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Job Description Position Title: Chief Curator Department: Exhibitions and Collections Reports To: Executive Director Position Classification: Full-Time, Salary, Exempt, Benefits-Eligible Work Location: Onsite at the Queens Museum (Corona, NY) Work Schedule: Full-time; must be able to travel nationally and internationally, and be available on weekends and evenings, as necessary. Salary Band: B5 Salary Range: $100k to 130k annually Management Classification: Supervisory Current Direct Reports: Exhibitions and Collections team including Assistant Curators, Assistant Director Archives & Collections, Production Manager, External Curators, artists and writers. About the Queens Museum The Queens Museum is dedicated to presenting the highest quality visual arts and educational programming for people in the New York metropolitan area, and particularly for the residents of Queens, a uniquely diverse, ethnic, cultural, and international community. The Museum fulfills its mission by designing and providing art exhibitions, public programs, and educational experiences that promote the appreciation and enjoyment of art, support the creative efforts of artists, and enhance the quality of life through interpreting, collecting, and exhibiting art, architecture, and design. Position Overview The Chief Curator (CC) is a key strategic role. They work closely with the President and Executive Director (ED) to shape and lead the creative and curatorial vision of the institution, develop and oversee all of the curatorial programming including exhibitions, commissions, artists fellowships and publications. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CC's primary duties include the conceptualization, development, and direction of modern and contemporary in-house exhibitions; the determination of curatorial priorities; oversight of exhibition implementation; and selection and leadership of traveling and guest-curated exhibitions. This position provides strategic leadership across the Exhibitions and Collections team – supervising the curatorial, exhibitions, publications, registration, and preparation staff in leading curatorial and collections initiatives in accordance with standard museum practice. The CC is expected to engage actively with artists, scholars, donors, and the broader public, and participate in programs including lectures, symposia, and scholarly meetings. The CC will set departmental goals, manage daily operations, and chair internal meetings to ensure the department runs smoothly. They are responsible for managing budgets and with the Development Team they will lead on fundraising for the exhibitions program and to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with donors, collectors, gallerists and artists. They will work closely with the ED and Chief Learning Officer & Director of the Suna Children's Museum (CLO) to develop an integrated program across all strands of activity and to position the QM as a leading institution for contemporary art, social practice and culture. They co-lead the interdepartmental Content Team (CT) with the CLO and support planning and collaboration. Essential Functions Exhibitions and Programs: * Lead and manage the Exhibitions team and external curators to plan, curate and deliver an integrated program of exhibitions, commissions and projects including publications and digital content. * Determine exhibition traveling schedules and oversee institutional partnerships. * Work with the ED, CLO and CT to set the artistic priorities for QM and develop a curatorial strategy for the Museum * Collaborate and support the CLO with the new Suna Children's Museum and its wide reaching program of exhibitions and programs, digital content and community and socially engaged practice. The Suna Children's Museum exhibitions, content and programs will be led by the CLO. * Co-lead the CT meetings with CLO and set priorities and ensure that an integrated approach to exhibitions, research, collections development, interpretation, public programs, education and community practice and publications is fostered institutionally. * Solicit and evaluate proposals by guest curators and other consultants in exhibition design, architecture, visual arts, film and video. * Negotiate with museums, private collectors, donors, artists, and art dealers to secure and manage loans and organize co-commissions, partnerships and tours. * Oversee registration, conservation, framing, and proper care of objects for exhibitions. * Develop interpretive materials for exhibitions in collaboration with the Senior Communications Manager. Representing QM: * Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for the Queens Museums’ overall artistic program as needed. * Promote and support institution-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; attend and participate in Board of Trustee meetings as needed and maintain high standards of professional behavior at all times. * Work directly with trustees, donors, patrons, and other colleagues in the field, both nationally and internationally, to advance the QM mission and profile. * Maintain a high level of research and visibility within the field by contributing to and participating in professional conferences, symposia, juries and national/international events. Team Management: * Encourage and facilitate a culture of collaboration and support departments to ensure effective communication, efficiencies, and accountability. * Lead interdepartmental efforts toward long-range planning to align with the organization's mission and vision. * Work closely with senior leadership to attract and develop talent to ensure that people with the right skills and motivations to meet institutional needs are in the right place at the right time. * Review and approve exhibition materials, including grant content, marketing collateral, and interpretive texts. * Work closely with the Senior Communications Manager to develop and shape seasonal content plans and work closely with staff across programmatic areas to generate and contribute content on a timely and regular basis. * Regularly review performance of staff and hold weekly staff management meetings. * Establish work scope for fellows and interns and ensure they are well supervised. * Attend weekly Director's meetings and lead weekly ET meetings. Collection Management: * Supervise the Assistant Director of Collections and Archives and work with the ED to identify acquisitions, including identifying objects for purchase and making valuations. * Oversee the registration and digitization of the records and archives of the collection * Ensure Acquisitions Committee meetings are properly prepared and be responsible for committee meeting minutes and actions. Finance, Fundraising and Administration: * Develop budget/programming priorities for the exhibitions program on an annual and multi-year basis; work closely with the team to develop budgets in support of larger institutional program goals and artistic vision. * Oversee the administration of the annual budgets for the Exhibitions department, in collaboration with the Deputy Director (DD) and Finance team, to ensure budget goals are met at the end of each fiscal year. * Cultivate relationships with donors, collectors, patrons, and museum support groups to ensure long-term sustainability and visibility of the department. * Work closely with colleagues in the Development Department to develop fundraising strategies and secure contributions for individual projects, broader cross-disciplinary initiatives, and annual operating support. * Maintain relationships with collectors, gallerists and a wide range of donors to support the organization. * Prepare Board papers and presentations as needed. QM employees may be assigned other duties, and the essential functions of the position may change or be changed with or without notice. Competencies * Well-organized with a strong attention to detail * Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and a creative approach to problem-solving * Thrives in culturally diverse settings * Displays a high level of support for colleagues, builds professional and respectful relationships with others * Adaptability and flexibility Qualifications * Proven experience in museum management including exhibition and artistic program coordination and presentation, collections and acquisitions development, interpretation and public programs, project management, team leadership, staff supervision, and budget development/administration. Master’s degree in art history, curatorial studies, or relevant experience in a related field required. * Deep knowledge of contemporary art practices, histories, and discourses across diverse communities and global contexts * Ability to use a team approach to plan and produce complex, interdisciplinary programming. * Extensive knowledge and relationships in the contemporary art field across disciplines * Demonstrated track record with curating, scholarship and publications * Experience in art acquisitions, organization of exhibitions, preparation of catalogues, and supervision of gallery installations and other programmatic events * Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners, artists, and communities * Wide-ranging international experience; ability and enthusiasm for working with diverse artistic and community groups * Strong leadership, interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; public speaking, negotiation, problem solving, and meeting management skills. * Commitment to the Queens Museum's institutional values of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) and community partnership and role of art, artists, and artistic processes in positive social and cultural transformation * Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices in the arts and proven relationships with a wider range of donors. * Strong cultural competencies and sensitivities, consciousness of cultural identities and difference, committed to intersectional thinking and practice. * Strong systematic and logistical thinking, able to troubleshoot, examine problems from multiple angles; * Language skills in addition to English desirable ASL, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic Requirements * Degree required; advanced degree preferred. * At leas0 years' experience as a manager and senior curator with established arts organizations. Benefits This is a full-time benefits eligible position to participate in the following benefits: * Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Days * Paid Holidays * Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits * Retirement Benefits (401K savings plan, Pension plan, and Life Insurance policy) * Free admission to NYC Cultural Institutions Groups (CIG)s How to Apply: Apply through our online careers portal Submit a cover letter describing your interest in this position and a resume outlining previous work experience. The QM is accepting applications for the Chief Curator position on a rolling basis. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only complete applications including a cover letter will be reviewed and considered for interview. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for ANY employer. EEOC Statement The Queens Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, familial status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, HIV status, arrest record, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Job Description Director of Visual Art Education - Manhasset, NY One River School of Art + Design Join a workplace that invests in you and connects you to a creative community. Overview: Join One River School of Art + Design to teach and mentor motivated students, work alongside practicing artists in a creative community, and manage and grow your team and student population. We are seeking a seasoned educator who wants to remain hands-on in the classroom, but who relishes the challenge of running a business. What You’ll Do: * Teach Art and / or Digital Design Classes: Teach weekly art and / or digital art classes and summer camps for a variety of ages and media * Ensure Student Success: Ensure student success in the studio and lab by actively engaging with students and teachers to observe, document and communicate their progress and opportunities for growth * Provide Hospitality Service & Communication: Conduct proactive check-ins with parents, students and families, support makeup scheduling, discuss student progress and opportunities for growth, upsells to additional classes / camps. * Implement One River Methodology Curriculum: Ensure teachers have lesson plans/resources on time and implement the One River Method through each class effectively and contribute to lesson plan development regularly * Develop Teaching Staff: Recruit, lead and manage part time educators and teaching artists staff to ensure exceptional educational experiences at the school * Develop Students: Teach weekly classes in drawing and painting ensuring students reach their full potential as artists * Member and Community Partner outreach: Foster relationships with members and outside groups ensuring that the art community is thriving and growing inside and outside the school. Including running gallery exhibitions * Run a best-in-class studio: Order and Re-stock art supplies, Clean and organize studio spaces and student artwork and oversee digital lab maintenance * Student Exhibitions: Collect, Curate and Install school & community exhibitions; plan and prompt the opening receptions for Student Shows and support parties and special events. Requirements: * BA/BS in Visual Art, Art Education or Design (Master’s a plus) * 5+ years experience teaching visual arts for K–12 and/or adults. Digital art skills are a plus. * Art Program and teacher management experience. * Track record of high-quality instruction, classroom management, and student progress. * Clear communicator, organized, and energized by a busy studio environment * Passion for art history, contemporary art and a “students-first” mindset Compensation, Schedule and Benefits: * Competitive salaries plus generous quarterly bonuses based on school performance. Salaries up to $80K and increases commensurate with experience. * Generous PTO * A work schedule that includes weekend and evening hours and * 401K plan * Company contributes to Health Coverage (you pick from a menu of options) * Take classes free at One River School * Promotion prospects - we are a growing organization looking to develop our talent from within * Training and development to prepare you for your role and for more responsibility in the future * Requires a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, to best support program activities and student needs One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Director of Art Education - Manhasset, NY One River School of Art + Design Overview: One River School of Art and Design is seeking a Director of Art Education. The Director of Education at One River School is an Art Education subject matter expert who is responsible for driving the success of the school’s educational experience: new teacher recruitment and management, student retention, student and outcome progress, and community engagement through exhibitions and events. Our Manhasset location is our newest school. The facility is modern, sleek and well-equipped with 2 gallery spaces and 4 classrooms. 3 of the classrooms are fine arts studios and the 4th is our digital lab where we teach digital art. Who you are… * A highly experienced expert in art education. Your Masters Degree in Fine Arts or Art Education gives you the breadth of knowledge to recruit, train and manage a team of talented part-time teachers. * You are highly motivating to staff and students alike. Inspiring them to bring out the best in themselves and each other. You are service-focused and detail-oriented * You are someone who takes ownership of all of your responsibilities and pride in the outcomes produced by students in your school. * You are a seasoned educator who wants to remain hands-on in the classroom for some of the time, but you relish the challenge of running a business. Who we are: One River School of Art + Design was founded in 2012 with an ambitious goal in mind: To build a community for Contemporary Art in the Suburbs through fun educational programs and partnerships with living Contemporary artists. We provide the structure of a robust, inspirational and innovative curriculum to use, while allowing you to deliver the material with your own creative and expert touch. The Director of Art Education is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of education for students and teachers at One River School. You will build and lead a team of arts educators to become the cultural backbone within the community. As the Director of Art Education you will combine your love of art education with your leadership skills. Position Highlights: * Develop Teaching Staff: Recruit, lead and manage part time educators and teaching artists staff to ensure exceptional educational experiences at the school * Develop Students: Teach weekly classes in drawing and painting ensuring students reach their full potential as artists * Member and Community Partner outreach: Foster relationships with members and outside groups ensuring that the art community is thriving and growing inside and outside the school. Including running gallery exhibitions Benefits: * Competitive salaries plus a generous quarterly bonuses based on school performance. Salaries up to $80K and increases commensurate with experience. * Paid vacation days * Non- traditional work schedule (perfect for someone who would prefer a later start and has no issues with working on Saturdays) * 401K plan * Company contributes to Health Coverage (you pick from a menu of options) * Take classes free at One River School * Promotion prospects - we are a growing organization looking to develop our talent from within * Training and development to prepare you for your role and for more responsibility in the future One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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Job DescriptionArt Teacher - Manhasset, NYOne River School of Art + Design We are One River School of Art and Design. Our Mission is to Transform Art Education and we are seeking talented individuals who would love to… * Work with fun, like-minded, creative people * Make a difference in the lives of students of all ages * Enjoy working with vibrant, contemporary art every day * Provide the kind of classroom experience that WOWS our students * Create a thriving art community inside and outside of our school * Handle a wide variety of tasks with no day ever being the same as the next You’ll get… * Full training on One River policies and procedures * Ongoing development for growth within the company * Competitive pay * Free art lessons for you and your family (if you want) * Health Insurance plan * 401K * Generous vacation and PTO package What you will contribute… * A positive, can-do approach to work * 2+ years prior art teaching experience (K-12, Adult, studio arts and digital art) * A Bachelors degree in Art, Graphic Arts, Digital Art or similar (MFA highly desirable) * A passion for art * An organized and detail oriented work style * Great follow up skills * A flexible and willing attitude * An enthusiastic, motivating personality Our teams are flexible on working hours within the basic framework of a 25-40 hour work week. These hours would include a minimum of 2 evenings a week and a Saturday from September to June. In the Summer the hours switch to Monday-Friday from 9am to 6pm. Pay rates vary depending on experience within the range of $25-$30 per hour. For more information check out our website: and our Careers video: career_video.mov Position Highlights: * Develop Students: Teach 20+ hours of weekly classes in studio art and digital art ensuring students reach their full potential as artists * Member and Community Partner outreach: Foster relationships with members and outside groups ensuring that the art community is thriving and growing inside and outside the school. Including running gallery exhibitions * Managing an inventory of high quality art materials: Assisting with the ordering and restocking of a wide variety of art materials * Curating and hanging art work in our Gallery space: This includes three professional art shows a year plus two student shows in January and June One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.