Gallery Assistant, Art Galleries

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2025-2026


Position Title
Gallery Assistant, Art Galleries


Posting Category
Staff


Department
Art Galleries


Posting Number
U260047


Posting Link




Employer
UB Foundation Activities


Appointment Term

Position Type

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary


The University at Buffalo Art Galleries is searching for a Gallery Assistant . In this role you will be safeguarding the art exhibitions, assisting with gallery operations and visitor engagement. This position will provide gallery support at both Galleries.

In this position you will:

• Provide gallery staff and guests with superior customer service while safeguarding the art exhibitions and art collection via site walk throughs and surveillance cameras.
• Create a welcoming environment for all guests, vendors, and all visitors to the Art Galleries locations while tactfully enforcing and explaining Gallery rules. Maintains a professional demeanor under pressure.
• Gain knowledge of art collection, museum activities and special events to answer questions and direct guests effectively.
• Operate as a Galleries keyholder at all Galleries locations, including training at the UB Anderson Gallery and CFA locations.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications


High School diploma or GED completion or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications


Prior experience in customer service or safety guard

Physical Demands


Required to work Saturdays, some evenings, and special events as needed during the gallery exhibition season (September - May). Flexibility is essential.

Driving Requirements
This position does not drive a university owned vehicle


Salary Range
$20 per hour


Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.


Job Type
Part-Time


Campus
As Assigned


Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary


All application materials should be submitted via UB Jobs. Application materials submitted directly to the posting contact will not be acknowledged and cannot be considered.

Is a background check required for this posting?
No


Background Check Notification

Contact Information


Contact's Name
Nicole Hadyen


Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
HR Officer for Staff Affairs


Contact's Email
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Contact's Phone
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Posting Dates


Posted
06/15/2026


Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled


Date to be filled

References


Number of References Required
3


Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant