at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
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LocationEvanston, Illinois
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Department: Block Museum
Salary/Grade: EXS/7
Target hiring range for this position will be between be $61,242 - $72,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Job Summary:
The Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University seeks an experienced and dynamic
Assistant Director of Public Programs in its department of Campus and Community Education and Engagement. Working alongside others on the Block's team, this colleague will have a leading role in implementing the vision set forth in the Block Museum's 2024-2029 Strategic Plan, full details of which are available online:
https://www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu/about-the-block/strategic-plan-2024-2029.html
This position reports to the Associate Director of Engagement.
The incumbent will manage the development, implementation, and execution of a wide-ranging scope of cross-disciplinary programs with and for broad audiences, including Northwestern students, faculty, staff, communities off campus, and general public visitors, that use the Block's collection and exhibitions as a springboard for shared learning and dialogue around issues that matter in our world today. In their role, they will center equity and inclusion; foreground the Block's interdisciplinary teaching, learning and research mission; engage with Northwestern students, staff, faculty and their ideas; and, by bringing their ideas and creativity to shape a suite of annual programs, advance the museum's role as catalyst for new ideas, and a convener across disciplines and communities.
The Block Museum of Art prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion in programs, exhibitions, partnerships, and working practice, by centering the voices and experiences of those who have been historically excluded from or underrepresented in higher education and museum practice. Therefore, the successful candidate will have demonstrated experience with public programs for diverse audiences, working with a range of communities and partners, leading teams and projects, and meaningfully connecting to internal and external stakeholders. They will be committed to creative, intellectually rigorous and collaborative public programming, and will build and maintain productive relationships with museum colleagues, faculty, students, campus and community partners, and the general public. The capacity to imagine and create programs that center dialogue on challenging and complex issues with works of art and build the foundations upon which such conversations take place amongst a broad range of constituencies is essential. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, access and inclusion is required, along with a strong interest in working with Northwestern students and our campus community.
Works occasional nights and weekends.
Specific Responsibilities:
Program Development:
Working with the Associate Director of Engagement, research and suggest speakers, formats, partners and themes for programs that align with departmental and museum mission. Lead planning meetings with internal, campus and external partners to collaboratively generate and shape content for public programs, and target opportunities for others bring their ideas and expertise to the table. Meet regularly with the Block Student Associates to capture their ideas and feedback on programming. In accordance with program planning process and timeline and with the Associate Director, make recommendations for a suite of public programs, and refine scope/capacity.
Program Implementation:
Oversee all aspects of the program development process and timeline. Engage in regular communication with internal and external program partners, coordinate and lead advance meetings to prepare for programs, and proactively flag areas of concern to Associate Director. With the support of the Engagement Coordinator, manage speaker logistics, calendar and marketing needs, A/V and venue, talking points, and other event details. With Communications, consider audience and outreach goals. With Associate Director, identify opportunities for Student Associates to participate in public programs as emcees, discussants, and contributors.
Program Execution and Follow Up:
With the administrative and logistical support of the Engagement Coordinator, coordinate day-of event logistics, working with internal museum colleagues to ensure alignment, clear communication, and clarity of staffing roles.... For full info follow application link.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
