Coordinator, Lifelong Learning and Accessibility

DENVER ART MUSEUM INC•Denver, CO

4d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

At the Denver Art Museum (DAM), we work together to build a world where art sparks creativity, and connects, inspires, and empowers people and communities. The Learning and Engagement (L&E) department at the Denver Art Museum builds art and creativity experiences together with communities, fostering well-being, belonging, and empathy for all and advancing next practices in the museum field. As part of the Lifelong Learning and Accessibility division within L&E, you will help execute a dynamic suite of public programs (reaching almost 5000 visitors annually across Denver Metro region) and implement accessibility initiatives that champion universal design and celebrate the role of creativity in healthy living for people of all ages and abilities. Be a part of a curious, respectful, dynamic, inclusive and creative team who are committed to creating memorable museum experiences for all! If you share our passion for creativity and community building, we encourage you to apply! Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday; may require occasional weekend and evening hours. Starting Pay Range: $20.00 --$25.00/hour, based on experience. A $0.50/hour language differential is available for candidates who demonstrate Spanish language proficiency. Perks & Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. free DAM Family Membership. Please note: The Denver Art Museum does not provide parking for its employees.

Requirements

A degree (or relevant lived experience) in studio art, education, social work. Relevant professional experience can be substituted for educational requirements.
1-3 years of experience working in a cultural institution, non-profit, or educational setting.
Knowledge and/or experience with accessibility and universal design. Committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible and inclusive culture.
Effective communicator with colleagues and visitors. Experience working with people with disabilities and older adults.
The ability to work with a variety of people on simultaneous projects; able to recognize problems as they arise and to take initiative.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills with colleagues and visitors. Experience working with people with disabilities and older adults.
Prolonged periods of working at a computer in an open office
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and operating office equipment
Some light lifting (less than 50 pounds)
Occasional local travel to meetings, events, etc.
Occasional evening and/or weekend work as required, with advanced notice
Frequent interaction and communication with visitors by email, phone, and in-person

Nice To Haves

American Sign Language competency is encouraged.
Established creative practice or teaching experience is encouraged.
Key relationships with a diverse group of Colorado-based disability organizations, teaching artists, creative community or experience building and sustaining a network of partners and community organizations.

Responsibilities

Supporting the development and implementation of Art & Wellness programs and spaces that reach and are relevant to Denver metro communities, particularly to active older adults and visitors with disabilities. Current programs include Art and About, Art at Hand boxes, Art at Hand Community Connections, Sensory Garden.
Maintaining systems for communication, scheduling, and distributing resources across internal museum departments and external partners to execute high quality and impactful programs.
Executing evaluation studies of current and future programs to gather feedback from artists, visitors, and community. Help assess and refine programs based on learnings.
Supporting the development of accessibility programs, resources and accommodations for visitors with disabilities that remove barriers to accessing the DAM.
Create systems to support accessibility consultation during the development and installation of special exhibitions and public programs; help inform Museum-specific guidelines as necessary.
Execute the planning and development of deliverables connected to current and future grant-funded projects. Currently including the 2025-2028 Designing for Accessibility project.
Develop project timelines and schedules that align closely with the grant to ensure grant deliverables and deadlines are met. Schedule and lead planning meetings, create agendas, and follow-up on action items related to project planning.
Facilitate project-related communications within the core teams, the extended Learning and Engagement team, as well as key stakeholders from other departments (development), and outside consultants to ensure successful planning and delivery of the grant program and understanding of how these fit with institutional and departmental priorities.
Build systems for project documentation and maintain evaluation data.
Coordinate community and external partner meeting logistics and attend meetings as necessary (working occasional evenings and weekends may be necessary).
Inform and support program training with interns, volunteers and staff who help implement Art and Wellness programs.
Helping recruit and train interns, staff and volunteers who support Art & Wellness and Accessibility programs.
Maintaining consistent communication and training materials for volunteer groups supporting Lifelong Learning and Accessibility programs, including Sensory Garden Guides, Access Docents, Art at Hand Community Connections, and special events
Utilizing Volgistics and Talent Learning Management System (LMS) to coordinate communication, scheduling, and training resources for volunteers. Current volunteer groups: Art and About, Art at Hand Community Connections, Sensory Garden Guides, Untitled Artist Takeover.
Working with Denver Botanic Gardens staff and Teaching Specialist to develop and implement training programs for Sensory Garden and Art at Hand volunteers (reserve spaces, maintain training calendar, oversee communications with volunteers).
Maintaining exceptional program quality and effectiveness and fostering a culture of discovery, creativity, and personal connection to art and culture.
Supporting learning and engagement initiatives.
Promoting equity of opportunity with art & creative experiences by centering diverse and historically under-represented voices.
Contributing to reports for funders and stakeholders as needed.
Working collaboratively across the Learning and Engagement department to deliver superior visitor experiences.
Supporting on-going understanding of museum education and accessibility best practices among the broader Learning & Engagement staff.
Supporting interns when needed, including hiring, scheduling, and training.
Representing Lifelong Learning and Accessibility programs when needed.
Supporting museum-wide events (like Untitled, Free Days, community celebrations).
Supporting DAM’s Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives through goal setting and applying a racial equity lens in daily work.

Benefits

A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children.
DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability.
Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day.
Ten paid holidays.
403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program.
A free RTD Eco Pass.
Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program.
Access to Headspace.
Two weeks Paid Parental Leave.
free DAM Family Membership.