Studio Monitor Job at Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia

We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace

At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. 

How You Will Contribute

The Studio Monitor, Family Programs provides support for children’s programming at the museum through assisting with studio upkeep, supply management, and program execution.  

Potential onsite programs could include: Art Kids Classes, Art Museum Playdate, Art Kids Studio, Lil’ Art Kids, Art Kids Tours, and Family Festivals as well as seasonal programs as needed. Potential virtual programs could include: Art Playdate at Home and Art Club at Home.

Specifically, you will:
 

• Manage studio schedules and maintain cleanliness of all Education Studios including setting up and breaking down the studio for children’s programming
• Order, organize, and oversee supplies for children’s studio programs
• Operate the kiln and firing schedule
• As part of the Family Programs team, contribute to brainstorming for Art Kids Studio, summer, and out of school programming
• With the Manager of Family Programs, support day-to-day administration of Children’s Art Classes including updating records such supply requests, gallery locations, and class rosters
• Help facilitate special holiday programming including Trick or Treat at the Art Museum, Turkey Hangover, Winter Break, and Spring Break
• Serve as point person for Saturday Children’s Art Classes and assist teachers as necessary 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your background and experience include:
 

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent independent managing of time
• Patient and calm demeanor
• Knowledge of basic artistic practices and media
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
• Ability to be outgoing and engaging
• Ability to be receptive to feedback

Position and Compensation Details
 

• The hourly rate for this position is $20.97.
• This position is Full-Time, Non-Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
• This position is part of the AFSCME Local 397 bargaining unit.
• This position reports to the Manager of Family Programs.
• Physical requirements:
  • Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
• Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Institutional Requirements
 

• Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
• Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
• Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

Application Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.

What We Offer

Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:
 

• Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
• Discounted guest tickets for admission
• Discounts on gift memberships
• Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
• Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:
 

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
• Health savings or flexible spending account program
• Retirement savings program with museum match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays

*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.

 

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