Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia)

Associate Curator of American Paintings

Department of the Art of the Americas

Full-time, exempt, union

Starting Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Onsite; eligible for relocation assistance

The Job

To develop, research, exhibit, and publish Mia’s collections of American Art.

In this role, you will….

1. Interpret the museum’s collections of American Art through permanent collection gallery displays and didactic materials. Propose and oversee regular gallery rotations. Speak publicly about the museum’s collection and provide training for museum guides so that they can accurately and knowledgeably represent the collection. 

2. Conduct research and mount special exhibitions, with accompanying publications that add to the field of knowledge about American Art. Such exhibitions should be of the scale of Cargill and/or US Bank Galleries, but do not preclude larger-scaled shows. 

3. Oversee the care and preservation of the collection by ensuring proper and responsible handling and installation of objects and by recommending objects for conservation treatment. Participate in the museum’s efforts to secure funding for conservation initiatives. 

4. Locate, research, and propose acquisition of American works of art that significantly augment the museum’s existing collections. Review the museum collections of American Art for potential deaccessions. Maintain a current knowledge of the art market and professional relations with art dealers. 

5. Develop and coordinate lectures and activities pertaining American Art for the museum’s Art of the Americas Affinity group. Foster and maintain relationships with trustees, collectors, potential donors, and the general public, including community outreach.

6. Actively participate in broader museum initiatives through committees or specially formed teams. 

7. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned, including assisting the head of the department as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you have…

· Demonstrated ability to work independently and coordinate complex projects to completion

· Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills

· Team skills and ability to work effectively and positively with staff, trustees, and all other internal and external contacts

· Ability to build positive and effective relationships with donors and the broader community

Specific Requirements

· Master’s degree in related field of study required; Ph.D. or ABD preferred

· Proficiency in applicable languages, preferably Spanish

· Minimum of 3 years of employment in a collection-based curatorial department with direct experience in the area of American Art, including proven record of organizing exhibitions and producing publications of high quality

· Demonstrated ability to write interpretive material

· Significant demonstrated art historical research skills and experience

Mia Culture

The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) is an audience-centered, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is Mission Driven, Generous, Agile, Emotionally Aware, and Positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture where staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://jobs-artsmia.submittable.com/submit.

Posting Deadline

No set expiration date. Job postings typically stay posted until candidates are selected for phone interviews. 

Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Our strength lies in the diversity among the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to Mia. We consider inclusion and accessibility a driver of institutional excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our employees, trustees, interns, and volunteers reflect and embrace these core values.

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Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia)

Content Strategist

Full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt

Starting Salary Range: $115,000 - $120,000

Onsite; eligible for relocation assistance

The Job

The content strategist works within a collaborative, cross-divisional environment to develop and put into practice strategies for the planning, creation, management, and storage of curatorial content and adult programming as it is produced for and accessed across museum platforms by the public. This position reports to the Deputy Director and Chief Curator and works closely with curators as well as representatives from the Audience Division. The content strategist also supervises the Head of Interactive Media Department and the Digital Print Specialist. 

In this role, you will….

1. Permanent Collections Content

· With the appropriate curator, coordinate the development, management, and presentation of content associated with Mia’s permanent collection 

• In-gallery didactics (labels, panels, media, reinstallation) 
• Digital platforms (curatorial webpages and collections site)
• Publications

2. Special Exhibitions Content

· With the appropriate curator, coordinate the development, management, and presentation of content associated with Mia’s permanent collection

• Exhibition briefs to launch projects 
• In-gallery didactics (labels, panels, media) 
• Digital platforms (exhibition webpages)
• Publications
• Adult programs

3. Organize and lead monthly meetings (Content Team) of Curatorial, Audience, Visitor Experience and Advancement to orchestrate planning, scheduling, production, and dissemination of museum content. 

4. Supervise Label & Signage Production Specialist

· Oversee prioritization of projects.

· Oversee budgets and policy/procedure development and adherence.

· Oversee the establishment of standards of performance and evaluates performance to aid in attainment of goals.

5. Supervise Head of Interactive Media 

· Oversee prioritization of projects.

· Oversee budgets and policy/procedure development and adherence.

To be successful in this role…

You are highly organized, able to handle multiple priorities and interruptions, and can monitor and track projects to keep team members informed of deadlines. You have excellent written communication skills and a high degree of accuracy. 

Specific Requirements

Education: MA in Art History/Humanities or equivalent experience 

Skills/Experience: 

· 5 years of museum experience with a successful track record as a manager and project leader

· Proven editorial and storytelling skills 

· Ability to multitask and prioritize in response to institutional goals

· Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, and to build positive, professional relationships with all levels of staff, trustees, and the public

· Ability to think like an educator, understanding what the museum visitor needs to know and how they want to consume it

· A willingness to embrace change and to intelligently adapt strategies

· Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management software such as Asana.

Mia Culture

The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) is an audience-centered, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is Mission Driven, Generous, Agile, Emotionally Aware, and Positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture where staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://jobs-artsmia.submittable.com/submit.

Posting Deadline

No set expiration date. Job postings typically stay posted until candidates are selected for phone interviews. 

Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Our strength lies in the diversity among the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to Mia. We consider inclusion and accessibility a driver of institutional excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our employees, trustees, interns, and volunteers reflect and embrace these core values.

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Minneapolis Institute of Art

Janitor - Night Shift

Full-time, non-exempt, 37.5 hours per week

Pay: $19.50 hourly, with additional $0.75 hourly differential pay for night shift for hours worked after 9 p.m.

Shift: Sunday – Thursday 7 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. and special events as assigned

The Job

To clean and maintain various areas of the museum as assigned.

In this role, you will….

1. Keeps assigned areas of the building clean and orderly by doing some or all of the following functions: 

· Vacuums carpet

· Empties waste baskets and collects paper for the recycling bin

· Cleans bathrooms

· Cleans glass and brass with proper cleaning products

· Maintains and cleans floors using proper floor care products, machines, and techniques

2. Keeps work area orderly and keeps all equipment clean

3. Performs minor maintenance on cleaning equipment or notifies Building services manager if repair work is required

4. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned, including during special events outside of regular schedule

To be successful in this role…

You are able to work independently. Have excellent attention to detail. You have team skills and the ability to work effectively and positively with staff and all other internal and external contacts. 

Specific Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Prior maintenance experience

· Strong experience with wood and marble floor maintenance

· Experience operating floor machines

Physical Requirements: standing for extended periods of time, bending, arms above head, lifting 30 lbs. (more than that with assistance). Must be able to work around cleaning solvents and chemicals using proper PPE.

Equipment Operated: Shampoo machine, vacuum cleaner, walk-behind auto scrubber, riding scrubber, etc.

Mia Culture

The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) is an audience-centered, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is Mission Driven, Generous, Agile, Emotionally Aware, and Positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture where staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://jobs-artsmia.submittable.com/submit.

Posting Deadline

No set expiration date. Job postings typically stay posted until candidates are selected for phone interviews. 

Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Our strength lies in the diversity among the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to Mia. We consider inclusion and accessibility a driver of institutional excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our employees, trustees, interns, and volunteers reflect and embrace these core values.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER