Part-Time Gallery Programs & Visitor Experience

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

The San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC) is seeking a part-time Gallery Program Associate to support day-to-day operations, exhibitions, public programs, administration, and visitor experience in the SFAC Galleries. The role emphasizes strong customer service and an arts-centered approach to public interaction.

Responsibilities include staffing during public hours, assisting with installations and events, and coordinating with artists and partners.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Substitution: qualifying experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• One year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours for full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Gallery Attendant and primary public contact during Gallery hours, welcoming visitors and providing information about exhibitions and programs.
• Open and close the Gallery and maintain a welcoming, accessible space.
• Monitor exhibitions and communicate artwork, facilities, security, accessibility concerns.
• Track attendance and support basic Gallery recordkeeping.
• Support exhibition openings, artist talks, performances, and events, including setup and breakdown.
• Coordinate with Lead Preparator on installation/deinstallation and with artists, vendors, and contractors.
• Provide administrative, financial and marketing support, including scheduling, purchasing, invoices, inventories.
• Coordinate with Gallery and department staff, security, facilities, vendors, artists, and community partners.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Art knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Office software

Job description

The San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC) is seeking a part-time Gallery Program Associate to support day-to-day operations, exhibitions, public programs, administration, and visitor experience in the SFAC Galleries. The role emphasizes strong customer service and an arts-centered approach to public interaction.

Responsibilities include staffing during public hours, assisting with installations and events, and coordinating with artists and partners.