Education Program Coordinator, Landmarks

University of Texas at Austin

75d • $54,000 - $60,000

About The Position

As the university’s public art program, Landmarks enriches the lives of students and visitors by presenting art that is broadly accessible and free to all. Some fifty works of modern and contemporary art are throughout the 433-acre campus and viewed by thousands of people every day. This position requires excellent writing skills, a basic knowledge of art history and art historical terms, and an in-depth understanding of experiential learning-- an engaged learning process whereby students “learn by doing” and by reflecting on the experience. The job has many moving parts and requires someone who can project manage, capably multi-task, and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times. Successful candidates will be self-directed and flexible. This position requires periodic weekend and evening work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3 years’ experience coordinating or administering a program.
• Experience working in arts education.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to project manage, multi-task, and successfully meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of experiential learning.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of art history and contemporary art and artists.
• Three-years’ experience as an educator (or equivalent position) within a cultural organization.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage all educational and public programs for Landmarks.
• Recruit and train new docents to give tours of the collection.
• Prepare docent training materials and assure quality of tour presentations.
• Plan recruitment events and enhanced learning opportunities.
• Design and lead tours for UT and Austin community.
• Manage routine administration of James Turrell Skyspace.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and manage HR for paid student Skyspace attendants.
• Oversee the production of educational materials.
• Plan and coordinate all logistics for public programs.
• Serve as liaison between Landmarks and representatives from UT college or department or outside organizations.
• Manage vendor agreements and event logistics.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and manage interns assigned to the Education Department.
• Formulate and monitor budgets for all education programs.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Other services and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees