Associate Director – UVU Museum of Art

Salary: $58,455.00 – $78,038.00 Annually

Location : 800 W University Parkway, Orem

Job Type: FT Exempt Salaried Staff

Job Number: FY2401358

Division: School of the Arts

Department: UVU Museum of Art

Opening Date: 07/28/2023

Closing Date: 8/27/2023 11:59 PM Mountain

First Review Date: 08/12/2023

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Position Announcement
The School of the Arts seeks a dynamic and experienced administrator to be the Associate Director for the UVU Museum of Art at Lakemount. Under the direction of the Museum Executive Director, the Associate Director is responsible for the management and administrative direction of daily operations for the UVU Museum of Art. This position assists with strategic planning, provides organizational leadership, and participates in long-range planning and overall management of the Museum, including implementation of strategic objectives and initiatives. Under the leadership of the Executive Director, the Associate Director manages and implements the creative and administrative functions of the UVU Museum of Art, including overseeing and collaborating with staff on curation, exhibitions, collections management, installations, visitor services, volunteers, finances, retail operations, communication, and outreach. The Associate Director manages the development, oversight, and implementation of the Museum’s educational programs and outreach consistent with the mission of the Museum and University. The Associate Director serves as the contact for artists, collectors, students, and visitors.

The UVU Museum of Art (formerly Woodbury Art Museum) is part of the School of the Arts at Utah Valley University. It is a dynamic institution recognized for engaged and diverse exhibitions, programs, and partnerships. Since the museum’s founding in 2002, it has been an important place for the stewardship of art and education. The UVU Museum of Art at Lakemount, which opened in Spring 2023, embodies the mission and values of the University, expanding arts education in an innovative environment that cultivates community appreciation for the arts through the interdisciplinary exploration of art, ideas, and experience and celebrates the legacy of Melanie Bastian as a community benefactor and champion of art and learning.
Summary of Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Executive Director, manages and implements the creative and administrative functions of the Museum, including developing, planning, curating, and scheduling museum exhibitions and programs as well as overseeing collections management, and installation. Responsible for all artworks on site and/or loan, including preservation, coordination, installation, and arranging transport.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director, manages and implements the creative and administrative functions of the Museum, including developing, planning, and scheduling museum exhibitions and programs as well as overseeing collections management, and installation. Responsible for all artworks on site and/or loan, including preservation, coordination, installation, and arranging transport.
• Manages the development, oversight, and implementation of the Museum’s educational programs and outreach consistent with the mission of the Museum and University.
• Oversees visitor services, volunteers, communication, and outreach. In partnership with the Visitor Services Coordinator, leads community outreach and involvement. Develops opportunities that support the Museum’s learning initiatives and outreach programming.
• Ensures best practices are used in each area of museum work. Ensures the museum remains open during all public hours. Serves on the Museum Advisory Committee and other committees or boards as designated by the Executive Director.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a master’s degree in Museum Studies or closely related field. At least 3 years of full-time staff level experience at an art museum.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of museum studies and a strong background in the arts/art history.
• Working knowledge of current museum best practives, including object handling.
• Knowledge and experience in managerial and/or administration in museums/academic settings.
• Knowledge of museum education methods and practices.
• Experience with community outreach.

Skills:

• Advanced skills in strategic thinking, writing and administration.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Broad knowledge of art techniques, museum practice, and museum education pedagogy.
• Integrate knowledge of equity, diversity and inclusion with museum programming and outreach to create inclusive experiences for the campus and community.

Abilities:

• Ability to supervise others.
• Ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work with diverse members of the community, people of all ages, and skills.
• Ability to design programming for target audiences.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University’s dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family’s overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University’s benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university’s High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee’s compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

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