Assistant to Chief Curator
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SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Working independently, under the guidance of the Deputy Director and Jennifer and David Stockman Chief Curator, the Assistant to Chief Curator represents the office of the Chief Curator and requires a diplomatic demeanor as well as the ability to multi-task. The Assistant to Chief Curator will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day directives of their supervisor including calendar management, PowerPoint creation, and managing correspondence as well working across all departments on various projects.
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
WORK DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENT:
EDUCATION:
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: N/A
REPORTS TO: Deputy Director and Jennifer and David Stockman Chief Curator
LOCATION: One Liberty Plaza, New York, NY 10006
WORK SCHEDULE: 40 Hours per Week, Schedule TBD
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt
SALARY RANGE: $67,000 Annually
The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Working independently, under the guidance of the Deputy Director and Jennifer and David Stockman Chief Curator, the Assistant to Chief Curator represents the office of the Chief Curator and requires a diplomatic demeanor as well as the ability to multi-task. The Assistant to Chief Curator will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day directives of their supervisor including calendar management, PowerPoint creation, and managing correspondence as well working across all departments on various projects.
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 3- 5 years of Executive Assistant or Project Manager experience
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and courtesy
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Adept at follow-through with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment a must
- Ability to be proactive, use independent judgment and initiative
- Foreign language skills a plus, especially in Spanish, French, German, or Arabic
- Some working knowledge of modern and contemporary art
- General interest in global current events, especially in the cultural sphere
- Experience or ability to handle confidential information and material professionally
- Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage and maintain the Chief Curator’s calendar and serve as the central coordinator for meetings, appointments and events
- Work in tandem with other departments to schedule meetings, and gather or create meeting agendas
- Prepare the Chief Curator in advance of meetings both internally and externally and provide background information for anyone that the Chief Curator is meeting
- Screen incoming emails and flag urgent matters to the Chief Curator’s attention
- Manage the Chief Curator’s travel arrangements for flights, hotels and cars, including visas, custom clearances, and international health policies/testing
- Inform the Chief Curator of events on the Guggenheim Global Calendar
- Work in tandem with a team of Guggenheim coordinators and assistants to facilitate necessary communication around major and recurring events
- Organize and update the Chief Curator’s digital contacts
- Maintain confidential files for the Chief Curator’s access
- Work with the curatorial team to compile information for board meeting presentations
- Organize, distribute, and create PowerPoint materials on curatorial matters to the Board of Trustees and related committees
- Create PowerPoint presentations as needed for the Chief Curator’s various meetings
- Minor assistance on exhibitions for the Chief Curator
- Draft general correspondence for the Chief Curator
- Manage and submit the Chief Curator’s expenses monthly
- Check Chief Curator’s mail and packages and respond with correspondence as needed
- Work with the IT department for any technical troubleshooting
- Maintain the Chief Curator’s office
WORK DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties at any of the Guggenheim’s owned or leased properties upon request.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays on occasion.
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: N/A
REPORTS TO: Deputy Director and Jennifer and David Stockman Chief Curator
LOCATION: One Liberty Plaza, New York, NY 10006
WORK SCHEDULE: 40 Hours per Week, Schedule TBD
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt
SALARY RANGE: $67,000 Annually
The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.
Department: Curatorial
This is a full-time position