Careers | Crocker Art Museum

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The Crocker Art Museum brings people together with art, ideas, each other, and the world around them. Our staff works to make the Museum a dynamic, engaging, and inviting gathering place for our community and to bring to life the art on our walls in unexpected and meaningful ways. We strive to reflect the diversity of our region and welcome applicants with new perspectives, unique backgrounds, and a passion for serving the public.

Please explore our current open positions and reach out with questions. When applying, please attach your cover letter and resume to your email.

Applying to the Crocker

Thank you for your interest in a career with the Crocker Art Museum. We encourage you to apply for any role you feel qualified for and interested in. When applying, please attach your cover letter and resume to your email. We typically receive a high volume of applications and strive to reply to all applicants within two weeks.

Additional questions can be directed to camajobs@crockerart.org.

Open Positions

Preparator

TITLE: Preparator

DEPARTMENT: Curatorial

SUPERVISOR: Manager of Exhibition Design and Lead Preparator

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: On Call Part-time/Non-exempt, up to 20 hours or 999 hours in a calendar year.

HIRING RANGE: $22.00 to $22.55 per hour, depending on experience

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Crocker Art Museum is dedicated to promoting an awareness of and enthusiasm for human experience through art. We measure our success by our ability to enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the communities we serve. This position helps fulfill this by engaging audiences by creating dynamic and educational exhibition installations. Working as part of a team of art preparators/installers, this position is primarily responsible for facilitating the installation of exhibitions in the Museum per the Museum exhibition program.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Collaborate in a team environment to produce superior quality exhibitions
Installing and deinstalling exhibitions and installations according to the plans of the Exhibition Designer, Registrar, or designated Curatorial staff
Preparing and packing/unpacking objects for travel and assisting with incoming and outgoing shipments
Ability to safely use hand and power tools and other necessary equipment.
Paint galleries and exhibition furniture
Prepare signs and labels
Fabricate hanging and mounting systems for works of art
Ability to perform physical work associated with preparation of exhibits.
Perform maintenance duties to keep exhibits and displays clean and clearly labeled.
Prepare artwork and historical artifacts for shipping; receive and unpack shipments of art objects and other exhibition related materials
Completing finish work for exhibitions or installations including lighting, leveling, cleaning, labeling, and signage.
Ability to multi-task and assume a variety of projects simultaneously.
Perform related duties as required.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to solve problems and find attractive and safe solutions to hanging and/or showcasing unusual works of art.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with staff members, volunteers, and subcontractors.
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to aggressive changeover schedule.
Valid California driver’s license.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

Rigging techniques for large and small objects.
Transport art in 26’ moving trucks; knowledge of proper strapping techniques required.
Three years of professional art installation experience working in an art museum, gallery, related institution, or art studio.
Familiarity with lighting art.
Ability to work with new/digital media, such as A/V setup and projection, digital editing.
Strong design skills and knowledge of a range of aesthetic styles to assure historical. appropriateness and compatibility between the exhibition design and the art presented.
Matting and framing skills.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan and DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.
Provide exceptional customer service.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilize Crocker resources wisely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for long periods of time; use hands and arms to reach, handle, and feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a “zero-tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or other protected categories identified by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

Gerald Hansen Librarian

DEPARTMENT: Education

SUPERVISOR: Director of Education

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-time/Non-exempt: 20 hours a week/999 hours a year

HIRING RANGE: $28.25 to $31.25, depending on experience

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Crocker Art Museum is dedicated to promoting an awareness of and enthusiasm for human experience through art. We measure our success by our ability to enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the communities we serve. This position helps to fulfill this by providing a variety of tasks involved in the management and development of collections; provides services to researchers; processes and catalogues print and archival materials; identifies materials needing repair and conservation, ensuring that best preservation practices are observed; organizes collections; and performs any other functions necessary to the operation and maintenance of a special collections’ library.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Oversee day-to-day operation of the library in accordance with assigned part-time schedule.
Based on professional experience and expertise, make recommendations to Museum management regarding policies and procedures to ensure that the library operates smoothly and supports the Museum’s educational mission.
Based on the needs of the Museum, procure necessary books and publications, and maintain subscriptions to periodicals and online journals as needed.
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of all materials entering and leaving library collections.
Maintain uncatalogued collections in all represented media, library archives, and vertical files; prioritize progress towards increased description of and electronic access to catalogued and uncatalogued materials using integrated library system.
Ensure that storage environments are monitored. Provide reference assistance to staff, scholars, docents, the public, and other institutions by responding to in-person, telephone, and electronic inquiries; answer reference questions as appropriate, and assist visitors with relevant resources, e.g., archives, auction and exhibition catalogues, monographs, catalogues, dealer records, vertical files.
Furnish information to management on library activities, projects, facilities, rules, and services.
Supervise volunteers in various library and archival tasks.
Maintain cooperative relations with others, including library patrons, docents, Museum staff, and volunteers.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience working in a library environment.
ALA accredited master’s degree in library and information science is preferred.
Must possess advanced familiarity with electronic resources, cataloguing standards and best practices, integrated library system software, and major bibliographic utilities.
Knowledge of Copyright Law and Intellectual Property: Understanding copyright laws and fair use, particularly in relation to digital media and educational resources.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan and DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.
Provide exceptional customer service.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilize Crocker resources wisely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Part Time Custodian

DEPARTMENT: Operations

SUPERVISOR: Facilities Manager

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-time/Non-Exempt (up to 20 hours per week)

SALARY RANGE: $20.00 an hour/ 999 hours per year

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The Crocker Art Museum brings people together and connects them in unexpected ways with art, ideas, each other, and the world around them. This position helps to fulfil this by keeping the Museum and grounds clean and orderly to ensure the comfort and safety of visitors, staff, and collections is upheld. Provides support services to a variety of Crocker programming. Set up and clearing spaces in Museum used for various activities and events, in accordance with written and verbal instructions. Placement of chairs, tables, audiovisual equipment, electrical connections, trash receptacles, etc. in accordance with user requests and in such a way that the space and Museum collection are protected from potential damage.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Clean and maintain the interior and exterior spaces of the Museum. Provide services for the Museum’s programming. This includes but is not limited to:

Frequent cleaning of lavatories, kitchen areas, and public spaces.
Empty trash receptacles as needed.
Set up and strike furniture and equipment for programs and events.
Occasionally set up and monitor A/V equipment.
Pressure wash building exterior spaces, surfaces, and equipment.
Occasional project related work such as painting and equipment repair.
Clean windows and other glass surfaces
Notify supervisor of equipment and supply needs.
Occasionally escort and monitor contractors working in gallery spaces.
Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of use of basic materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in facility management, cleaning, and maintenance.
Knowledge of basic safety rules.
Willingness to take initiative to identify and solve problems.
Ability to communicate well with others, interacting in a positive way to represent the Museum.
Flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan and DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.
Provide exceptional customer service.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purchase equipment and supplies on the Museum’s behalf with the approval of the Supervisor.
Utilize Crocker Resources wisely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Crocker Art Museum strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a “zero-tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or other protected categories identified by federal, state or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.

WORK SCHEDULE:
On-site, 20 hours/week must have flexibility to workdays, evenings and weekends.

Museum Store Representative

DEPARTMENT: Museum Store

SUPERVISOR: Museum Store Manager

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Temporary Part-time/Non-exempt. This position is up to 26 hours a week through June 30, 2025. Candidates must be able to start immediately.

SALARY RANGE: $20.00/hr.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The Crocker Art Museum is dedicated to promoting an awareness of and enthusiasm for human experience through art. We measure our success by our ability to enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the communities we serve. This position helps fulfill this by providing a high level of customer service while completing sales transactions; maintaining a well-stocked, organized, and attractive sales floor; assisting customers with purchases; and displaying merchandise.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Always maintain a professional and courteous manner.
Provide exceptional and authentic customer service.
Demonstrate product knowledge to assist customers in selections and promote sales.
Demonstrate Museum knowledge regarding current events and exhibits.
Demonstrate knowledge of Museum policies, communicate them to visitors, and enforce policies in all areas of the Museum.
Conduct and process sales transactions with speed, efficiency, and accuracy on point- of-sale system.
Participate in maintaining an orderly and attractive store and stockroom.
Open/close Museum Store and count drawer.
Balance petty cash fund daily.
Demonstrate an understanding of the store operations, policies, and procedures.
Communicate issues affecting customer experience to Museum Store Manager.
Commit to reaching sales goals as outlined by the Museum Store Manager.
Ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in operations in order to enhance the retail experience for both customers and fellow team members.
Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

2-3 years retail experience.
Excellent customer service skills and experience.
Demonstrated ability to work with others and across departments.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with members, visitors, volunteers, vendors, etc.
Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and diplomacy.
Ability to monitor own work to ensure quality and accuracy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite/
Proficiency with POS 9point-of sale) systems.
Knowledge and proficiency of inventory practices and inventory control.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Museum’s mission, goals, objectives and institutional DEAI initiatives.
Commit to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, cooperation, and openness to other’s perspectives.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness when dealing with financial tasks.
Use Crocker resources wisely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must have dexterity required to access remote spaces (roof, crawl spaces, etc.) as well as ability to lift and move items of various weights and sizes. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Crocker Art Museum makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need in order to have the best available person in each job. The Museum has a “zero- tolerance” policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, genetic characteristics, religion, marital status, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Any such discrimination is prohibited.