Position Available:
Programs Assistant
Space One Eleven seeks a Programs Assistant to work closely with staff in the Exhibitions and Arts Education programs. To be considered for this position you must have a strong knowledge and appreciation of contemporary art. A college degree in visual art or art history is preferred. The successful applicant must also have at least one full year of experience working in a professional office environment.
This is a full-time position. Some evening and weekend work is required.
About Space One Eleven
Founded in 1986, Space One Eleven’s mission is to provide professional opportunities for artists, create a forum for public understanding of contemporary art, and offer arts education to area youth.
The exhibitions in Space One Eleven’s galleries showcase artists of local, regional, and national prominence; thereby providing an opportunity to see and experience all types of cutting-edge contemporary art, and to provide a platform for artists and community members to engage in dialog about current issues. Space One Eleven’s rigorous afterschool art classes and summer art camps serve youth in grades 2 through 12. Space One Eleven also offers art classes in public schools, and workshops for adults in its downtown studios.
Job Accountabilities
• Assist with the organization and installation of exhibitions.
• Coordinate with exhibiting artists.
• Act as gallery docent.
• Process art student registrations.
• Correspond with a variety of individuals including parents and artists.
• Assist with implementing public relations and marketing plans.
• Maintain appointment and project calendars.
• Maintain and update the website and use database software.
• Assist with other operations, as needed.
Essential Requirements
• Have a commitment to Space One Eleven’s mission and values of social justice and human rights.
• Be highly organized with attention to detail.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of communication principles and practices.
• Be proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Have experience with social media tools: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Hootsuite.
• Have flexibility performing in varied job assignments.
• Be able to comfortably lift 50 pounds.
• Be comfortable working on a ladder.
• Have access to a personal vehicle for transportation.
Compensation
$15 Hourly
Benefits: Health Reimbursement Account, SIMPLE IRA up to 3% employer match, paid vacation, and holidays.
Hiring Process and Timeline
• We will read your cover letter and resume first. In your cover letter, please be sure to tell us why you are interested in this job and what makes you a strong candidate.
• If you are invited for an in-person interview, we will ask for three professional references.
• We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Email resume with cover letter to:
applications@spaceoneeleven.org.
Please include “Team Member Application-Programs Assistant” in the subject line.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Space One Eleven is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants of all backgrounds.