The Philadelphia Museum of Art seeks applicants specializing in modern and contemporary art for a post-doctoral fellowship, funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and offered beginning April/May. Available to outstanding scholars who wish to pursue a curatorial career in art museums, this two-year fellowship, with a possible third year renewal, will provide curatorial training while also supporting scholarly research related to the renowned collections of modern and contemporary art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The Mellon Fellow will work in the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art, collaborating closely with the individual curators as well as with other curatorial, conservation, education, information services and registrar staff. The Fellow will have access to the collections, and to the Museum’s library, and partake of all the professional privileges extended to Museum staff.

Working in consultation with the supervising curators, the Mellon Fellow will develop concrete projects that complement their research interests and the priorities of the department. Research projects that contribute to the Museum’s scholarly publications or exhibitions drawn from the permanent collections are encouraged. In addition, the Fellow will also have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of museum activities, such as exhibition and program planning, volunteer training, art history lectures and gallery tours.

Applicants must have completed a PhD within the last five years or have a proven record of equivalent accomplishment. Candidates must demonstrate scholarly excellence and promise as well as a strong interest in a museum career. Mellon Fellows will receive a competitive starting salary. Benefits and a travel allowance will also be provided.

Please apply with a statement of no more than 4 pages (double spaced) describing your preparation, area of research and potential relationship to the Museum’s collections. Applications should also include:

- A complete curriculum vitae, including education, employment, honors, and awards
- A writing sample
- Complete contact information (name, address, e-mail, telephone)
- Three letters of recommendation sent directly to the Museum at the address below.

Statements of interest with writing samples can be submitted online via the link below.

Complete application materials must be received by February 15, 2010.

Human Resources
Philadelphia Museum of Art
P.O. Box 7646
Philadelphia, PA 19101-7646
www.philamuseum.org

No telephone calls, please

With support from the endowment of the Center for American Art, two summer fellows will assist in the Museum’s Department of American Art, contributing to ongoing collection research and exhibition preparation. Graduate students in art history or related fields with an interest in curatorial studies and American painting and sculpture before 1945 are encouraged to apply. Fellows will be expected to work ten weeks between May 17 and August 27, 2010. This fellowship includes a stipend.

Please apply with a letter describing your interest and preparation for this position; curriculum vitae including education, employment, publications, and honors; a list of three references; and complete contact information.

Application Deadline: February 15, 2010

In honor of Robert L. McNeil, Jr., the Barra Foundation endowment will sponsor one fellow in the Department of American Art during the academic year (nine months, from September 2010 through May 2011). Fellows will work half-time (18 hours per week, with 2 weeks vacation), assisting in ongoing department research and exhibition projects while conducting a personal research project. Applicants should have completed their M.A. degree in art history or a related field and propose a thesis or area of research interest that can take advantage of the resources of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and other area libraries and institutions. Priority will be given to those with projects relating to the Museum’s collection, and to students from the Philadelphia region. Fellows will have library privileges at the PMA and the University of Pennsylvania. At the conclusion of the term, the Barra Fellow will be expected to submit a paper reflecting work done during the residency. Fellowship includes a stipend with additional research and travel funds.

Please apply with a statement of no more than 3 pages (double spaced) describing your preparation, the general direction of research, and the appropriateness of your studies to the resources in Philadelphia. Applications should also include:

-A complete curriculum vitae, including education, employment, honors, and awards
-A writing sample
-Complete contact information (name, address, e-mail, telephone)
-A list of three references

Please direct one of your referees to write on your behalf directly to the Museum at the following address:
Philadelphia Museum of Art
P.O. Box 7646
Philadelphia, PA 19101
Attn: Human Resources

Application deadline: February 15, 2010

The Museum is seeking an individual to support the collection, use, and generation of attendance data for the Membership and Visitor Services team. This position will facilitate the input and export of data from the attendance system, Paciolan, to ensure the highest quality data exists in the ticketing system for ease in reporting. The Attendance Data Coordinator is also responsible for any system set up for Special Exhibitions, Programs and Admission as well as the set up and tracking of Membership and General Admission promotions in the ticketing system. This position will support research efforts by scheduling Research Assistants, distributing and collecting research materials, and inputting research data results.

The Museum is seeking an experienced manager to ensure the highest quality customer service for Museum visitors and members, and to oversee a staff of Visitor Services Assistants. This individual will participate in public planning efforts for special exhibitions, maintain the daily payroll and cash out procedures, and oversee work performance and operational standards. The role demands good problem-solving abilities in order to respond to concerns or issues that may arise in the Visitor Services areas of the Museum. The requirements for the Assistant Manager position include demonstrated supervisory experience, preferably of a large staff, in the hospitality industry or in a museum setting, exceptional customer service and organizational skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of staff and visitors. Must be available Tuesday through Sunday with evening hours on Fridays as well as some holidays. During special exhibitions, additional hours will be required. An interest or knowledge of the arts is highly desirable.

Temporary Visitor Services Assistants are needed to represent the Philadelphia Museum of Art during our upcoming special exhibitions

We are currently seeking attentive, outgoing, energetic, individuals with a background or interest in art to help enrich the experience of Museum visitors. At a minimum the position requires individuals to sell both general and special exhibit admission tickets; promote Museum programs and memberships through telephone and in-person contact; check guest coats; answer phone inquiries; provide information and answer guest questions.

Candidates seeking to work as Visitor Services Assistants should have excellent customer service, computer, and clerical skills. Cash handling experience is a plus. This is a fast-paced, multi-tasking position that requires candidates to have the ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 20 lbs.

Full-time and part-time availability including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday is required for all shifts. Hours and days will vary with holidays and evenings required. Interested candidates should click on the link to apply online. For serious consideration please include a copy of your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is seeking a talented student of curatorial studies or art history to function as an intern for the department of Modern and Contemporary Art. The intern will gain experience in a museum setting by providing support with research, writing, and administrative details to the curatorial department. The intern will assist with specific contemporary art exhibitions as well as with the management of the collection. This is an unpaid internship anticipated to continue over a three month period.

Qualified candidates must possess a BA degree (MA or PhD preferred) in art history or curatorial studies with a contemporary art focus. The intern must demonstrate strong research and writing skills and be able to work well independently.

Interested applicants should apply with a cover letter and resume. Please include a statement of interest in the cover letter including goals for the internship and dates of availability. Contact information for two references will also be required. Interested candidates should click on the link to apply. EOE

The Museum is currently seeking outgoing, responsible, and energetic temporary Sales Associates to enhance the experience of Museum visitors during our special exhibitions.

Sales Associates are expected to provide exceptional customer service to visitors; perform sales transactions; maintain and replenish the stock levels; and ensure the appearance of the Museum's retail stores.

The ideal candidate must have cash handling experience and prior sales experience, preferably with high end design merchandise. Additionally, previous experience providing exceptional customer service, strong computer skills, and a desire to be part of a team are highly desirable. An interest in art is preferred.

This is a temporary position that calls for day and evening availability for weekends, holidays, and weekday shifts. Hours and days will vary. Interested candidates should click on the link to apply.

The Museum is seeking a Financial Analyst for its Finance Department. This position will report to the CFO. The Financial Analyst will interpret and analyze data affecting programs, prepare plans of action for investment, and spot trends to produce forecasts of economic conditions. Establishing capital budgets and assisting in the implementation of policies and procedures are some of the additional aspects of this position. The Financial Analyst must posses a strong knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and of the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting along with a minimum of four years experience as a financial analyst. The successful candidate for this position will be detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills. The individual must also have excellent interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with other departments, and have great written and verbal communication skills to present complex financial concepts and strategies. Proficiency with Excel, Word, and accounting software are required. Individuals with previous experience in museums and/or non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply.

Who we are and why this is important
The Fleisher Art Memorial is a source for inspiration, creativity and community. Every year, more than 17,000 people experience the transformative power of art by participating in our studio classes, exhibitions, and community-based programming. We are a non-profit organization committed to advancing the vision of our founder, Samuel S. Fleisher, who believed that art is one of society’s greatest assets and equalizers, and from the doorway of his Graphic Sketch Club, “invited the world to come and learn art.”

Through all of our work, we strive to make art accessible to everyone regardless of age, economic means, or artistic experience. We operate one of the nation’s first community-based arts centers, providing free and low-cost studio art classes along with opportunities for beginning and seasoned artists to exhibit their work in a professional gallery setting. To further enhance our mission, Fleisher’s arts education programming reaches deeply into schools and community centers, and has brought us national recognition and powerful opportunities to advocate for and shape arts education initiatives throughout the region and the country.

Fleisher is well known for its commitment to the highest quality arts instruction. We enroll and serve nearly 1700 young people annually at our Catharine Street facility and at school and with communities city-wide. The position of Manager of Children and Youth Programs has been created to effectively manage the youth programs operations, accommodate the diverse needs of our students, and support the development of our devoted and talented faculty.

Who you are
You are a self-motivated professional – personable, reliable, hard working and results-oriented. You are a smart, thoughtful, and clear thinker, who values open communication, is able to give and receive constructive feedback, and is supportive of a team-oriented environment. You are a skillful and savvy manager, willing to help us chart a new course, with enough prior experience to be confident and proactive in developing new systems and approaches to run a tight, efficient ship. You are comfortable working with a wide variety of audiences which includes Philadelphia public school personnel, community based organization staff and parents. Your eye is on exemplary management and development of Fleisher’s range of youth programming.

You are not hesitant to start projects from scratch, because you are patient, open to change and continual improvement. When tackling problems, you easily break down challenges into manageable pieces, finding creative and sustainable solutions to complex, knotty problems. You are always looking outside of the organization to identify best practices and find ways to implement them in your realm of influence.

What you will do
Along with the Director of Arts Education and your colleagues in the arts education department, you will craft, execute and manage Fleisher’s programming for youth consistent with the goals and objectives outlined in Fleisher’s strategic plan. You will develop and be held accountable for an annual program budget. You will recruit, hire, evaluate and manage Fleisher’s faculty and provide support to them as they design curricula and teach art courses and work with public school teacher to design integrated arts curricula. Additionally, you will be required to strengthen relationships and operational ties between Fleisher staff and faculty through frequent personal contact, professional development, troubleshooting and practical support, and information sharing. You will attract, encourage and enlist students to participate in our programs, and you will ensure their experience is positive and rewarding. You will collect and use data to inform your work, and you will evaluate programming quality, content and personnel, and make improvements and changes based on prudent rationale and recognized arts education standards. You will know Fleisher’s faculty and students well and be supportive of their pursuits for personal fulfillment at Fleisher. You are accommodating of a flexible schedule, because you will need to be present when late afternoon and weekend young people’s classes are in session.

More about you
You have a bachelors or masters degree in arts education, early childhood education, or equivalent experience in art education and program planning and have found that you really excel in managing, supervising others and in program development. You may be a seasoned professional or early in your arts management career and are seeking a position in which you can grow professionally over the next several years. You have excellent writing skills and strong public speaking skills, and enjoy working collaboratively. You are efficient and highly organized. You never fail to meet deadlines and are capable of being a highly responsive and proactive member of a team. You are empathetic, thoughtful and a diplomat, easily able to recognize and use your influence within and on behalf of an organization. Details are important to you, but you can also see the strategic implications of your role and responsibilities.

The benefits of becoming a member of the Fleisher team
The Fleisher team consists of group of people committed to excellence. We all cherish our place as a vanguard arts education institution in Philadelphia that also serves as a model across the country. You will have the support of your colleagues who are artists, educators, and administrators. Each is committed to Fleisher’s mission and participates honestly and openly to continually improve our programming, operations and image. Fleisher is a learning institution encouraging its staff members to develop professionally. Fleisher employees receive a competitive compensation package, including options to enroll in health, dental, life insurance and pension plans; free admission to the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA); and access to the PMA library and PMA staff-only educational and professional development opportunities.

If this description seems like a good match for your personality, skills, and career goals please send us a cover letter, resume and three references by clicking on the "apply now" link.

The Museum is seeking a Director of Membership to provide leadership for a 65,000 household membership program. This position oversees all operations associated with acquiring, retaining, and upgrading the membership base; developing annual revenue and expense budgets; developing strategic and integrated membership marketing programs involving mail, phone, and e-campaigns; and member programs and services. The position manages a team of 5 direct reports, which includes oversight of the Museum’s Data Center and Telemarketing Center (with up to 20 part time calling staff). The Director of Membership collaborates extensively with departments across the Museum, most notably Visitor Services, Development, and Education to maximize the membership experience and ongoing stewardship. Qualified candidates must possess 5+ years related management experience in an organization of similar size and complexity, and a track record demonstrating superior qualitative and quantitative analytical skills, oral and written communication expertise, and people-management skills. Proficiency in Word, Excel and Access, and a working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising database system is required. Some weekend, evening and holiday work will be required.

The Museum seeks professional and articulate telephone representatives to contact visitors to generate new membership sales. Previous telemarketing, fundraising, art, and/or nonprofit experience preferred. Seeking applicants with an interest in promoting the arts and who are able to work flexible, part-time evening and weekend schedules.

Near public transportation (32, 38, 48, and 7 buses). Please call (215) 684-7230 to apply.