Exhibition Preparator and Registrar, Liberty Hall Academic Center and Exhibition Hall Position Available In Union, New Jersey

• External Applicant Instructions
• Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.
• Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
• Liberty Hall Academic Center and Exhibition Hall
• Exhibition Preparator and Registrar Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Liberty Hall Academic Center and the Galleries at Kean, the Exhibition Preparator and Registrar (Managing Assistant Director 3) manages the permanent art collection related programming, conservation, loans, and preservation; is responsible for the coordination of exhibition logistics, vendor relations, and operational management of gallery spaces; exercises general management and supervision over these sections of the Galleries at Kean and participates in the development program and division goals, policies and procedures; and does related work as required.

This position requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. Some travel is required.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in museum and/or gallery operations or arts management is required. A professional degree in one or more of the following areas is preferred: Museum Studies, Art History, Fine Arts and/or Public Administration. Professional experience managing galleries in higher education and professional training in the unique care, presentation and handling of valuable art objects is also preferred. Candidate must have excellent customer service skills, oral and written communication skills and organizational skills; be detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and work on numerous projects simultaneously; and have a unique understanding of the care, presentation and handling of valuable art objects. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made.

• Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references.
• Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is: $66,000 – $75,000. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website (https://www.kean.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits) .

• Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
• Additional Information
• Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml) (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures (https://www.kean.edu/media/reasonable-accomodations) .
• Mission Statement
• Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.
• EEO/AA Statement
• Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

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