The Walters Art Museum seeks a dynamic professional to serve as the communication liaison for the Acting Chief Curator, Curators, and Curatorial Division staff. Reporting to the Associate Director for Collections and Exhibitions, the individual will have responsibility for providing programmatic, policy and administrative support for the Curatorial Division; participating in the intellectual activities of the Curatorial Division by attending and assisting with logistical arrangements for a variety of activities; coordinating meetings and appointments, assisting with scheduling and preparing for monthly Loan & Acquisition and Trustee Collections Committee meetings; participating in Curatorial meetings to summarize action steps for the Acting Chief Curator; implementing administrative policies; responding to routine calls, letters, emails and forwarding specific queries to appropriate curatorial staff, processing facsimile transmissions and translating foreign languages when needed; assisting with annual budget planning and tracking expenses, performing administrative tasks as assigned.
Requirements include a M.A. in Art History or Museum Studies and a minimum of 1 year related experience, an understanding of art history and academic research procedures and practices, and a proven ability to work proactively with others at all levels. Candidates should be able to read and/or speak a foreign language, possess excellent written and oral communication skills. We also require strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and customer service skills, ability to prioritize the work load and be highly attentive to detail, must be PC literate, particularly with Microsoft Office products; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment by displaying personal initiative, handling sensitive and confidential matters with tact and diplomacy. A positive attitude, pleasant disposition and excellent telephone skills are critical.
For consideration, send your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to jobs@thewalters.org.
An EOE/A drug and alcohol free environment.
Application end date is May 31, 2010.
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