McEachern Gallery Curator

Mercer Cluster; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

McEachern Gallery at Mercer University in Macon is hiring Gallery Curators for the 26-27 academic year. Curators oversee gallery operations during open hours, guide visitors through exhibitions, and maintain a professional, secure and organized space. Pay is $10 per hour with a Thursday–Saturday, 4:00pm–8:00pm schedule (approximately 4–15 hours per week).

Start mid-August 2026 and end May 8, 2027. Eligibility requires being a Mercer University undergraduate or graduate student and Federal

Qualifications

• Must be a current Mercer University undergraduate or graduate student.
• Must be Federal Work-Study qualified.
• Students should contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm eligibility.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organized and dependable.
• Professional and positive attitude.
• Willingness to contribute to the continued growth of the MAC.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the MAC Director.
• Lead gallery tours for guests and community members.
• Maintain gallery cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure alarm system is set and doors are secured at the end of each shift.
• Represent the MAC professionally during all open hours.

Skills

Communication skills

Organized

Dependable

Professional attitude

Growth mindset

Education

Mercer University student

Job description

McEachern Gallery Curator# Student Employment## McEachern Gallery CuratorApply: Macon Campus: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR104001# **Application Instructions:****Active Student Employees:** If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing **Workday** account. **Do not apply from the external careers website**. Log in to **Workday** and type **Find Jobs in the search**. Locate the position and click **Apply**.**External Applicants:** Please upload your **resume** on the **Apply** screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the **My Information** page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. ***You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it*.****Job Family:**Student Work Study**Department:**Art**Supervisor:**Johnny Cohen**Job Title:**McEachern Gallery Curator**Job Description:****Position Overview**The **McEachern Art Center (MAC)** is hiring **Gallery Curators** for the 26-27 academic year. Curators oversee gallery operations during open hours, guide visitors through exhibitions, and maintain a professional, secure, and organized space.This role provides practical experience in gallery operations, visitor engagement, and arts administration.**Employment Term****Start of the Fall semester in August to the last day of classes.****Core Responsibilities*** Report directly to the MAC Director* Lead gallery tours for guests and community members* Maintain gallery cleanliness and organization* Ensure alarm system is set and doors are secured at the end of each shift* Represent the MAC professionally during all open hours**Required Qualifications*** Must be a current **Mercer University** undergraduate or graduate student* Must be **Federal Work-Study qualified*** Students should contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm eligibility* Strong communication skills* Organized and dependable* Professional and positive attitude* Willingness to contribute to the continued growth of the MAC**Position Details*** **Pay:** $10 per hour* **Schedule:** Thursday–Saturday, 4:00pm–8:00pm (During Open Gallery Hours)* **Hours per Week:** Approximately 4–15 hours depending on staffing needs* **Start Date:** Mid-August**Performance-Based Continuation**,8:00 pm4:00 pmStudents seeking serious, hands-on gallery experience are encouraged to apply. This position requires responsibility and consistency.**Scheduled Hours:**8**Start Date:**08/1/2026**End Date:**05/8/2027