Job Summary 
Pratt Munson College of Art & Design is actively seeking dynamic and creative individuals to join our adjunct faculty for both studio and academic roles. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis for consideration in upcoming semesters. 

Individuals interested in part-time, adjunct teaching positions should possess the following qualifications: 

• Master's degree or equivalent in Area of Expertise, MFA for Studio Areas

• Practicing artist or designer (studio classes only) 

• Previous teaching experience is required 

• Evidence of the ability to teach and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds 

Courses being offered in: 

• Studio Art: 

  • 2D & 3D Design 

  • Drawing 

  • Graphic Design 

  • Illustration 

  • Animation 

  • Photography 

  • Sculpture 

• Academic Areas:

  • English 

  • Art History 

  • Social Sciences 

Interested candidates should provide the following required application materials; 

• Letter of Intent 

• Curriculum Vitae 

• PDF portfolio including 20 images of personal work (studio faculty only)

• PDF portfolio including 20 images of student work (studio faculty only)

• Sample syllabus from previously taught course 

• 3 references with names and contact information (no letters required)

Compensation: $3,500-$4,000 per class per semester

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will only be accepted through our online application form on Submittable.com: Application Link.

• Applications sent through email will not be accepted. 

• For inquiries, please contact hrjobs@munson.art. 

Incomplete submissions will not be accepted/reviewed

Job Summary
Munson is seeking to fill a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Jewelry and Metal Arts in its Pratt Munson College of Art and Design program starting Fall 2024. Application deadline is January 31, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately.

The qualifications of the candidate should include an MFA in Jewelry, Metalsmithing, or related field. Preference will be afforded to applicants with significant experience working in a range of jewelry techniques including cold-connection, fabrication, soldering, casting, metal forming, and basic-advanced stone setting. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach introductory to intermediate levels of traditional methods along with contemporary methods including rapid prototyping technologies. The position includes a 3/3 course load for the academic year including the following courses: Jewelry I, Ideation & Concept for Jewelers, Jewelry II, Lost Wax Casting for Jewelry, Perspectives in Jewelry: CAD/CAM Technology, and a History of Jewelry Design (or a Foundation class depending on enrollment). There is potential to teach in the Community Arts program under an additional contract.

The ideal candidate will oversee and maintain the Jewelry and Metal Arts area studio and equipment that is utilized by both the Pratt Munson college classes and Community Arts programming. They will manage the budget and work with the Jewelry Studio Technician on coordinating the inventory and ordering materials. Our jewelry facility includes a fully equipped metalworking studio, equipped with acetylene/ambient air torch stations, rolling mills, flex shafts, buffing wheels, tumbler, hydraulic press, casting station equipped with 2 kilns, vacuum table, electromelt, and individual benches for students.

Faculty members are expected to be active as creative and exhibiting artists or designers and participate in service to the Pratt Munson program and the organization. Preference will be given to candidates with at least three years of experience teaching in higher education.

Salary/Benefits – Academic year salary of $48,000 - $55,000 with full benefits including health, dental, vision, and group life insurances.

Pratt Munson uses Submittable to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Complete an application through Submittable, by clicking here.

To Apply, please submit

• Letter of application

• Curriculum vitae

• Teaching philosophy including statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Artist/designer statement

• 20 images of professional, creative work

• 20 images of student work

• Link to website if available

• Contact information for three references (reference will be contacted for finalists)

Incomplete submissions will not be accepted/reviewed.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Munson is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment. This is a full time, on-site position, located in Utica, NY.

Position Overview
The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment is responsible for the overall operations of the Pratt Munson admissions office to ensure the annual admission goal of 110-125 first-year students is met annually. 
The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment reports to the Pratt Munson College of Art and Design Dean and works in concert with the Pratt Institute (Brooklyn) VP for Enrollment Management and the Director of Admissions in the development and implementation of all aspects of a strategic recruitment plan and enrollment services.
In addition, the Associate Director of Admissions is a direct liaison with international students and serves as a Designated School Official (DSO). The position also includes the supervision and training of two admissions counselors. The position requires occasional travel and weekend and evening work, as needed for recruitment.

Our Culture
Munson is committed to community engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment at Pratt Munson will model the values and culture of the organization to both colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive, and respectful, and will value collaboration across the organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment is responsible for the overall operation of the Pratt Munson Admissions Office. This includes supervising the admissions staff to ensure annual admission goals are met, developing creative recruitment strategies for admissions, enrollment and retention while working in close collaboration with Pratt Institute.

Recruitment/Admissions

•  Assist in the development and implementation of the overall recruitment strategy under the supervision of the Dean and in close coordination with Pratt Institute’s Director of Admissions and Vice President for Enrollment Management.

• Build and maintain a close working relationship between the recruitment staff across both campuses;

• In coordination with Pratt Institute’s Admissions Office, organize and participate in off-campus recruitment events such as national and regional portfolio days, high school visits, college fairs, etc.;

• Maintain databases and produce reports to track prospect, applicant, and enrollment yields. Monitor progress toward enrollment goals for first-time, transfer, and international students;

• Serve as a primary contact for all high schools and organizations. Maintain a database of key schools, contact information, and enrollment history;

• Author communications and manage the communication flow for prospects and applications received, processed, and forwarded by the Brooklyn campus and provide supplemental reviews and assessments of applications materials as needed;

• Maintain knowledge of Pratt Munson academic and extracurricular offerings, financial aid, faculty and staff, and student activities, as well as Munson Museum of Art and Performing Arts events to provide prospective students an overview of the entire Munson organization;

• Organize and participate in on-campus and virtual recruitment events such as information sessions, campus tours, relocation trip, and Admitted Students Day;

• Manage day-to-day operations of the office, including departmental budget.;

• Evaluate the success of recruitment events, adjusting as needed to ensure ROI from outreach efforts;

• Manage the application process for the summer pre-college program (when applicable); and

• Serve on Munson interdivisional committees, Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in admissions and enrollment in higher education, and other duties as required.

Enrollment Marketing
In partnership with the Director of Marketing and Communications at Munson and in close collaboration with the Director of Enrollment Marketing at Pratt Institute, provide an array of enrollment marketing services. These include:

• Develop creative admissions campaigns for distribution across the Pratt Munson website, social media, email marketing, and publications;

• Working with the Munson Marketing Communications team, oversee the development, publication, and distribution of admissions marketing materials;

• Work with IT, Marketing and Communications, and other stakeholders to ensure that the Pratt Munson website maintains accurate, updated, and relevant information, photography, videography, and graphics; and

• Hire professional photographers and organize yearly photo shoots of student work and campus life to maintain up-to-date files for publications and external assessment needs.

International

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) for SEVIS;

• Assist the Office of International Affairs at Pratt Institute with completing the student I-20 process; and

• Advise international students on immigration status in coordination with the Office of International Affairs at Pratt Institute;

Supervisory

• Recruit, train, and supervise admissions counselors (2) and student workers.

• Provide on-going assessment and annual performance appraisals for counselors.

Organizational Service
The Associate Director will serve on Munson intra-departmental committees, participate in Munson/Pratt Munson community events, attend Pratt Munson events, represent Pratt Munson in the community, and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience
The Associate Director of Admission and Enrollment, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design will:

• Be an experienced professional with a record of successful, motivational administrative achievements in an accredited college or similar setting (3+ years of program/department leadership experience preferred);

• Be a team leader who motivates and creates a positive and effective work environment;

• Be experienced, strategic and thoughtful in addressing recruitment, enrollment, retention, and related admissions issues, policies, and processes;

• Possess strong fiscal management capabilities for all aspects of the departmental budget, and managerial acumen to see projects through to completion with attention to detail and respectful of deadlines; and

• Be a superior communicator with interpersonal skills that reflect clarity of expression and effectiveness in working with diverse groups in a complex organizational setting within a College of Art and Design.

Job Qualifications

• BA or BFA, with an MA or MFA preferred

• 3+ years of related professional experience with increasing levels of responsibility

• Supervisory experience and demonstrable leadership skills

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current issues and trends in admissions and enrollment

• Ability to work with diverse student body

• Willingness to work evening and weekend hours during active admission season

• Experience with CRM systems (Slate)

• Valid driver’s license

• Successful completion of a post-offer, pre-hire background check

Supervisory Responsibilities
The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment at Pratt Munson College of Art and Design has direct supervisory responsibilities for hiring, termination, performance appraisals and performance counseling.

Working Environment and Hours
The Associate Director of Admissions and Enrollment will regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, sit, and may lift and carry materials for intermittent periods of time throughout the day. Significant portions of daily assignments involve the application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity. Work regularly requires and/or varies between morning, afternoon, evening and/or weekend assignments.
Munson is committed to community engagement and to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position will model the values and culture of the organization to students, colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive, and respectful and will value collaboration across the organization and within the community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, being or having been a victim of domestic violence or stalking, disability, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ability, age, veteran status or any other categories covered by law. 

Compensation
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on various factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, specialty, and training.

• Salary Range $58,548 to 63,548         

Munson offers an excellent benefits package which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurances for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and dependents.  

• Paid group life insurance with the ability to purchase additional optional life insurance

• Paid short-term and long-term disability coverages

• Participation in Munson’s TIAA Retirement plan after one year of service

• Generous benefit time off including sick time, holiday, early closing on summer Fridays and annual PTO of 15 days with increases beginning with your 4th year.

• Other benefits include: Employee Assistance Program, Museum of Art Membership with reciprocal admission to other Museums, free School of Art classes for you and your family and complimentary tickets to world-class performances, films, and children’s performances

As a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization under the IRS Code, Munson is considered a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain non-profit and public employers.

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Pratt Munson College of Art and Design is seeking candidates for the position of Dean to begin in the Fall of 2024. Application deadline is February 5, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately.

The Dean, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design will be an exceptional, dynamic, and resourceful leader who is committed to excellence in arts education and to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of Pratt Munson. Pratt Munson, located in Utica, New York, is an affiliate of Pratt Institute and offers the first two years of a Pratt BFA. Upon completion of their sophomore year, students relocate to Brooklyn where they complete their final two years of study at Pratt Institute. Pratt Munson College of Art and Design is a division of the parent arts organization Munson. Founded in 1919, Munson also includes a nationally recognized Museum of Art and an active Performing Arts program.

The Dean of Pratt Munson College of Art and Design reports to the President and CEO of Munson and is the chief administrative/academic officer of the College of Art and Design and Munson’s Community Arts program. The Dean provides leadership for faculty and staff to offer high-quality educational services for students at Pratt Munson and Munson Community Arts programming. The Dean directs admissions, financial aid, academics, student life, faculty, and staff for both programs.

As part of the senior leadership team, the Dean works collaboratively with Munson’s Administration and its seven divisional directors (Treasurer, Museum of Art, Performing Arts, Marketing and Communications, Development, Facilities/Safety, and HR) to develop initiatives within the College of Art and Design and achieve educational goals and objectives that align with Munson’s strategic plan.

Serving as the College of Art and Design’s advocate, the Dean will lead assessments and forecasting for curriculum, resources, and facilities to maintain and advance programming and build agility. The Dean brings leadership in planning, setting priorities, program development, and fiscal management. The position oversees all 14 full-time faculty. Six departments also report to the Dean—Community Arts, Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Life, Registrar, and Library Services—as well as the Chair of Academic Affairs and the Chair of Foundations. The Chair of Academic Affairs recruits and oversees adjunct faculty. 

Essential Job Functions
Building on Pratt Munson’s mission and Munson’s strategic plan, the Dean will:

• serve as a collaborative leader who ensures the College of Art and Design implements its strategic goals while promoting open dialogue and communications, professionalism, and integrity among academic departments, staff, students, faculty, and administrators;

• optimize the College’s joint credit program with Pratt Institute by ensuring academically excellent student learning that is in alignment with Pratt’s curriculum, and by supporting Student Life’s efforts to provide high-quality campus experiences for all students;

• in conjunction with Pratt Institute, plan and oversee annual student admissions strategies, financial aid, and related staff recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment of 200 students and optimize the retention rate;

• advocate for and lead curricular, resource, and facilities assessment and forecasting to maintain and advance programming and build agility;

• Manage key Pratt Munson metrics, including new student enrollment, retention, operating budget, and Community Arts;

• support partnerships and collaborations with regional community organizations in support of College activities;

• work with the President and Treasurer to develop and monitor the College’s annual operating budget (including salaries, capital expenses, financial aid, scholarships, and other expenses) to ensure financial stability;

• represent the College of Art and Design to the Board of Trustees, its Pratt Munson Advisory Committee, and to students, parents, and community;

• participate in developing and executing the vision and strategic direction of the parent organization, Munson;

• provide leadership for the faculty through recruitment, hiring, professional development, and evaluation practices designed to establish and maintain a high level of skills and instruction;

• participate and cooperate with all divisions and departments (including interdivisional committees, programs, and activities) to fulfill the mission and goals of Munson as well as the Pratt Munson program;

• maintain and strengthen Munson’s Community Arts programs to provide quality instruction for a wide variety of interests and aptitudes while ensuring financial growth;

• promote the College of Art and Design’s national and regional reputation through work with the Pratt Institue’s Enrollment Office, Munson’s Communications division, and serve as the Pratt Munson’s chief spokesperson, promoting the national and regional reputation of its programming; and

• work with the Munson Development office to initiate fundraising strategies for the College of Art and Design through alumni, community, and corporate support.

Organizational Service
The Dean will serve on Munson intra-departmental committees, participate in Munson community events, attend Munson and Pratt Munson events, represent Munson in the community, and complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A proven energetic and collaborative leader; appropriate terminal degree; demonstrated administrative experience in exercising leadership and participatory decision-making in higher education; experience with key aspects of curriculum development, budget activities, enrollment, facilities, and equipment and new technologies; demonstrated teaching ability in higher education; and a strong record of scholarly and/or creative activities. Experience with fundraising/grant writing and community-based funding is preferred.

Skills and Experience
The Dean of the Pratt Munson College of Art and Design will:

• be an experienced professional with a record of successful, motivational administrative achievements in an accredited college of art or similar setting (3+ years of program/department/divisional leadership experience preferred);

• be a team leader who motivates and challenges creative, talented faculty and staff in an open and collaborative environment to develop and implement programs that strengthen and advance the College, support the culture of Munson, and create a positive and effective work environment;

• be experienced, strategic and thoughtful in addressing recruitment, enrollment, retention, and related admissions issues, policies, and processes;

• possess exemplary fiscal management capabilities for all aspects of the divisional budget, including salaries, equipment, and classroom/studio needs and managerial acumen to see projects through to completion, with attention to detail and respectful of deadlines; and

• be a superior communicator with interpersonal skills that reflect clarity of expression and effectiveness in working with diverse groups in a complex organizational setting.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The Dean of the College of Art and Design has direct supervisory responsibilities for hiring, termination, performance appraisals or performance counseling.

Working Environment and Hours: The Dean of the College of Art and Design will regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, sit, and may lift and carry materials for intermittent periods of time throughout the day. Significant portions of daily assignments involve the application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity. Work regularly requires and/or varies between morning, afternoon, evening and/or weekend assignments.

Munson is committed to community engagement and to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position will model the values and culture of the organization to students, colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive, and respectful and will value collaboration across the organization and within the community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.

We offer exceptional benefits, including health, dental and vision plans;TIAA retirement plan after one year of service, generous paid time off; and free art classes, concerts, and films.

Compensation

• Salary Range $115,000 to $135,000.

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Rate increases to $19/ph with 5 years+ verifiable security-related experience.

Munson is accepting applications for a PT Relief Gallery Guard openings. Gallery Guards ensure the safety and security of Institute visitors, staff, faculty, students, art collection, and museum buildings by protecting against theft, vandalism, and fire. Gallery Guards respond to visitor/employee needs and inquiries in a professional and courteous manner and respond quickly with professional judgment in emergencies. Gallery Guards model the values and culture of the organization to colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive, and respectful and will value collaboration across the institution. Gallery Guards provide coverage days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for additional staffing or to fill in for absences. The Museum of Art is open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays, Sunday afternoons, with additional open hours for evening Museum hours or special events.

NYS Guard license required. Previous experience and familiarity with security equipment preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills required with the ability to operate two-way radio and effectively communicate with Museum of Art visitors and employees. AAS degree in criminal justice, previous security or law enforcement experience preferred. Hiring rate of $17.00 hourly.  New hires with 5 years or more of verifiable experience in law enforcement, security, or military will receive $19.00 hourly.

Applications available in person at the Campus Safety Office located at 1208 State Street, Utica.

To receive an emailed application form send requests to: hrjobs@munson.art. 

To Apply
Send your cover letter and resume to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Fax: 315-797-7509

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
 

Munson is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Information Technology and Network Manager. This is a full time, on-site position, located in Utica, NY. 

Job Summary
The Information Technology (IT) and Network Manager is responsible for maintaining Munson's institution-wide IT systems infrastructure, workspaces, classrooms, and computer labs. The IT and Network Manager develops standards for networking and computing and is responsible for the planning and implementing business continuity, system, and data security, and disaster recovery efforts.

Essential Job Functions

Administer/Maintain Systems

• Maintains network security and backup systems

• Provides network support across organizational operating systems

• Coordinates equipment installs, upgrades, and configurations of equipment and software

• Oversees security access to all systems and assures security procedures are maintained and met for all systems, networks, and enterprise information, facilitates IT security audits or investigations, and implements corrections

• Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers and administers access to such services

Information Services

• Oversees and administers the web-based and data services used throughout the organization

• Works with departments for development of web based content management systems, learning management systems, and internal database systems

• Assures compliance with security, distribution, and use of collected and stored data

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Supervises the team of Technicians, Specialists, Database & Web Content Manager and work study students 

• Hires positions within the department, assuring all required training is accomplished in a timely manner and that the team has the necessary equipment and tools to successfully accomplish their tasks

• Organizes, schedules, and assigns projects and tasks across the department. 

Planning and development

• Leads the planning, development, and implementation of the IT infrastructure and computer systems. Develops and implements business continuity to minimize disruption to business operation in the event of emergency situations or data loss. 

• Sets standards, develops, and implements policy and procedures pertaining to the use of computer systems, network infrastructure, and shared electronic resources.

Budgeting

• Analyzes IT infrastructure, systems performance, and end point systems to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs to maintain operations throughout the organization. 

• Works with divisions and departments to establish needs vs. desires to minimize costs.

Organizational Service

• Serve on interdepartmental committees as requested and complete other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required 

• Associate’s degree or equivalent certifications 

• Minimum of 7 years in a related management role

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and forward

• Experience with Fortinet Firewall, Switches, and Access points

• Excellent communication skills and professional interpersonal skills to interact with Munson staff, faculty, and students

• Strong math, reading, analytical, and deductive/inductive reasoning skills

• Effective organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and follow through on all assignments with minimal direction

• Strong communication skills for training and assisting users

• Critical thinking, consensus building, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Proficiency in multi-platform systems and technology, operating systems, office suite software platform to include, but not limited to, Microsoft and Google Workspace.

• Professional certification(s)

Compensation

• Salary Range $70,000 to $80,000

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Munson is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Library Director. This is a full time, on-site position, located in Utica, NY. 

Job Summary
The Library Director at Munson manages the daily operation of the library, administering a comprehensive collection of educational materials in various formats, and cultivating a dynamic learning environment. Initiatives are tailored to the needs of Pratt Munson college students and Munson member patrons. This position strategically guides the allocation of library resources, fosters community engagement, and supports student success. Collaborating with divisions across Munson, and especially with Pratt Munson faculty and staff, the Library Director works to enrich library and instructional resources and services, supporting the educational goals of Pratt Munson students and Munson member patrons.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operations of the library by supervising Library Assistants and Work Study Students, managing facilities, budgeting and allocating resources, developing and refining collections, ensuring collection security, and remaining current with evolving technologies in the field of library services.

• Anticipate, prioritize, and meet the needs of user groups for collections and services, including reference, research, and access to resources.

• Develop, implement, or modify policies, long-range plans, goals and objectives as needed.

• Provide in-person and digital reference and research assistance to patrons.

• Develop and conduct instructional programs in online research and information literacy for Pratt Munson classes and one-on-one for patrons.

• Assess the library's collection in alignment with the evolving curriculum of Pratt Munson and Museum of Art staff, and adapt future acquisitions to cater to emerging programs, academic needs, and Museum of Art collections.

• Catalog and manage library inventory including books and other materials, maintaining accurate records, and updating cataloging databases and keywords to improve resource accessibility for all library patrons

• Actively provide budget management by reviewing and preparing invoices for payment, review monthly budget statements for accuracy, and participate in budget preparation.

• Promote the development and use of library resources and programs through cooperative agreements with Pratt Institute Libraries and other library consortia.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Organizational Service
The Library Director will serve on Munson intra-departmental committees, participate in Munson community events, attend Pratt Munson events, represent Munson in the community, and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in all aspects of library services, including circulation, reference, technical services, technology platforms, collection development and cataloging, and information literacy.

• Demonstrated skill in planning, organizing, and implementing complex tasks with attention to detail, meeting goals and working within deadlines and budgets.

• Excellent, clear, and effective communication skills, oral and in writing, with a variety of audiences.

• A critical thinker who builds consensus and solves problems.

• Ability to read budget reports and accurately prepare fiscal documents and forms.

• An experienced team leader with exceptional interpersonal skills, and one who motivates and creates a positive and effective work environment.

Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA accredited program

• 5+ years’ experience--with preference for an academic, museum, or art-reference  library--with increasing levels of responsibility

• 2+ years of managerial experience required

Computer, Machine and Equipment Skills
Advanced personal computer skills that include the ability to send/receive e-mail messages, post information to a database or spreadsheet, and perform advanced word processing, bookkeeping, and/or data entry.  Knowledge/use of computer, printer, photocopier, phone system, fax machine, and scanner.  Requires experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and various software programs.

Compensation

• $59,000 to $70,000 annually

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Review of applications will begin May 15, 2024

Job Summary
Munson seeks a working team leader for Custodial staff. This is a day shift position, Monday thru Friday, 7am to 3:30pm with additional hours required for special events/projects and exhibit openings. The Group Leader ensures that custodial work is completed in accordance with Munson's standards as outlined in maintenance department documents. The Group Leader also performs custodial duties and snow removal as part of regular daily responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions

Provides active leadership for custodial staff on assigned shift by:

• Creating team cohesion and working well with team members in a manner that mentors coworkers and sets standards;

• Training new team members, mentoring current staff as needed to improve performance, or training current staff on new cleaning methods or cleaning products;

• Providing coaching of team members as necessary, documenting positive and negative work and keeping supervisor informed of teams’/individual’s work performance and any schedule variances;

• Maintaining regular communications with team members via radio, telephone or in-person walk thru of buildings; and

• Ensuring buildings are secured, stocked, and that work has been completed thoroughly. Ensures cleaning of buildings / snow shoveling in the event of staff absences by:

• Performing or assisting other custodial staff with daily responsibilities Monitors inventories in maintenance closets and storage areas by:

  • Requesting supplies when inventory levels warrant; and

  •  Monitoring and requesting repairs or replacements for cleaning equipment or tools Performs and/or ensures daily work assignments per schedules and procedures by:

  • Using appropriate disinfectant cleaners, chemicals and equipment

  • consisting of washing walls, doors, frames, sills, windows, baseboards, fixtures, furniture, ceilings, vents and light fixtures.

  • Performing and coordinating project floor work consisting of buffing, scrubbing, stripping, waxing and sealing of hard floor surfaces and bonnet cleaning, spot cleaning, shampooing and extracting of carpeted floors by use of appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment

  • Collecting and disposing of trash and biohazard waste by properly containing and transporting to proper disposal locations

  • Monitoring recycling bins and having emptied as required

  • Completing building audits as per supervisor requirements/requests

  • Performing and/or ensuring proper snow shoveling and salting is performed as needed Notifies supervisor concerning the need for work orders related to building and equipment repair.

• Ensures safety standards are followed by:

  • Staying current with all required safety training;

  • Monitoring team training to ensure staff assigned to shift stays current on all safety training and follows correct safety procedures in daily work

  • Ensuring SDS sheets are up to date for chemicals used on premises, procuring SDS sheets for new chemicals being used and forwarding to the Campus Safety Director to be added to SDS log

• Modifies work schedule due to events in Museum of Art or School of Art buildings, and responds to emergencies, as required Set ups and breakdowns:

  • Transports, sets-up, and breaks-down tables, chairs, risers, stage, easels, and other equipment for interior and exterior locations across campus and as outlined on set-up sheets.

• This work includes all Museum of Art, Performing Arts, and School of Art events and programs and occasional third-party events, such as receptions, weddings, etc Lighting Routine interior and exterior light bulb changes.

• Use of ladder is required for higher light fixtures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the kind of tools and equipment needed to perform environmental service jobs; knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safety work environment; knowledge of chemicals and equipment used to clean surface areas sufficient to be able to maintain a clean and orderly work area; skills in understanding and following oral, illustrated, written or demonstrated instructions; ability to communicate effectively;

• ability to train custodians; and possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.

• Minimum qualifications of a high school diploma, GED and 1 year experience in a similar position.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, coach, counsel, collaborate, and guide team members toward accomplishing work assignments meeting Munson's standards and needs.

Compensation

• $19 to $21 for a 40 hour work week

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502

Job Summary
Munson seeks a dynamic and creative individual to fill our Museum Technician position. The Museum Technician assists the Museum of Art Registrar and Exhibition Manager in maintaining galleries and exhibitions; installing, de-installing, moving, and shipping of the permanent collections and objects on loan to Munson. Work involves the use of a variety of equipment and techniques necessary to produce quality museum exhibitions. Demonstrated carpentry skills using specialty exhibition materials, occasional painting, crate making and exhibit lighting.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs the installation and de-installation of permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. Work involves the use of a wide variety of equipment and techniques necessary to produce quality museum exhibitions. Maintains galleries and display materials.

• Performs skilled hand and bench work; including finish carpentry using a wide variety of specialty materials (wood, metal, Plexiglas, glass, plastic, laminates) used in exhibition of museum objects. Work includes occasional painting, crate making and exhibit lighting; sets up and dismantles exhibits and is involved in all phases of picture hanging, object mounting and installation per curatorial and conservation guidelines and under the director of the Registrar and Exhibition Manager. Estimates equipment, time and materials needed to complete projects.

• Maintains Museum of Art workshop and area and repairs machines and tools in the work areas to ensure the safety of the users and to meet OSHA standards. Establishes safe and effective procedures for operation of the museum workshop.

• Responsible for the installation of lighting for all exhibitions, including maintaining good working order of the track lighting fixtures

• Builds specialized archival storage housing for art objects. Installs and removes vinyl graphics

• Works with volunteers, interns, contract labor and other museum staff as needed, including physical plant personnel who assist in construction, installation and maintenance of exhibits

• In conjunction with the Registrar and Exhibition Manager, receives and unpacks art arriving at the Museum, properly prepares, wraps and crates outgoing loans, builds crates, paints cases, risers and wall mounts and assists in maintaining the Museum collection storage areas and the physical condition of the collection according to professionally accepted standards. Transports exhibition furniture to offsite storage and maintains inventory of all non-collection related storage objects including risers, crates, bonnets and display cases.

• In conjunction with the Maintenance and Grounds staff, installs and removes the Summer Arts Festival fence. Prepares, installs, monitors and de-installs all artwork on the fence for the Summer Arts Festival Sidewalk show

• Occasional travel or driving a medium-sized truck for business-related purposes

• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Trade, Associate Degree, or museum experience required
• Carpentry, general construction skills, knowledge of art handling/exhibition practices
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of OSHA standards required 
• Manual dexterity and ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 
• Occasional travel or use of company vehicle may be required

Compensation

• $17.00 to $19.00 hourly for a 35-hour workweek

To Apply
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hrjobs@munson.art.

For employment application, call: Human Resources 315-797-0000 ext. 2153.

Mailing Address
Munson
Attention: Human Resources
310 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502