Art Collection & Gallery Assistant - Student Worker

Kishwaukee College; Malta Township (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Kishwaukee College in Malta Township, IL is seeking an Art Collection & Gallery Assistant - Student Worker to support the campus art collection archive project. Responsibilities include photographing artwork, researching artists, and documenting artwork locations on campus.

The role also helps prepare for exhibitions, installs/deinstalls shows, and may assist with promotional materials and receptions, while engaging with exhibiting artists and students. 16.50 per hour, 16 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Interest in art and willingness to learn about artists, exhibitions, and gallery activities.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 30 pounds, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently with a respectful, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with campus art collection archive tasks including photographing artwork and documenting locations.
• Research artists and help prepare artwork for shows.
• Assist with installation and deinstallation of gallery exhibitions and with receptions.
• Create simple promotional materials such as posters or postcards.

Skills

Interest in art

Independent worker

Friendly demeanor

Willingness to learn

Ladder climbing & lifting 30 lbs

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Art Collection & Gallery Assistant - Student Worker Department ACSS Division Job Description

The Art Collection & Gallery Assistant’s primary role is to assist with the campus art collection archive project, including photographing artwork, researching artists, documenting artwork locations on campus, and assisting with artwork cleaning and framing. This position also supports the Art Gallery by preparing for and installing/deinstalling shows, occasionally preparing promotional materials, such as posters or postcards, assisting with receptions and refreshments, and interfacing directly with exhibiting artists and students.

Qualifications/Skills Required

This position requires an interest in art and a willingness to learn basic information about artists, exhibitions, and activities hosted in the gallery. Additional skills in technology and creativity may be helpful for problem-solving and producing promotional materials. Ideal applicants will work well independently and have a respectful and friendly attitude when interacting with others. Applicants should also be able to climb up and down ladders, lift up to 30 pounds, and work on their feet for extended amounts of time, as needed. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean of the ACSS/MS divisions, with day-to-day guidance from the Art Collection Coordinator.

Number of Hours Per Week 16 Days of Week Flexible Physical Demands

Applicants should also be able to climb up and down ladders, lift up to 30 pounds, and work on their feet for extended amounts of time, as needed

Salary $16.50 per hour

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 08/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary Quick Link for Internal Postings https://kish.peopleadmin.com/postings/4614

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Class Schedule
• Financial Aid

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation