SENIOR PROGRAM SPECIALIST (ASSISTANT MUSEUM CURATOR & SOCIAL MEDIA) (AT-WILL)

City of Torrance; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Torrance is seeking a Senior Program Specialist to serve as the Assistant Museum Curator for exhibitions. The role focuses on research, development and coordination of upcoming exhibitions, with strong emphasis on public programming and educational outreach.

The ideal candidate will have a degree related to the arts and experience in museum or gallery settings, plus excellent communication and collaboration skills. Hours are part-time, evenings and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Exhibition research, development and coordination experience.
• Experience in museum/gallery programming and public engagement.
• Knowledge of arts education and exhibition interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and coordinate upcoming exhibitions.
• Assist in planning, interpretation, and display of artworks.
• Support public programs and educational outreach for exhibitions.
• Communicate with internal teams and external partners to ensure exhibition success.

Skills

Exhibition programming

Public programming

Arts education knowledge

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS in Recreation, Cultural Studies, or related field

Degree in Visual Arts, Art History or Museum Studies

Job description

Senior Program Specialist – Assistant Museum Curator

The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Senior Program Specialist to serve as the Assistant Museum Curator!

The Community Services Department offers Torrance residents the unique opportunity to help achieve a sense of purpose, identity, self-worth and improved self-esteem within the specialized areas of Cultural Arts, Library, Parks and Recreation. The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs and facilities for all those who live, learn, work and play in the City of Torrance.

The Position

The Senior Program Specialist (Assistant Museum Curator) assigned to Exhibitions is responsible for research, development, and coordination for all upcoming exhibitions.

For more information about the duties of the position, click here.

Hours

This is a recurrent, part-time, non-civil service, as needed position. Hours are flexible but concentrated around exhibitions. This position may be expected to work some evenings and weekends.

Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills such as: Graduation from High School or equivalent and two years of increasingly responsible part-time experience at the level of a Program Specialist. A BA/BS in Recreation, Cultural Studies, or a related field is desirable. Some positions may require specific experience and/or education/certification in a field such as: recreation, fine or performing arts, art history, sports, early childhood education, adaptive recreation, senior citizens, parks or science programs.

Some positions may require the following certifications: A valid California Class C Driver's License.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in Visual Arts, Art History or Museum Studies
• Experience in public programming of museum and gallery environments;
• Knowledge of arts education and programming;
• Principles and practices used in the exhibition and interpretation of artwork;
• Excellent customer service;
• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those met during the course of work.

Supervisory experience is desired.

The application filing period opens Tuesday October 27, 2026. Only those applicants whose experience best meets the needs of the City and Department will be invited to participate in an oral interview.

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As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!