Exhibitions And Maintenance Coordinator

DATE POSTED: June 2024

JOB TITLE: Exhibitions and Maintenance Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: BFA Photography & Video

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

COMPENSATION: $45,000 annually

POSITION STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

WORK SCHEDULE: Typical work schedule will be Monday

• Friday, 9 am

• 5 pm. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs, with weekend and overtime hours as required.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Exhibitions and Maintenance Coordinator manages the organization, support, installation, disassembly, and documentation of student and department exhibitions. They oversee the maintenance and repair of the Photography Department facilities and equipment and support the Director of Operations as needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

GALLERY COORDINATION & INSTALLATION:

• Must have the ability to plan for loans, gallery installations, and exhibitions, along with providing installation/work schedules and budgets

• Oversee gallery spaces and work with students & staff to provide advice and develop solutions for proper preparation, installation, and lighting for individual student and department exhibitions.

• Present best exhibition practices workshops to students and faculty

• Coordinate and communicate with staff, students, and faculty to develop production plans and schedules for on and off-site gallery installations

• Coordinate with students regarding special exhibition requests, dropping off and picking up work, packing work, and shipping work

• Research technology solutions for use in gallery and exhibition presentations

• Occasionally build pedestals, shelves, and other items for exhibition needs

• Documentation of student and departmental shows

• Assist the Special Programs and Events Coordinator in updating the department's exhibitions webpage

• Order department's inventory of supplies

FACILITIES & STORAGE MANAGEMENT:

• Conduct assembly, construction, electrical, and general carpentry projects as needed

• Manage and coordinate with management & staff regarding storage space usage

• Coordinate to rearrange spaces as needed for efficient usage, delivery, and logistics of inventories

• Manage studio/darkroom storage closets, paint closet, and department collection storage space

• Oversee building preparation for exhibitions and public events

• Work with physical plant, vendors, and staff to schedule and facilitate repairs and maintenance projects in a timely manner

• Maintain an orderly office and repair space, including repair parts, materials, and tools for staff use

• Coordinate with the building manager for proper waste disposal and recycling

REPAIR & MAINTENANCE:

• Facilitate repair maintenance procedures and policies for departmental use as required

• Package/send equipment for repair to outside vendors and maintain accurate accounts for all orders

• Assist the Assistant Studio Manager to manage student fines for broken or damaged equipment.

• Communicate with staff regarding equipment maintenance, repairs, and proper use.

• Order and purchase repair supplies

• Research new technology for updating camera, studio, and lab equipment inventory

• Coordinate with the Director of Health and Environmental Safety:

• Keeping updated MSDS sheets for all Darkroom chemistry

• Perform standard operating procedures such as monthly pH testing of waste fixer

• Monitoring and performing preventative maintenance checks and repairs to ensure the following types of equipment are in working order:

• Darkroom

• B&W silver recovery equipment

• B&W enlargers, timers, easels, and other related equipment

• Chemical mixers, transfer pumps, tanks, and chemical handling equipment

• Water filters, filter panels, and water tempering valves

• Processing sinks, related plumbing, and equipment

• Print viewing stations

• Print washers/dryers

• Dry mounting presses

• UV Exposure units

• Equipment Hub & Studios

• Cameras, lenses, and light meters (digital and analog/full frame to 4x5)

• Tripods and grip equipment

• Studio lighting and lighting accessories (strobe, continuous, LED, fluorescent)

• Studio capture stations

• Gallery Spaces

• Gallery track light fixtures

• Gallery-related media devices - flat-screen displays, projectors & media players

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct purchasing card transactions, reconcile monthly statements, and process requisitions for procurement when needed

• Create online requisitions for repairs and maintenance supplies

• Assist the staff during building maintenance periods and department projects

• Attend weekly meetings with the Hub team: Studio Technicians, Studio Manager, Assistant Studio Managers, and the Director of Operations

• Attend all meetings related to departmental exhibitions

• Provide support to the Chair's Office team, Director of OperatChair'snd Studio Manager on special projects or tasks as needed and requested

• Assist the Chair and Special Programs & Events Coordinator with organizing and maintaining the department's art collection

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Photography or a related field

• Prior experience working within an educational environment is a plus

• Advanced knowledge and troubleshooting skills in analog/digital photography and related studio equipment and technologies

• Knowledge of analog darkroom maintenance, including the proper handling of chemistry

• Good mechanical skills; basic knowledge of electric, plumbing, and shop/power tools

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Must be able to effectively communicate (verbally and written) with colleagues, students, faculty, other departments, outside vendors, and a variety of personalities

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and multi-task

• Strong organizational skills

• Proficient in using Google Apps (Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms) in a Mac environment

• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as necessary and be able to lift to 50 lb.

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