Student Emp, Gallery Aide & Collection Tech

This position is funded through Federal Work Study (FWS) funds. Hours Per Week: 2-3 hours Location: On Campus Application Deadline: Open until filled

Position Overview Works with the permanent Eide/Dalrymple Gallery collection, assists with the changing exhibitions, and monitors the gallery during opening hours.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• The student will assist with tasks of cataloguing, archival preservation, and display of the permanent art collection. The student will have the opportunity to be trained in museum cataloguing software, photographing artwork, and archival matting.
• The student will be a positive liaison with the public, answering basic questions about the art exhibitions, art department and Augustana in general. On occasion, assist with sales of artwork on display and assist with tours of the exhibition and permanent art collection.
• The student will have the opportunity to learn safe and archival art handling methods and the basics of exhibition layout and design in order to assist with the installation and de-installation of the changing exhibitions. Tasks may include, but are not limited to: cutting mats and framing artwork, hanging artwork, preparing labels and gallery text, assisting with lighting design, assisting with marketing and social media, other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers and light traffic) and office atmosphere working conditions (i.e. indoor spaces with artificial lighting).
• Position interacts with students, staff and the general public.
• Uses various office equipment and technology to complete tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to be punctual and reliable for scheduled shifts.
• An interest in the fine arts.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Other Information

• All Augustana University employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend any required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Certain positions may require a background check when appointed and disclosure.

Application Procedure

• Qualified applicants will be interviewed after three days of job posting.