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.