Assistant Director of Public Programs

ADP; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Director of Public Programs at the Cincinnati Art Museum oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of public programming for all ages, including lectures, panel discussions, gallery talks, and art-making studio programs.

This position leads two large annual initiatives—Summer Camp and the 10x10 Teen Art Show—and partners with curators, Learning & Interpretation, and Marketing to engage diverse communities and advance lifelong learning in Greater Cincinnati.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in art history, art education, or museum education.
• Five years of related experience in museum education, public programming, or community collaborations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage public programs that enhance exhibitions and visitor experience.
• Create new interpretation approaches informed by learning theory and museum best practices.
• Evaluate programs for all ages using varied methods.
• Manage program budgets and purchasing in line with museum policy.
• Coordinate with divisions and partners to promote programs and support registration.
• Build community partnerships to enhance life in Greater Cincinnati.
• Collaborate with Learning & Interpretation to set goals and take a systemic approach.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelors degree in art history or museum education

Job description

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Assistant Director of Public Programs

FT 70 Hr Professional Cincinnati, OH, US

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Director of PublicProgramsmanages the development, implementation, and evaluation of public exhibition and collection-related programming for all ages, in pursuit of lifelong learning through the exploration of art at the Art Museum. These include, but are not limited to, lectures, panel discussions, gallery talks, and art-making studio programs.

This position will also be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of two large annual programs - Summer Camp and the 10x10 Teen Art Show, and the museum's monthly CAM Kids Day program- As well as other programs that may arise.

This position works cooperatively with other museum colleagues and the community to develop engaging and accessible programming. This position is considered the museum’s key staff member for expertise related to current theories and practices in public programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops and manages public programs that strengthen exhibitions, the collection, and the visitor experience in close partnership with curators and Learning & Interpretation staff.

Develops and implements new approaches to interpretation informed by current learning theory, technology, and museum best practices.

Continuously evaluates programs for all ages—including workshops, classes, lectures, gallery talks, and other activities—using varied methods.

Develops and monitors program budgets and manages purchasing and payments in compliance with museum policy.

Coordinates with museum divisions on museum-wide events; partners with Marketing to promote programs and Visitor Services to support registration

Sustains community collaborations and builds new institutional and organizational partnerships that enhance quality of life in Greater Cincinnati.

Collaborates with Division of Learning & Interpretation teammates to set long-range goals, interim objectives, and a shared, systematic approach to interpretive programming.

Provides the Director of Learning & Interpretation and Philanthropy Division with narratives and statistics for grant proposals and final reports.

Participates in museum conferences, workshops, and professional development related to interpretive programming, interpretation, outreach, and visitor needs.

Works a Tuesday‑Saturday schedule to accommodate those programs that take place on the weekend.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Learning & Interpretation.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree in art history, art education, or museum education is required.
• Five years of related experience, especially in museum education, art education, public programming, and/or community-based collaborations.
• Must have excellent and professional communication skills, both written and oral.
• The ability to effectively present information and respond to visitors’ needs is central to this position.
• Strong organizational skills; must be able to manage numerous projects simultaneously and to work independently and at a high level of productivity in a bustling office.
• Cooperates in a teamwork fashion with all co-workers to accomplish goals.
• Demonstrates respect and dignity to co-workers and visitors
• Provides service excellence and portrays a positive and professional image of the Cincinnati Art Museum.
• Maintains confidentiality and upholds professional standards.