekend work is required throughout the year to be determined by the needs of the department.

Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).