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Museum & Gallery Stu Assistant (Student Position)
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A Museum Curator builds and maintains collections at art museums and other museums. Uses in-depth knowledge of art or other artifacts to plan displays and exhibits, advise on museum acquisitions, identify and appraise works. A Museum Director manages overall museum operations.
$55,266 / year median in Michigan
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Museum & Gallery Stu Assistant (Student Position)
Job no: 498243
Work type: Student Employment
- Work Study Only
Location:
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories:
Student Employment
- Work Study Only
Position Title:
Museums and Galleries Student Asst
- Art Gallery (Student Position)
Location:
Big Rapids, MI Department:
Art Gallery
Advertised Salary:
$13.73
- $13.
99
Summary of Position:
Student workers will assist in all duties relating to the installation and striking of exhibitions using proper art handling methods and Best Practices.
Position Requirements:
- Applicants should possess basic computer and office skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- good written and oral communication skills
- Be able to lift and carry variety of items to set up the gallery
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Interact positively and be able to discuss the art on display with a diverse demographic of visitors to the gallery including artists, students, staff, faculty, administration, and community members both youth and adult.
- Assist in maintaining attendance records
- Provide secretarial support and assist with updating and maintaining the gallery website and social media sites.
Number of Positions Available:
1 Documents Needed to
Apply:
Resume/Class Schedule Job Close Date:
December 12, 2026
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised:
18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time