The Contemporary Austin is hiring part-time Site Attendants to serve as one of the first points of contact for museum visitors at its west Austin Laguna Gloria location. A variety of schedules will be filled, including weekdays and weekends. Positions pay $14.00/hour, with schedules ranging between 8-25 hours per week, and may be eligible for paid vacation, sick, and personal time (dependent upon number of hours worked).
 
Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring safety of artwork and patrons
• Ensuring necessary areas are secured as required
• Monitoring visitors on the grounds
• Providing general museum information to interested visitors
• Opening and closing property gates and buildings when necessary
• Assisting with parking and event-related assignments as necessary
• Assisting with physical and audio/visual setups as needed
• Inspecting and reporting any facility-related concerns or damage
• Serving as backup for light janitorial needs

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Impeccable customer service orientation (helpful, courteous, professional)
• Excellent attention to detail; highly observant
• Previous security experience preferred
• Familiarity and interest in contemporary art preferred
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extensive periods of time
• Must be able to work in a variety of outdoor climates, including summer heat and winter cold
• Must have reliable transportation

To apply, send résumé and three professional references in Word or PDF format to hr@thecontemporaryaustin.org with subject line “Site Attendant.” No phone calls please.

The Contemporary Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Public Programs Assistant plays an important role supporting The Contemporary Austin’s public programming at both sites, which aims to connect adult audiences to the art on view, the broad spectrum of contemporary art, and the community. This part-time position assists with the development and implementation of a broad range of artist talks, visiting lectures, film screenings, performances, interdisciplinary events, and collaborative community partnerships serving diverse audiences. Salary range: $18/hour, depending on experience. The position is approximately 25 hours per week.
 
Responsibilities include:

• Assist with conceiving, researching, planning, and producing adult public programs
• Administrative support includes correspondence with collaborators, coordinating guest travel, managing payments, reserving spaces, internal communications, and developing advance ticketing
• Event production tasks include coordinating setup, production, volunteer oversight, and assisting with check-in and breakdown of events
• Publicize public programs by compiling, editing, and maintaining program descriptions, participant bios, and press images; help plan program schedules, identify promotional outlets, and follow the museum’s social media schedule
• Assist in documenting public programs through scheduling and organizing visual documentation, maintaining program statistics and evaluations, and providing information for reports and grants
• Help identify and participate in community outreach efforts

Qualifications:

• Broad knowledge of visual art, curiosity about contemporary culture, an enthusiastic learner
• Bachelor’s degree in arts or humanities
• At least 2–3 years of experience working with a variety of people in a public setting is desirable
• Creative thinker, flexible and collaborative personality
• Organized and adept at juggling many projects at once
• Ability to solve practical problems and prioritize needs in a variety of situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Experience developing ideas into events
• Strong computer skills (facility with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) or confident with computers—specifically Microsoft Office products, Internet searches, and email

Physical Demands/Work Environment
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping, and light lifting (at least 10 pounds) and ability to work occasional outdoor programs is needed.

This position is 25 hours per week and requires a flexible schedule, with substantial evening and weekend responsibilities. Ideally the candidate will split his/her hours between afternoon office work at the Jones Center and evening and weekend public programs, which occur on average weekly.
 
To apply, send cover letter, résumé, and three professional references in Word or PDF format to hr@thecontemporaryaustin.org with subject line “Public Programs Assistant.” No phone calls please.

The Contemporary Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Contemporary Austin is hiring a full-time Staff Accountant to assist the Financial Controller in daily accounting operations including accounts payable. This person will be responsible for paying vendors and properly processing transactions in QuickBooks. This position is eligible for a 401(k) plan with employer match. Salary range: $40,000-45,000, depending on experience.
 
Responsibilities include:

• Process invoices from vendors and staff using QuickBooks
• Prepare monthly credit card statements for staff to review
• Ensure that all expenses have receipts and are work-related
• Reconcile cash deposits from front desk staff
• Assist with annual audit process, and create 1099 tax forms for vendors
• Process weekly check run
• Assigned duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proficiency in QuickBooks required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office required
• Experience in a nonprofit preferred
• Strong problem solver
• Extreme attention to detail; highly organized
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-starter and proactive worker; positive attitude

To apply, send cover letter, résumé, and three professional references in Word or PDF format to hr@thecontemporaryaustin.org with subject line “Staff Accountant.” No phone calls please.

The Contemporary Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Contemporary Austin is hiring a full-time Human Resources Manager to implement and lead HR policies and procedures for the museum’s staff of 75. This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as museum 401(k) plan with employer match and tuition-free classes at our Art School. Salary range: $60-70k/year, depending on experience
 
Responsibilities include:

• Lead recruitment and retention efforts
• Manage hiring process, including posting, screening, interviewing, and negotiating offers
• Maintain employee documentation according to best practices
• Advise management and organization leadership on human resources issues
• Manage the relationship with payroll and benefits providers and ensure a competitive and cost-effective package of employee benefits
• Develop and update human resources policies as needed
• Mediate, coach, and counsel managers and staff as needed to resolve workplace conflicts
• Identify training needs and provide instruction
• Facilitate the onboarding of new employees, including benefits enrollment
• Support payroll and 401k administration with accounting team
• Manage terminations, including exit interviews, COBRA administration, and unemployment benefits
• Ensure compliance with museum policies and employment laws
• Communicate human resources information to employees

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, in related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years human resources generalist experience with pattern of growth in responsibility
• Non-profit experience preferred
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic; positive attitude; team player

Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references in Word or PDF format to hr@thecontemporaryaustin.org with subject line “HR Manager.” No phone calls please.

The Contemporary Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Art School is hiring experienced instructors for future semesters in all areas. Primary immediate needs are for artists with experience in wood, metal, and fabrication to help us expand our sculpture program. Daytime availability is especially helpful.

We also welcome candidates to submit new course ideas. We take pride in the high quality of our instruction and the student-centered learning environment offered at the Art School. Please review our website to become familiar with the subjects we currently offer.

Faculty Requirements:

• BA or MFA in studio art, art education, or relevant teaching subject.
• Minimum of two years’ experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in preferred medium or field.
• High level of personal motivation, dependability, and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to nurture, encourage, and support the creativity of developing artists.

Additional considerations when hiring:

• Instructor’s personal work and reputation as an artist.
• Facility and materials requirements for new class proposals.
• Likelihood a proposed class will meet or exceed our average class enrollment.
• Relevance of a proposed class to the mission of The Contemporary Austin and the Art School.

Instructor Application and Class Proposal Submission
Please use the above link to attach your cover letter and resume. Applicants may also use the link to submit a new class proposal.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Kelcie Tisher
Administrative Coordinator, The Contemporary Austin – Art School
ktisher@thecontemporaryaustin.org

The Contemporary Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.