Community Engagement Coordinator

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Curator of Culture and Community Relations, the Community Engagement Coordinator will be an integral liaison with the Arizona community; our university community of students, staff and faculty; and our international audience of craft artists, scholars and enthusiasts with the goal of increasing the visibility of and access to our craft collections. Working closely with the Learning & Co-Creation department, this position oversees and manages the activation of the Ceramics Research Center, Print Study Room, and Nelson Fine Arts Center exhibits by planning events and programs. This position will be out in the community fostering relationships and planning programming to activate the various exhibitions and offerings of the ASU Art Museum with a dynamic calendar throughout the year. The Community Engagement Coordinator will also assist with managing the physical condition, care and display of the collection and archive, in addition to producing and developing interpretive materials and public programs focused on the artworks and archival materials in the Museum’s craft collection and Ceramics Research Center Brickyard facility alongside the Learning Program Specialist. Job descriptions are subject to change by the ASU Art Museum as the needs of the Museum and requirements of the job change. This position is funded in whole or part by sources other than general operating appropriation and may terminate when funding is no longer available.

Requirements

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in 20th- and 21st-century art, with particular interest in craft and ceramics.
Exceptional skills in interpersonal communication, connecting with the public and building relationships with community members and supporters.
Demonstrated experience in communications, public speaking and leading public programs.
Excellent writing, research and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Experience working cross-departmentally and in a team-centered environment.
Capacity to take initiative, work thoughtfully, quickly, thoroughly and collegially; and respect the day-to-day process.
Ability to lift/pull/push/carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to walk moderate distances, stand for long periods of time, stoop, reach, bend at waist

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Museum Studies, Art, or related field
One year museum registration or public programming experience

Responsibilities

Cultivate partnerships and act as an ambassador for community relations to promote the mission of the ASU Art Museum
Lead & coordinate dynamic and relevant educational public programming to reach a broad range of audiences responsive to the ASU Community and the needs of Phoenix communities, while also expanding existing programs reaching historically underserved peoples - including activation of Print Study, Ceramics Research Center, and NFAC.
Manage community, and donor visits of Print Study Room, Ceramics Research Center, and NFAC. (Adult tours)
Assist with Community of Practice development and coordination with the Curator of Culture and Community Relations.
Assist with community partner event planning and coordination.
Assist with departmental budgeting and expense tracking including contracts, purchasing materials and supplies for events & programs
Support and attend museum events
Collaborate with guest services, curatorial, preparation, registration, development and communications staff on a regular basis.
Work closely with Communications to design signage and other educational and wayfinding materials for the museum.
May assist with student worker supervision
Attend daily check-ins with direct supervisor, these may be virtual or in person
Attend monthly in person, all-staff meetings
Actively use & maintain project management tools such as Basecamp
Other duties may be assigned.