Technical Assistant- Curatorial

at  City of Lancaster

Close Date: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST)
Position: Technical Assistant- Curatorial
Department: Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community Services- Arts and Museums
Hourly Range: $22.04-$25.51
Classification: Temporary
Non-Exempt – Overtime Eligible

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Technical Assistant- Curatorial provides oversight for exhibitions and special programs at the Lancaster Museum of Art and History. The Technical Assistant- Curatorial will be responsible for the development of exhibitions, including didactic texts, press releases, working with artists, and conducting studio visits; program facilitation, special projects, as assigned; and other curatorial initiatives. This role requires strong writing skills and writing samples will be required when applying.
Application Requirements: Applicants will need to upload at least two writing samples demonstrating your skills and experience relevant to this role. Only submit previously created writing samples; no new samples are required for this application. Writing samples should be submitted as part of your application in the same upload as your resume or as separate attachments.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to organize
• Strong writing skills
• Art historical understandings
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants, and the public

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance
• Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Arts or a related field is desirable

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information
• Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
• Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
• Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (frequent)
• Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
• To move, transport, position items up to 15 lbs. (frequent)
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (moderate)
• Operate Equipment (frequent)
• Stationary or squatting position (frequent)

ESSENTIAL COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze (continuous)
• Computations (frequent)
• Generate Written Work Product (frequent)
• Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
• Interruptions (frequent)
• Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
• Organize (frequent)
  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;
  The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
  The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work closely with MOAH’s curatorial staff to develop and implement the museums’ exhibition programs.
• Research and create original didactic wall texts, including exhibition descriptions and curatorial statements.
• Liaise with artists to develop exhibition tests that accurately represent their work to the public.
• Conduct professional and concise studio visits with artists.
• Interface with artists and other community stakeholders to facilitate innovative public programs.
• Work closely with MOAH’s marketing team to develop press releases.
• Develop press copy and other marketing collaterals, as needed.
• Evaluate the museum’s current roster of programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.