Visual Arts

SALARY: $4,667.80 – $7,163.77 Monthly

CITY OF GLENDALE
Human Resources Department
613 E. Broadway, Room 100
Glendale, CA 91206
http://www.glendaleca.gov

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Exhibition Coordinator
An Equal Opportunity Employer

OPENING DATE:
01/09/23

CLOSING DATE:
01/23/23

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

EXAMINATION TYPE:
Open Examination

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Six months

PERS/PARS CONTRIBUTION:
The applicable retirement contribution (PERS/PARS) isdeducted from the listed salary/wage for employee’s retirement benefits.

Glendale Library, Arts & Culture
Glendale Library, Arts & Culture provides the community with the opportunity to seek and share ideas and information that will enrich lives, foster literacy, inspire intellectual curiosity and stimulate the imagination. GLAC is focused on providing exceptional customer services to our community while promoting inclusion, diversity, equity and anti-racism (IDEA), as reflected by our IDEA Plan and Equity Statement. The department also serves as the chief liaison to the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission which works to continually transform Glendale into an ever-evolving arts destination. 
 
Founded in 1907, Glendale Library, Arts & Culture includes eight neighborhood libraries including the Brand Library & Art Center, a regional visual arts and music library, gallery and performance venue housed in the historic 1904 mansion of Glendale pioneer Leslie C. Brand, and the Central Library, a 93,000 square foot center for individuals and groups to convene, collaborate and create, and houses ReflectSpace Gallery. Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest City in Los Angeles County. With a population of more than 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan City that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and home to a vibrant network of businesses and community organizations. 

This classification manages exhibition programs for one or more Library, Arts & Culture galleries, including securing, arranging, and curating art exhibitions, coordinating installation, maintenance and de-installation of exhibitions, and supporting the marketing of exhibitions.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Performs professional curatorial work at the Library, Arts & Culture galleries.

Solicits submissions from artists, curators, artist groups, museums and/or galleries for potential exhibition at Library, Arts & Culture galleries, online and on-site. Reviews submissions, makes selections for exhibitions, oversees development, and supports selected curators.

Curates, designs, arranges, installs, maintains and de-installs art exhibitions. 

Negotiates and secures loans from other institutions as appropriate.

Prepares and manages exhibition budgets.

Possesses a broad knowledge of the history, trends, and techniques of visual arts in various media such as painting, photography, media arts, sculpture, etc. Maintains an understanding of the contemporary art industry and its current trends.

Understands and operates under best practices for exhibition design and planning, conservation fundamentals and art handling.

Creates exhibition related materials, including didactic text, catalogs and promotional materials, in partnership with marketing staff.

Utilizes effective project management practices to ensure efficient implementation of exhibitions. 

Maintains appropriate records of the artworks to be included in an exhibition.

Conducts outreach related to the galleries and exhibitions and seeks partnerships and opportunities for collaboration with other institutions and organizations in the region.

Supervises delivery of artwork, and the safe, careful and efficient installation and de-installation of exhibitions.

Collaborates with coworkers within the Library, Arts & Culture Department and City on other arts-related programs as assigned.

Plans and arranges exhibition-related programs and events, including but not limited to opening receptions, panel discussions, artist/curator talks, and lectures.

Represents the Library, Arts &Culture Department at events, functions, professional meetings and other public forums as directed.

Works as needed with the Brand Associates and/or the City’s Arts & Culture Commission at the direction of the supervisor.

May exercise lead supervision over lower-level staff in absence of supervisor. May schedule, train, coordinate, and review work of staff and/or volunteers at the direction of supervisor.

Be familiar with City of Glendale and Library, Arts & Culture mission, policies, procedures and non-gallery programs and services. 

Drives on City business as necessary.  

Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.  Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. 

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

Exceptional customer service practices.

Principles, trends and practices of arts, curation, gallery and exhibitions.

Current best practices for outreach, event planning, etc.

Current best practices in preparation, art handling, and collections care.

Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and responsibilities.

The visual arts community in the Los Angeles area, including galleries, museums, studios, etc.

Skill in:

Curating and installing exhibitions.

Developing partnerships with other organizations and institutions.

Planning and implementing public programs and events.

Applying common sense and logic in decision-making.

Ability to:

Provide exceptional customer service to those using the Library, Arts & Culture Department.

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners.

Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Foster a teamwork environment and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Organize and prioritize workflow and responsibilities in a fast-paced, deadline driven, municipal environment.

Solve problems creatively.

Take direction from supervisors.

Work independently.

Other Characteristics

Willingness to:

Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Work a flexible schedule, including weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and evenings

Experience/Education

Three years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or municipal environment AND a Bachelor’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field is required OR two years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or municipal environment AND a Master’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field is required.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Valid Class C California driver’s license.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy. 

Note

An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

Selection Process 

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Applicants must complete all Supplemental Questions in order to be considered.   

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant’s experience, education, and general background for the position.  

Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list. 

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting.  The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

Exhibition Coordinator Supplemental Questionnaire
*1. I understand that applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. I understand that a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for my responses?
– Yes
– No

*2. This position requires three years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or  municipal environment AND a Bachelor’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field OR; two years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or municipal environment AND a Master’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field. Please select the best option that applies to you.
– three years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or municipal environment AND a Bachelor’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field
– two years of experience curating exhibitions in a gallery, museum, cultural institution, or municipal environment AND a Master’s degree in studio art, art history, museum studies, or a related field is required.
– None of the above

*3. If you answered “None of the above” to question #2, please describe the equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that you have that would substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

*4. Please describe how you have promoted inclusion, diversity, equity and/or anti-racism in your work in the past? Please provide an example.

*5. Briefly describe your experience overseeing and managing a complex art exhibition from concept to installation and programming.

*6. How did you FIRST learn about this position?
– City of Glendale Website
– Visited Human Resources in person
– Currently a City employee
– GTV6
– Glassdoor
– GovernmentJobs
– Indeed
– LinkedIn
– Twitter
– Other

* Required Question