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Employment & Internship Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at the Cincinnati Art Museum. The museum continually seeks to hire friendly, dynamic, and talented individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds to join our team. We greatly value expertise and skills gained at the museum and encourage professional development and career growth.

Due to the high volume of responses to our employment listings, we regret that we cannot contact every job applicant. If a strong potential match is found, the Human Resources Department will contact you to request further information or schedule an interview.

Current Job Openings

The Cincinnati Art Museum has immediate opening for a part-time Utility (BOH) employee in the Terrace Café and museum kitchen. This position will be scheduled 15-25 hours per week. Evening and weekend availability is required.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Utility (BOH) employee will assist the kitchen team in various capacities. Utility duties will consist of assisting the Chef, line cooks, Events & Hospitality Manager, Café Manager, and other kitchen team members with their daily tasks. A successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our daily customer satisfaction goals.

The Utility (BOH) employee will properly clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and pans; be responsible for maintaining the dish room and dish machine. Assists in cleaning other areas of the café as requested. Prepare food to the café specifications and to set up stations for menu, assist with cooking as needed.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Proper operation of dish machines to company and manufacturer specifications.
  • Washes and restocks all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans.
  • Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers.
  • Breaks down, cleans, and sanitizes the dish machine at the end of a shift in compliance with ServSafe and other safety standards.
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Assists in event setup as needed.
  • Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
  • Answer, report, and follow executive chef or line cooks’ instructions.
  • Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
  • Ability to speak and hear.
  • Close and distance vision
  • Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary.
  • Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • High school graduate or equivalent vocational training certificate required. A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends is required.
  • A degree in or working toward a degree in culinary arts, hospitality, or restaurant management from an accredited culinary school is highly desired. Previous work in food service is a plus.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Hourly Pay Rate: $15.75
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Utility (BOH) – PT using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=501080&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a full-time Maintenance Technician/Support team member in the Building & Grounds department. The Maintenance Technician/Support will have responsibility for routine and general upkeep of the Art Museum’s maintenance and facilities. This is an hourly position and scheduled 40 hours per week, evenings and weekends may be required during our busy seasons of events.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting directly to the Supervisor of Building & Grounds, duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Performing general building repair and preventative maintenance. Functions would include cleaning of cooling towers and boilers, performing work orders repairs for departments, and assisting in other work projects as assigned.
  • Cleaning, painting, and making repairs as required.
  • Performing winter work duties such as shoveling and salting walkways and steps.
  • Assist electricians and maintenance technicians as needed.
  • Assist the Facility Support Team division with pick-ups from the warehouses and event set-ups.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Please note this position is considered essential and will be on call for emergencies as needed.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of experience in building and facility maintenance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • Should have knowledge of general repair and building maintenance.
  • Minimum one (1) year of basic plumbing, light electrical, and HVAC troubleshooting experience.
  • Minimum one (1) year experience with quarterly inspections.
  • Ability to work independently, and in a team environment.
  • Incumbent will be required to walk and move about the entire museum on foot, and work will include long periods of standing, and use of stairs as needed. Lifting and moving of items of moderate weight (at least 50 pounds) required.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Hourly pay rate: $17.00 - $18.50
  • Medical, dental, vision life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match.
  • Robust paid time off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Dependent care leave benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Maintenance Technician/Support using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=502195&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Gallery Attendant position is part-time, scheduled 10-29 hours per week. Gallery Attendants will be required to walk and move about work locations on foot, and work will include periods of standing, sitting, and use of stairs as needed. May be required to lift and/or move items of moderate weight as needed.

General work hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Additional hours may be available dependent on the times and dates of scheduled programs and events.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to security management, duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Providing a visitor-friendly atmosphere.
  • Monitoring artwork and museum areas to ensure safety and security.
  • Monitoring alarm systems.
  • Dispersing and collecting keys.
  • Signing in and out contract employees and visitors.
  • Answering telephones for department.
  • Logging lost and found.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High School diploma or equivalent work experience required.
  • Previous security or museum experience is a plus.
  • Candidates must have strong customer service & interpersonal skills and possess a strong ability to work with the public.
  • Candidates for this position should have knowledge of security practices and possess excellent organizational skills.
  • Due to the essential nature of all front-line staff positions, security/gallery attendant staff must be flexible with hours, including some nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as have reliable transportation to and from the Art Museum.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Hourly Pay Rate: $14.00
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Gallery Attendant - PT using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=503029&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an immediate opening for a full-time Project Manager in the museum’s Marketing Department. This position is scheduled 35 hours per week with full benefits and a generous PTO package.

The Project Manager works in conjunction with CAM’s marketing team to ensure the design needs of each department are balanced, aligned with the mission of the Cincinnati Art Museum, and met in a timely manner. This role manages design timelines and plays a crucial project management role with CAM’s graphic design firm.

The Project Manager works with internal departments in the museum, especially Marketing and Communications, Philanthropy and Learning & Interpretation, in addition to vendors including the graphic design firm and printers.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communication, duties include but are not limited to:

  • Acts as key point of contact between the museum and its design agency
  • Offers feedback to produced materials regarding whether they meet brand standards per the CAM Style Guide
  • Seeks approvals from third-party entities (touring exhibition organizations, artist representatives, etc.) on marketing materials or images, as needed
  • Assists marketing team members with wrap-up reports, as needed
  • Builds and implements a project schedule that gains the commitment of the design agency and related internal departments, then monitors, maintains and revises the project schedule throughout the project development cycle
  • Communicates project deadlines to internal teams and also communicates progress, as needed.
  • Familiarizes themselves with exhibition contracts to become knowledgeable about the rules regarding photography use/fees, needed approvals, post-mortem reporting, etc.
  • Sources materials and works closely with printing vendors to meet project design and budgetary requirements
  • Helps manage editorial meetings and coordinates the collection of content and design of the museum’s Member Magazine (published 3x/year). Works with editor and design firm to create the publication and distributes publication for reviews/approvals
  • Coordinates the production of the museum’s Annual Report
  • Helps manage design agency retainer hours and design-related purchase orders and invoices
  • Imports images into digital image system
  • Works with curators or other organizations to maintain press images and credit information
  • Writes alt-text for images (training available)
  • Serves on various internal CAM committees
  • Other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Excellent planning and organization skills
  • Knowledge of the design production process or previous project management experience
  • Understanding of marketing, branding principles and basic design skills
  • Experience with budgets, purchasing and accounting
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with key internal contacts and external vendors
  • Ability to implement and coordinate comprehensive schedules
  • Ability to operate a personal computer and various software programs
  • Ability to organize/prioritize work
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities
  • Ability to exert above average visual and physical effort, occasionally lifting materials or equipment up to 30 pounds

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree required plus 3+ years general experience in project coordination or related fields.
  • Experience in Museum, Advertising, Marketing, Design or Public Relations Agency preferred.
  • Requires a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Candidates must have intermediate experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook.
  • Previous experience in both the Chicago and AP style of writing is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment that values people who work well within a team as well as independently.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Annual salary: $38,000 - $40,000
  • Medical, dental, vision life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match.
  • Robust paid time off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Dependent care leave benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Project Manager using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=503378&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

Internship Opportunities

 

Educational credit may be available for internships, check with school(s) for requirements.

 

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category protected under applicable law.

 

 

Header image courtesy of Dish Design.