Curator of Community Engagement

Angels Gate Cultural Center (AGCC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Curator of Community Engagement to develop public programs that will build upon the vibrant culture of the diverse communities AGCC serves.  The Curator of Community Engagement will be an innovative thinker and maker, responsible for developing relationships with the public and implementing robust exhibition-related programs that explore the state of community art.  They will be a strategic and collaborative leader who will serve as a confident and passionate advocate for the cultural arts in the Harbor region.

Job Requirements

Excellent interpretive, writing, presentation/public speaking, and communication skills, and the ability to design and implement public programs that engage and educate diverse audiences. The successful candidate will be fluent in best professional practices and highly value public access to the arts.  Applicant is a practicing and active member of the arts community.  The ideal candidate will assist with fundraising for programs and work collaboratively with the management team at AGCC. Master's degree in art, museum studies, or a related field and 2-3 years professional gallery and/or museum experience required. 

Exhibitions:

Development and execution of shows, openings and special gallery events, curating, commissioning, contracting with artists and oversight of installations, including budgetsCreation and maintenance of gallery documentation and gallery design Extensive knowledge of the contemporary art scene including strong relations with artists, curators and institutions Spark visitors' curiosity by creating meaningful personal experiences for visitors within the five galleriesDevelop in-gallery programming and work with the Director of Education to engage K-12 visitors

Public Programs:

Develop, oversee, build partnerships and implement community engagement programs at AGCCMaintain and invigorate existing partnerships to reach new audiences both directly, through programming efforts, and indirectly, through incorporation of new ideas and learning into relevant curriculaProvide leadership and direct instruction for some workshopsFilling and administrating Studio Artist program studio spaces according to procedures in their agreementResearch and development of grants in conjunction with the Executive Director and Director of Development for the maintenance and expansion of the gallery programsPartner with the Program Manager for scheduling 

Interns/Volunteers:

Select and oversee interns at Angels Gate Cultural CenterSome recruitment/selection/training of program related volunteers and interns

Angels Gate Cultural Center (AGCC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Curator of Community Engagement to develop public programs that will build upon the vibrant culture of the diverse communities AGCC serves.  The Curator of Community Engagement will be an innovative thinker and maker, responsible for developing relationships with the public and implementing robust exhibition-related programs that explore the state of community art.  They will be a strategic and collaborative leader who will serve as a confident and passionate advocate for the cultural arts in the Harbor region.

Job Requirements

Excellent interpretive, writing, presentation/public speaking, and communication skills, and the ability to design and implement public programs that engage and educate diverse audiences. The successful candidate will be fluent in best professional practices and highly value public access to the arts.  Applicant is a practicing and active member of the arts community.  The ideal candidate will assist with fundraising for programs and work collaboratively with the management team at AGCC. Master's degree in art, museum studies, or a related field and 2-3 years professional gallery and/or museum experience required. 

Exhibitions:

Development and execution of shows, openings and special gallery events, curating, commissioning, contracting with artists and oversight of installations, including budgetsCreation and maintenance of gallery documentation and gallery design Extensive knowledge of the contemporary art scene including strong relations with artists, curators and institutions Spark visitors' curiosity by creating meaningful personal experiences for visitors within the five galleriesDevelop in-gallery programming and work with the Director of Education to engage K-12 visitors

Public Programs:

Develop, oversee, build partnerships and implement community engagement programs at AGCCMaintain and invigorate existing partnerships to reach new audiences both directly, through programming efforts, and indirectly, through incorporation of new ideas and learning into relevant curriculaProvide leadership and direct instruction for some workshopsFilling and administrating Studio Artist program studio spaces according to procedures in their agreementResearch and development of grants in conjunction with the Executive Director and Director of Development for the maintenance and expansion of the gallery programsPartner with the Program Manager for scheduling 

Interns/Volunteers:

Select and oversee interns at Angels Gate Cultural CenterSome recruitment/selection/training of program related volunteers and interns

Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and procedures involved in the interpretation of arts for diverse audiencesAbility to manage a budget and work within the means of AGCCDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, visitors, volunteers, donors, professional colleagues, and other members of the communityStrong organizational, planning, and teaching skillsMust have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done.Work in a shared/open space office environmentAbility to do some heavy liftingOther job related duties as assigned

This position reports to the Executive Director and is 4 days/32 hours a week. Medical and Dental Benefits included.

Skills & Requirements
Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and procedures involved in the interpretation of arts for diverse audiencesAbility to manage a budget and work within the means of AGCCDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, visitors, volunteers, donors, professional colleagues, and other members of the communityStrong organizational, planning, and teaching skillsMust have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done.Work in a shared/open space office environmentAbility to do some heavy liftingOther job related duties as assigned

This position reports to the Executive Director and is 4 days/32 hours a week. Medical and Dental Benefits included.

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