Assistant Director Of Museum Communications

The Assistant Director of Museum Communications works cooperatively with Museum staff to design exhibition materials and publications. This position also helps develop, implement, and manage a dynamic communications and public relations program that elevates the profile of the BCMA's programs, exhibitions, and collections, as well as its role in supporting Bowdoin's mission, locally, nationally, and internationally.

Education/Skills Requirements
Required: Bachelor's degree (preferably in communications, art history or studio art), Master's degree preferred. Also required: Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite; familiarity and experience with website editing and social media platforms; willingness and ability to learn new software applications as needed; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and superior organizational skills. An understanding of Museum operations is highly desirable.

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
Minimum of 3 years' broad administrative experience in the non-profit field (museum experience preferred); and demonstrated knowledge of publication production.

Standard Work Days and Hours
Generally Mon

• Friday; 8:30 - 5:00 pm. Some weekend work may be required.This is an in-office position.Benefits and Pay:

The salary range for this position is expected to be: Minimum $71,500 - Maximum $75,500.
A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
Generous Retirement Plan

• 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26)
  Life and Disability Insurance
  Paid time off

• Vacation, Personal, Holidays, and Special Days Off Paid parental leave.
  Free fitness and wellness classes!
  And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, May 9, 2024

About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Employment Category
Full Time Year Round

FTE
1.00

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Pay Type
Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements
Faculty/Administrative

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
No

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
No

Posting Date
05/03/2024

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled
No

Type of Posting
Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.