The Museum's Division of Education seeks an experienced educator with an extensive background in the Philadelphia public schools to serve as Project Coordinator for the Art Speaks! Empowerment School Initiative. The Empowerment School Initiative builds upon the successful citywide implementation of Art Speaks, which has reached more than 5,000 students in this first year.

The Project Coordinator will work with PMA Division of Education staff to integrate Empowerment Schools into the Art Speaks program by:

• Contacting and conducting outreach to Empowerment Schools.
• Hosting meetings to introduce Art Speaks to regional Superintendents and principals.
• Conducting in-service workshops at schools to orient Empowerment School teachers to the Art Speak! program and materials.
•Supporting the scheduling of Art Speaks! School tours at the PMA and distribution of Art Speaks! teaching materials to Empowerment Schools before their visits.
• Surveying teachers and assessing student pre- and post-visit Art Speaks workbook materials over the course of the program to evaluate its success.

Qualified candidates will have a strong working knowledge of the Philadelphia School District and of 4th grade language arts and classroom teaching. A Master’s degree and teaching experience preferred. Strong organizational skills required. This is a part-time (25 hour a week), temporary position through December 2010.

The Museum seeks an experienced architect with advanced project management skills to manage the Museum’s Master Plan program and projects by providing oversight of the design and construction activities.

The Program Manager/Project manager will manage the overall Master Plan program validation process. In concert with the Museum’s Owner Representative firm, this position will develop requests for proposals for professional design and specialty services and, develop/implement systems to monitor and control project costs and schedules. Working with Museum staff, consultants, and contractors this position will develop an overall building preservation policy, standards for architectural design at the Museum’s buildings and, develop a long-range building maintenance plan for the Museum’s buildings. The Manager will also work with local, state and federal commissions, agencies and authorities in securing required governmental reviews and approvals. As required, the Manager will prepare and assist with the preparation of regular reports, special studies and analysis.

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Architecture degree or equivalent professional degree in architecture, a professional license as an architect and, 20+ years experience demonstrating increasing managerial responsibility. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to coordinate multiple groups.

The Museum announces the two-year (first year renewable) Dorothy J. del Bueno Curatorial Fellowship beginning on July 1, 2010. The fellowship provides firsthand experience with curatorial work in the graphic arts. A Master’s degree in art history or related field is required; candidates should have demonstrated a commitment to scholarship in art history and an ability to work collaboratively. Fellows participate in all activities of a large, active curatorial department with a collection of over 160,000 works of art on paper, located in new, state-of-the art facilities: exhibition and loan preparation; object research and cataloguing; study room supervision; and daily administrative tasks. Fellows have the opportunity to organize an exhibition from the permanent collection during second year of the fellowship. Position includes travel stipend and benefits.

Please include a letter of application stating goals, a resume, and the names and contact information of three references.

A/D March 26, 2010.

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 Museum is currently seeking outgoing, responsible, and energetic temporary Sales Associates to represent the Philadelphia Museum of Art and enhance the experience of Museum visitors.

Sales Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing exceptional customer service to visitors, performing sales transactions, and maintaining the stock level and appearance of the Museum's retail stores. Ideal candidates will have prior sales and/or customer service experience, a desire to be part of a team during an exciting exhibition, an interest in art, and computer and cashier experience. Seeking to fill full-time and part-time positions. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings during exhibitions. Hours and days will vary.

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 Museum offers one Andrew W. Mellon Postgraduate Fellowship in Paper Conservation. Beginning September 1, 2010 and ending August 31, 2011, the Fellowship may be extended up to three years. Applicants should be graduates of a recognized conservation training program or have equivalent experience. The Fellow will examine, conduct research, and perform treatment on works of art on paper in the Museum collections and will be expected to participate in preservation activities throughout the Museum.

The Fellowship will focus on conservation of European and American art on paper and include work on Indian paintings, East Asian scrolls and screens, as well as minor work on photographs. The Fellow will work with the two staff paper conservators in the new state-of-the art laboratory which opened in spring 2007.

The fellowship includes a stipend of, health insurance, $3,000 in travel funds and $2,000 for research support.

Applicants should send a letter with a statement of interest; a resume; transcripts of graduate and undergraduate courses; several samples of examination reports and treatment records with photographs, including any published treatments or research; and two supporting letters from conservation professionals familiar with the candidate’s work to:
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Human Resources
P O Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646

All application materials must be received by March 1, 2010.

The Museum is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the department of Human Resources. This is a fast-paced, front desk role that oversees the flow of information into and out of the department. The Administrative Assistant ensures the accuracy and timely submission of paperwork processes invoices; prepares reports; maintains databases, and employee files. The HR Assistant completes general administrative tasks such as preparing materials for meetings and trainings; drafting correspondence; sorting mail; filing; and monitoring and ordering office supplies. This position will also organize employee events; schedules meetings; handle internal and external inquiries; and help implement Human Resources services, policies and programs.

The Assistant will carry out duties in multiple functional areas of Human Resources, and experience with recruiting, benefits and HRIS administration is desirable. Candidates must be highly organized with keen attention for detail; possess exceptional oral and written communication skills and have a proclivity for customer service. Candidates must have the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment. Sensitivity toward confidential information is mandatory. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required. Knowledge of ADP’s HR/B or PC Payroll is highly desirable. Experience in a museum, other cultural institution, non-profit organization, or hospitality field a plus.

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 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 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.

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.