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Overview:

The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art (NEHMA) at Utah State University seeks an experienced and enthusiastic educator to prepare, teach, and lead educational programs for all ages and abilities. This position involves planning and implementing educational programs that enhance learning about art, art history, and other arts integration subjects for preschool, K-12, and adult audiences.

The Museum & Outreach Educator teaches K-12 and community audiences at NEHMA. This position also drives the Mobile Art Truck to districts in Utah. These school programs will range from individual classes for a specific group to extensive field trips serving an entire school over several days. Traveling locally with the Mobile Art Truck occurs monthly during the school year. Traveling distances in Utah outreach occurs in the fall and spring. Traveling locally with the Mobile Art Truck occurs monthly, and with advanced notice, longer trips further out in Utah will occur approximately six weeks of the year. The average hours per week is 26, with 65% teaching at events, 15% setting up events, and 20% preparing for events. The Museum & Outreach Educator reports to the Coordinator of Learning and Engagement. Training and guiding student and/or part-time employees may occur.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching at education and outreach events and activities. These include field trips to NEHMA, STEM/STEAM nights in the Cache Valley, and classroom presentations.
• Driving the Mobile Art Truck and teaching programs to school districts throughout Utah.
• Teaching at summer camps and other community educational activities.
• Assisting in developing lesson plans and gallery tours that merge public interests with the NEHMA collection and mission statement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and/or experience in art history, visual art, education, museum studies, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.
• A desire to work with K-12 students and the community, including underserved populations, diverse groups, children, and adults.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Data entry and general office tasks include copying, printing, filing, binding, and packing.
• Working cooperatively with a team of educators and NEHMA staff.
• Skilled in problem-solving.
• Managing large groups of people.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take the initiative to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, database management, email, internet use, research, and graphic design.
• Flexible and willing to work irregular hours, including evening and weekend events.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application (iForm)

ADVERTISED SALARY: $22 hourly rate

ADA:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Active Movement and Stamina
• Leading school groups through galleries and community events requires staying on your feet for extended periods.
• Setting up and cleaning up materials for hands-on workshops.
• Physical tasks involved in loading/unloading art supplies and exhibition materials.

TRAVEL AND DRIVING:

• Operating and traveling with the Mobile Art Truck throughout Utah, including overnight trips.
• Must have the stamina and spatial awareness to manage mobile setup in various outdoor or school locations.

CLASSROOM & EVENT PREP:

• Lifting and carrying boxes of art supplies or outreach materials.
• Regular bending, stretching, and reaching to prepare workshop spaces or set up temporary activities.

EMOTIONAL DEMANDS:

• Engaging Diverse Audiences
• Requires a high level of emotional energy to interact enthusiastically with young children, teenagers, parents, and educators.
• Adapting one’s communication style to accommodate diverse learning needs and various age groups.

PATIENCE AND FLEXIBILITY:

• Working with children of all ages, including toddlers and school groups, requires patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Must stay adaptable and positive when plans change (for example, due to weather, school schedules, or technical difficulties).

CREATIVE & INTELLECTUAL LOAD:

• Regularly creating new, educational, and meaningful programs can be mentally demanding.
• Balancing educational objectives with entertainment and accessibility for various groups.

EMOTIONAL INVESTMENT:

• Connecting deeply with children and communities while navigating potential emotional fatigue from frequent high-energy interactions and travel.

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art was founded in 1982 with the ceramics collection of philanthropist and namesake Nora Eccles Harrison. The Museum has since expanded to include over 5,500 modern and contemporary works emphasizing art from the Western United States. The Museum’s collection continues to grow with regular acquisitions. The Museum has a 26,000 sq. ft. facility with galleries spanning two floors with approximately 8,700 sq. ft. of exhibition space and an object research center with visible storage, a library, a café, and a museum store.

The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art is a reporting unit to the President's Office and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity.

UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies: Matthew Pinner Executive Director Civil Rights & Title IX Office matthew.pinner@usu.edu 435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 Cody Carmichael Title IX Coordinator cody.carmichael@usu.edu 435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education Denver Regional Office 303-844-5695 | OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov