Associate Manager, Community Engagement at the Guggenheim

Founded in 1937, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is dedicated to promoting the understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, and other manifestations of visual culture, primarily of the modern and contemporary periods.  The Guggenheim realizes this mission through exceptional exhibitions, education programs, research initiatives, and publications.  The Guggenheim strives to engage and educate an increasingly diverse international audience through its unique network of museums and partnerships.  The Foundation is committed to nurturing an equitable, inclusive, and accessible work culture and promoting diversity among staff and visitors. With nearly three million annual visitors worldwide, the Guggenheim and its network is one of the most visited cultural institutions in the world.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Working independently, under the guidance of the Director, School, Youth and Family Programs, the Associate Manager, Community Engagement will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day directives of their supervisors.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 3-5 years of experience working with students in a cultural institution, school environment or community based organization required.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with strong attention to detail.
  • Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Excellent attention to detail with ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment a must.
  • Ability to be proactive, use independent judgment and initiative.
  • Proficiency in Spanish language is a plus.
  • Ability to interact with a wide variety of people within and outside the museum. Professionally represent the institution and its programs across a wide range of circumstances.
  • Competent in planning and implementation of multiple concurrent projects and events.
  • Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Develop a multi-year strategic plan to engage communities in school, youth and family programming
  • Deepen engagement with diverse communities throughout NYC by building partnerships with community based organizations, local neighborhood groups and civic and community leaders. 
  • Collaborate with the Senior Manager, School Programs and Director of School, Youth and Family programs to ensure program offerings are accessible and inclusive.
  • Partner with Manager of Youth and Family programs to develop an array of on-site programs for youth audiences. 
  • Teach on-site and virtual classes for youth audiences

WORK DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENT:

  • Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree with strong interest in art.  Master’s Degree in a related field is a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: n/a

REPORTS TO:  Director, School, Youth and Family Programs

LOCATION:  1071 Fifth Avenue   New York, NY 10128

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 Hours per Week, Schedule TBD

POSITION TYPE:  Full-time, Non-Exempt,
                           
In accordance with the NYC Mandate, and Guggenheim policy, all Museum employees are required to show proof of fully vaccinated status in order to work except for those with very limited legally-permissible exemptions (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, sincerely held religious belief, or pregnancy, or because you are a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses).  

The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution.  We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience.  The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.

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