Staff Positions
Curator for Public Art
The Curator for Public Art at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts is responsible for researching, commissioning, and curating the installation of public art for Washington University’s Art on Campus program in collaboration with a team of campus leaders and stakeholders. The Curator also plays an active role in designing public, academic, and educational programs in relation to Art on Campus and conceives scholarly literature about public art. The Curator will report to the Director of the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum and participate in fundraising, develop relationships with donors and academic units, and engage in broader public relations. The Curator will contribute to the development and implementation of short- and long-range institutional goals. This position represents the Museum, the School, and the University locally, nationally, and internationally.
For more details about the position, view the Program Description PDF.
How to apply
For additional details and to submit an application, visit Washington University's HR website at jobs.wustl.edu and search for Job ID #23170.
Visitor Services and Events Coordinator (part-time)
The Visitor Services and Events Coordinator of the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts is responsible for assisting the Manager of Marketing, Visitor Services, and Events and expanding the level of excellence of the Museum’s visitor services and events. This is a part-time, benefits-eligible position with variable hours, averaging 20-25 hours per week.
How to apply
For additional details and to submit an application, visit Washington University's HR website at jobs.wustl.edu and search for Job ID #23535.
Facilities and Security Assistant
The Facilities/Security Assistant of the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts is responsible for assisting the Head Art Preparator/Facilities Manager in the supervision of all building maintenance repairs and projects, as well as assisting with exhibition de/installations. The Facilities/Security Assistant also assists the Security Supervisor in ensuring the safety and security of the Museum’s collection and personnel. The Facilities/Security Assistant is responsible for oversight of building repairs, upgrades, and other construction projects including skilled maintenance and capital projects, as well as playing a key role in emergency response.
How to apply
For additional details and to submit an application, visit Washington University's HR website at jobs.wustl.edu and search for Job ID #23543.
Student Employment
The Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum employs over fifty students during the school year in a variety of positions. The student work force is integral to the success of the Museum, and in turn provides students opportunities to gain experience in and an understanding of the day-to-day operations of a museum. Generally, Federal Work Study-eligible students are given preference for paid positions. Contact kemperartmuseum@wustl.edu for more information or to express interest in an open position.
Museum Attendant
Kemper Museum Attendants make up the majority of the student workforce at the Kemper Art Museum, working in the galleries to provide security for the Museum's permanent and temporary exhibitions. Additionally, Museum Attendants are called upon to convey information about current and upcoming exhibitions and events, as well as general visitor information. Successful candidates will be team-oriented, courteous, punctual, and dependable, and must adhere to the standard of professionalism and customer service at the Museum. Position reports to Security Supervisor. Students with a flexible schedule and a willingness to work evening and weekend hours are preferred.
Rights and Reproductions Assistant
The Rights and Reproductions Assistant oversees requests to reproduce artwork in the Museum's permanent collection. Duties include drafting correspondence, record-keeping, digital imaging, and assisting with other administrative tasks as needed. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented and computer literate. A background in art history is helpful. Position reports to Associate Registrar. This position requires approximately ten hours weekly, to be scheduled M-F, between 9 am and 5 pm, and will accommodate student schedules.
Registrar's Assistant
Registrar's Assistants provide general support on projects related to collections management, including data entry, assistance with basic artist/object research, digital imaging, cataloguing, and other administrative tasks. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, accurate, and computer literate. A background in art history is helpful. Position reports to the Chief Registrar and Associate Registrar. Hours will be scheduled M-F, between 9 am and 5 pm, and will accommodate student schedules.
Visitor Services Attendant
Visitor Services Attendants work directly with the public to answer questions and address visitor concerns, as well as run the Museum's small gift shop and assist with some basic external communications. A cheerful demeanor and helpful attitude are required along with the ability to convey information on current and upcoming exhibitions and events. Retail and/or customer service experience is a plus. May also be required to assist with shop inventory and maintenance, and/or special events. Students must be reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. A willingness to work evening and weekend hours is preferred. Position reports to Manager of Marketing, Visitor Services, and Events.
Facilities/Preparator Assistant
Facilities/Preparator Assistants aid in exhibition design/installation, art handling, and building maintenance. Additionally, Facilities Assistants construct, paint, and repair
objects, and perform other duties as assigned. Successful candidates will show initiative and independence, will be reliable, detail-oriented and computer literate, and have the ability to work with minimal supervision. Position reports to Facilities Manager. Hours are scheduled M-F, between 9 am and 5 pm, and will accommodate student schedules.
