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Museum Education Coordinator Airion Rivero (far right) assists with artmaking during Saturday’s Family ArtVenture
The Wichita Art Museum is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Museum does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
The Wichita Art Museum has one of the premier collections of American art and has a $4 million annual budget, staff of 24 full-time, 32 part-time, and a corps of 100+ volunteers. The museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by Wichita Art Museum, Inc. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Wichita Art Museum’s mission connects brings people, ideas, and American art through remarkable experiences.
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Annual Giving Manager (Full Time, Exempt)
ROLE The Wichita Art Museum’s Annual Giving Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining the museum’s fundraising strategies and campaigns. This position also works to actively maintain and build upon the organization’s relationships with donors, corporations, volunteers, and board members. The ideal candidate will be able to juggle many competing priorities, executing complex projects—often involving multiple internal stakeholders and will be passionate about people, ideas and art.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is responsible for:
Maintaining content and data for all development materials including direct mail fundraising appeals, campaign-specific, and project-specific solicitation materials
Supporting the development and implementation of a monthly giving program
Planning and executing Annual Fund campaigns using print, electronic, and other fundraising media
Cultivating and stewarding mid-level membership and annual donor base and strengthening relationships with current members below the major donor level
Meeting annual donation goals for donors who contribute less than $5,000 annually
Collaborates with the Director of Development and team on an Annual Giving strategy as part of the organization’s fundraising priorities and strategies
Collaborates on strategy to meet fundraising goals for membership, contributions, exhibitions, and event
Responsible for a portfolio of 200+ prospects; cultivation and stewardship of targeted prospects for annual gifts ranging from $1,000-$5,000, including, but not limited to membership, exhibition host committee, and operational giving
Responsible for the Museum’s Patron Member Circle ($1,000-$2,500), including cultivation and stewardship, member events, renewals and acquisition
Activates strategies around upgrading general members into the Murdock Society
Manages Affiliate Giving Groups such as Womens Giving Circles or Print Club
Supports sponsorship campaigns for affiliate events
Manages the Annual Fund Appeals, and other campaigns such as Giving Tuesday, working with development team to identify prospects, create planning documents, timelines, and collateral materials
Tracks and analyzes donation appeal data to determine effectiveness
Provides timely fundraising, donor, and portfolio reports as requested
Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 8+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of best practices and strategies for public relations, advertising, branding, website tracking and metrics, social media, videography and photography, email marketing and communications, CRM database, SEO, mobile engagement platforms, e-commerce, including website optimization, email acquisition strategies and customer conversion. SKILLS/ABILITIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, superior editorial and copywriting skills, experience with print production and project management, track record of high-quality earned media placements, familiarity with trends in social media and digital marketing, experience with CRM systems and data-driven decision making, experience in museums, arts or other non-profit organizations preferred.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION TALKING: Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly AVERAGE HEARING: Ability to hear average conversations at a standard level in an office/gallery environment around other visitors REPETITIVE MOTION: The employee is regularly required to type and/or handle cleaning equipment throughout the day FINGER DEXTERITY: The employee is regularly required to use their hands to demonstrate art-making activities AVERAGE VISION: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts) PHYSICAL STRENGTH: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (unassisted) as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods of time
WORKING CONDITIONS General professional indoor museum environment with climate control and adequate lighting. Occasional hours worked during evenings and weekends in order to meet organizational needs and deadlines.
MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION REASONING ABILITY: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization. LANGUAGE ABILITY: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to communicate clearly.
INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. ABOUT US The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art. With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by the Wichita Art Museum, Inc. The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas and art through remarkable experiences.
Registar
The Wichita Art Museum—in the largest metropolitan area in Kansas and with a premier American art collection—seeks a skilled and team-oriented Registrar to oversee the management and care of the museum’s distinguished 10,000+ artwork collection. With a strong regional presence, the museum has a significant American art collection with works across media and history. The prized Roland P. Murdock Collection anchors the museum and features masterpieces of American art from Winslow Homer to Mary Cassatt to Georgia O’Keeffe.
The Registrar manages all aspects of the Wichita Art Museum’s registration and collections management functions including temporary and traveling exhibitions, incoming and outgoing loans, acquisitions, cataloguing, database management, insurance, inventory, and storage. This position oversees the creation and maintenance of all object-related and exhibition-related records. The position is also responsible for the physical safety of the works of art in the collection. This includes ensuring proper installation of objects for display and in storage, ensuring safe methods of packing and transport of objects, arranging necessary conservation planning and treatment, and monitoring the museum environment. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative curatorial team, the Registrar contributes to WAM’s mission to bring “people, ideas, and American art together to enrich lives and build community.”
Responsibilities Include:
Comprehensive and proactive organization and oversight for the museum’s prized art collection.
Oversees physical care of the collection and loans through safe packing and shipping of objects, proper storage, handling, security, and storage methods. Provides condition reports and other necessary documentation.
Responsible for all aspects of loans to and from WAM, including loan documentation, packing, shipping, fine arts insurance, couriers, and assisting with budgeting.
Manages collections management database.
Creates and maintains collection records (including paper and electronic). Responsible for creating records relating to new acquisitions, including donor and purchase records.
Prepares and presents reports on collection growth, activity, and care.
Recommends and oversees fine arts insurance coverage.
Works closely with Facility and Security staff to ensure physical safety of collection and exhibitions at all times.
Works with Curator and Director to determine need and options for couriers, manages courier schedule, and couriers artworks nationally and internationally.
Oversees the review of facility reports for borrowing institutions and recommends action to Curator and Director.
Works in conjunction with Curator and Manager of Imaging and Installation to develop exhibition and project production schedules.
Responsible for the organization of the registrarial aspects of multiple venue exhibitions, which includes packing, shipping, insurance, couriers, documentation, and assisting with budgeting.
Monitors condition of permanent collection artworks and coordinates with Curator and Director to contract with outside conservators for necessary treatments.
Monitors art storage and exhibition spaces for climate, light levels, air filtration, and pest control.
Participates with Curator and other staff to plan, implement, and review collections management objectives and to develop policies and procedures, including periodic review of Collection Management Policy, Collection Plan, and Conservation Plan.
Works with Curator and other departments to prepare and administer grants relating to collection care.
Remains abreast of evolving issues in the art world and museum field as they relate to registration policy and practice and care of artworks.
Other duties as required.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required
At least five years museum registration experience required; additional museum registration experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience with standard office software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and collections management databases.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Exceptional attention to detail; exceptional organizational ability.
To apply: Salary commensurate with experience; salary range from $45,000 to $65,000. Position will be open until filled. Send email with cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@wam.org. Offer of employment will be made contingent upon passing a drug screening and background check. The Wichita Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers veteran’s preference to applicants who meet eligibility requirements.
The Wichita Art Museum opened in 1935 and is home to the Roland P. Murdock Collection, one of the premier collections of American art. With a nationally distinguished collection, the museum is a public/private partnership, owned by the City of Wichita and managed by Wichita Art Museum, Inc. The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.
Development Operations Coordinator (Full Time, Non-Exempt)
RATE: $18-22/hourly TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@wam.org. Job posting will remain on WAM.org website until filled. _______________________________________ ROLE The Development Operations Coordinator will be a part of an exciting, fast-growing non-profit organization. They will work as part of a dynamic fundraising team to manage and optimize the operations that are crucial to a thriving development operation. A successful candidate will thrive on supporting WAM’s relationships with donors, volunteers, and board members; building and maintaining various fundraising systems and tools; and have a passion for people, ideas, and art.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS · Responsible for managing operational aspects of the Development department and potentially overseeing the work of team members such as a data support assistant.
Oversees the organization’s database including membership processing, gift entry, gift reporting, and administrative support.
Assures integrity of data and records, deleting duplicate records, appropriate coding, etc.
Responsible for coordinating rental contracts, payments and other administrative tasks.
Works closely with the Finance Department for gift accounting reconciliation.
Assumes additional administrative responsibilities as requested to support the department and the organization.
Assists with prospect research for major gift prospects.
Tracks grant and foundation calendar for proposals and reports and supplementary materials to ensure that necessary internal and external deadlines are met for institutional funding.
Creates and tailors financial reports into formats requested by funders and senior leadership team.
Leads the department’s CRM system improvements as well as identifying and championing various tech solutions that support fundraising goals.
Oversees and implements stewardship systems including gift acknowledgments.
Monitors fundraising pages and presentations on website and in print publications for accuracy and timely information.
Works closely with Director of Development in creating and implementing development operation procedures, policies and strategies.
Responsible for coordinating rental contracts, payments and other administrative tasks.
Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent related experience required
Experience Required: 2-3 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, accounting or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience with database operations required.
Skills/Abilities: Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines, eagerness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented and goal-driven environment, critical-thinking skills, mastery of Microsoft Office suites, including Excel, strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
BENEFITS The Wichita Art Museums offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Paid vacation, holiday, personal, and sick days Flexible work arrangements Opportunity to participate in 401(k) Retirement Plan Medical, dental and life Insurance plans available Museum Store discounts.
Gallery Attendant (Part Time, Non-Exempt)
RATE: $12/hourly TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@wam.org. Job posting will remain on WAM.org website until filled. _______________________________________ ROLE The Gallery Attendant is responsible for specialized work that encompasses strong visitor service as well as surveillance and security duties. An individual in this position interacts positively with the public who visit museum galleries and attend museum programs. They prevent disorderly conduct and/or damage to works of art and museum property. The Gallery Attendant must work independently and use discretion and judgment to handle situations that arise. They may also coordinate with a team of other gallery attendants to balance and effectively execute daily security functions. The Gallery Attendant position requires flexible scheduling, including work during evening events and weekend open hours and/or events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide direction and information to the public
Monitor security of property, especially art works on display, against fire, theft and vandalism
Make daily superficial examination of art works on display and records/reports any evidence of damage or deterioration
Maintain discipline in and around the building and grounds
Perform crowd control functions as needed
Contact maintenance staff as needed
Contact law enforcement as needed
Opens and closes the Museum
Operate and monitor electronic security systems and cameras
Directs visitors in evacuation of premises at times of emergency
Ensures that adequate lighting is provided when and where needed
Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience Required: 1+ years of experience in museum, zoo or not-for-profit organization preferred. 1+ years of security experience preferred.
Skills/Abilities: Comfort working with members of the public, able to walk for long period of time in a quiet manner, able to recognize hazardous events and respond quickly and appropriately, able to use and comprehend a logbook, basic understanding of security system operations, able to understand and follow instructions, rules and procedures, basic life safety methods and regulations, proficiency with standard office software applications including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word, excellent self-management, able to function as part of a team to complete projects. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. (unassisted), push a cart with 60 lbs. of resistance, as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for more than 2 hours at a time.
Schedule: Part-time flexible schedule. Regular work attendance required on evenings and weekends.
Gallery Teacher (Seasonal, Non-Exempt)
RATE: $14-18/hourly; 6-10 hours/week
TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@wam.org. Job posting will remain on WAM.org website until filled.
_______________________________________ ROLE: Gallery Teachers are responsible for leading tours for K-12 students, including the fall featured exhibition Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice. The Gallery teacher will use interactive teaching strategies in line with WAM’s teaching philosophy to engage students with works of art in the galleries through close looking, discussion and active learning activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Facilitate engaging and educational learning experiences for small groups of K-12 students (approximately 10) in the WAM galleries, particularly in the fall featured exhibition Fighters for Freedom.
Contact schools in advance to confirm visits and inquire about special needs or requests.
Coordinate tour route and teaching goals with other teachers and volunteer docents who are leading tours for the same school.
Debrief about tour experience with other gallery teachers/docents after the tour.
Modify tour plan to meet the needs of students, accommodate varying abilities and address teacher requests.
Immediately notify WAM staff of issues impacting student safety and well-being.
Attend orientation and training sessions on works of art and teaching strategies prior to leading tours.
Routinely check email to stay informed about tour schedules, museum updates and tour changes.
Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification: B.A. degree in relevant field of art history, art education, studio art or museum education preferred
Experience Required: 1+ years of teaching school-aged learners required
Skills/Abilities: Sufficient knowledge regarding art to lead tours for students in kindergarten through high school effectively, ability to provide high-quality instruction for students who vary in age (5-18 years old), experience and ability, ability to create positive and supportive environments for students to learn and have fun, ability to communicate clearly and effectively, ability to follow tour plans while also adapting as necessary for student needs, ability to create a one-hour tour experience using guidelines and teaching philosophy/tour goals developed by LEAP department, ability to meet deadlines, ability to work both independently and with a team, ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, volunteer docents, teachers and other gallery teachers, ability to pass background checks
Museum Store And Welcome Desk Associate (Part-time)
The Wichita Art Museum (WAM) is looking for enthusiastic, reliable, outgoing individuals to provide museum customers with an outstanding experience and the highest level of customer service. Sales, merchandising and participation in museum events are all part of associate responsibilities. This position reports to the store manager and will be scheduled where needed between the Museum Store and the welcome desk.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide excellent customer service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm.
Actively engage customers and remain attentive to customer needs.
Assist customers with product selections and process all customer orders and returns.
Assist with inventory receiving, tagging or ticketing and merchandising on the sales floor.
Proactively attain product knowledge and be able to share that with co-workers and customers.
Participate in store special events, training and meet Museum initiatives.
Promote teamwork by working with store and other WAM staff effectively, safely, respectfully and efficiently.
Greet visitors and discuss membership options.
SCHEDULE
Part-time position of approximately 10-15 hours per week including weekends and Friday nights.
Museum is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10am-5pm, with later hours until 9:00pm on Fridays.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Must have weekend availability.
Strong, proven experience in customer service.
Outgoing and enthusiastic personality.
Collaborative nature and ability to work both independently and as a team member.
Comfortable with interactions at all levels of management, staff and the public.
Maturity to accommodate frequently shifting priorities calmly and professionally.
Position involves frequent standing and walking.
Computer competency and point of sale skills.
Ability to accurately handle money.
To apply: Position will be open until filled. Send email with resume/qualifications to jobs@wam.org.
Offer of employment will be made contingent upon passing a drug screening and background check. The Wichita Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers veteran’s preference to applicants who meet eligibility requirements.
Become a Family Programs Volunteer
Children making art at Family ArtVenture.
Do you enjoy art? Like interacting with people? Want to help WAM create fun art experiences for kids and their families? Being a Family Programs Volunteer at the Wichita Art Museum might be the right fit for you! These volunteers make Family ArtVenture programs possible and serve as hosts in WAM’s interactive space (The Living Room) on the weekends. Come join the WAM team!
Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview and those accepted into the volunteer program must attend a mandatory orientation session. All volunteers are subject to a background check.
Click here to fill out an application!
Questions? Please contact education@wam.org.
Become a WAM Docent
WAM Docent Corp — December 2022
Are you interested in being on Team WAM? Do you have what it takes to get excited about all forms and genres of American art? Do you enjoy sharing your enthusiasm with groups of school children? Are you looking for opportunities to keep engaged and active and give back to the Wichita community? WAM is looking for you.
WAM trains volunteer tour guides to provide exceptional educational tours for visitors to the museum. Docents undertake training to learn about art history, museum education, touring and interactive strategies, and communication skills. Being a docent at WAM encourages greater visual and cultural literacy, fosters lifelong learning, and creates lasting friendships.
To apply to WAM’s docent program, please complete the application here. The application deadline is Monday, August 14 by 5 pm, and training starts in September. If you have any questions, please contact education@wam.org.
Children making art at Family ArtVenture.
Do you enjoy art? Like interacting with people? Want to help WAM create fun art experiences for kids and their families? Being a Family Programs Volunteer at the Wichita Art Museum might be the right fit for you! These volunteers make Family ArtVenture programs possible and serve as hosts in WAM’s interactive space (The Living Room) on the weekends. Come join the WAM team!
Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview and those accepted into the volunteer program must attend a mandatory orientation session. All volunteers are subject to a background check.
Click here to fill out an application!
Questions? Please contact education@wam.org.
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