Director of Academic & Public Engagement

College of the Holy Cross; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,450; Full time

Job summary

The College of the Holy Cross Cantor Art Gallery seeks a Manager of Academic and Public Engagement to expand and enrich student, faculty, and public engagement with exhibitions and collections. This role leads curricular engagement, develops learning resources, and fosters cross‑campus collaboration with a focus on inclusive pedagogy.

The position coordinates academic learning, public programs, and visitor experience, while managing budgets, grant opportunities, and outreach—and it supports an

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in museum education, public programming, academic engagement, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating programs for diverse audiences.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Collaborative thinker with ability to work in a team setting.
• Commitment to an inclusive environment and to the promotion of diversity and equity.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the gallery’s academic engagement strategy and curricular programs for students, faculty, and the public.
• Develop public programs that explore exhibitions and engage community audiences.
• Recruit, train, and supervise student gallery attendants; mentor and coordinate coverage for programs.
• Oversee program budgets, assist with grants, and promote inclusive campus outreach.

Skills

Academic engagement

Public programs

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

A/V coordination

Budget tracking

Job description

The College of the Holy Cross Cantor Art Gallery seeks a Manager of Academic and Public Engagement to expand and enrich student, faculty, and public engagement with exhibitions and collections. This role leads curricular engagement, develops learning resources, and fosters cross‑campus collaboration with a focus on inclusive pedagogy.

The position coordinates academic learning, public programs, and visitor experience, while managing budgets, grant opportunities, and outreach—and it supports an