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Program Assistant II
Logan, UT
Job Description
Program Assistant II
Requisition ID: 2024-7617
# of Openings: 2
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Other
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Executive Vice President
Department: Art Museum
Advertised Salary: $20.00 per hour
Overview
The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art (NEHMA) at Utah State University seeks an experienced and enthusiastic educator to prepare, teach, and lead educational programs for all ages and abilities. This position involves planning and implementing educational programs that enhance learning about art, art history, and other arts integration subjects for preschool, K-12, and adult audiences.
The Museum & Outreach Educator teaches K-12 and community audiences at NEHMA. This position also drives the Mobile Art Truck to districts in Utah. These school programs will range from individual classes for a specific group to extensive field trips serving an entire school over several days. Traveling locally with the Mobile Art Truck occurs monthly during the school year. Traveling distances in Utah outreach occurs in the fall and spring. Traveling locally with the Mobile Art Truck occurs monthly, and with advanced notice, longer trips further out in Utah will occur approximately six weeks of the year. The average hours per week is 26, with 65% teaching at events, 15% setting up events, and 20% preparing for events.
The Museum & Outreach Educator reports to the Coordinator of Learning and Engagement. Training and guiding student and/or part-time employees may occur.
Responsibilities
Typical Functions:
- Conducting educational sessions and presentations at various outreach events, such as field trips to NEHMA, STEM/STEAM nights in the Cache Valley, and classroom engagements.
- Operating the Mobile Art Truck to deliver educational programs to schools across Utah.
- Facilitating learning experiences at summer camps and community events.
- Collaborating on the creation of lesson plans and gallery tours that align with NEHMA's collection and mission, catering to public interests.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors and/or experience in art history, visual art, museum studies, or related field.
- Valid Utah drivers license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A desire to work with the K-12 students and the community, including underserved populations, diverse groups, children, and adults.
- Data entry and general office tasks include copying, printing, filing, binding, and packing.
- Lifting tables, chairs, art supplies, and other items in and out of the Mobile Art Truck.
- Working cooperatively with a team of educators and NEHMA staff.
- Skilled in problem-solving.
- Managing large groups of people.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to take the initiative to work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, database management, email, internet use, research, and graphic design.
- Flexible and willing to work irregular hours, including evening and weekend events.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
- Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
$20.00 per hour
ADA
The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.
University Highlights
The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art was founded in 1982 with the ceramics collection of philanthropist and namesake Nora Eccles Harrison. The Museum has since expanded to include over 5,500 modern and contemporary works emphasizing art from the Western United States. The Museums collection continues to grow with regular acquisitions. The Museum has a 26,000 sq. ft. facility with galleries spanning two floors with approximately 8,700 sq. ft. of exhibition space and an object research center with visible storage, a library, a caf, and a museum store.
The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art is a reporting unit to the Executive Vice President and Provost Office and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. For more information, please visit our website at https://artmuseum.usu.edu
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.
As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
About the Region
U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USUs main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institutes 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
*updated 7/2023
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Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Salary and Benefits
$20.00 per hour
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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