Gallery Attendant (Temporary)

Gallery Attendant (Temporary)

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title - Gallery Attendant (Temporary)

Posting Number - 26TM0264

Department - RCC Gallery - Newark

Overview - The Paul Robeson Galleries was founded in 1979 at the Robeson Campus Center at Rutgers University Newark. Named after one of the University's most famous alumni, the galleries' mission and programming embody Paul Robeson's life-long commitment to unfettered artistic freedom, cultural democracy, and transnationalism manifested through a network of exhibition spaces on campus, and extensive community outreach programs, education programs and an active public programs series including happenings, lectures, panels, symposia, readings, receptions, and performances.

Posting Summary - Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Gallery Attendant for Express Newark, who will report to the Gallery Director. As a hospitality position, the Gallery Attendant is required to have an outgoing personality. This can be a fulfilling job for art enthusiasts because you are surrounded by artworks all day and have the opportunity to speak to guests about them. The position responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:

• Serve as the front reception for the galleries
• Greet visitors to the gallery, answer the telephone, respond to emails, and undertake clerical tasks
• Assist with the preparation of materials for art-making workshops
• Help guests navigate the various exhibition zones of the Paul Robeson Galleries, Express Newark, and the campus of Rutgers University Newark
• Ensure works of art are secure

FLSA - Nonexempt

Salary Details - $15.92 - $18.00 per hour

Offer Information - The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits - Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status - Part Time

Working Hours - 19.75

Daily Work Shift - Rotating

Work Arrangement - This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. (Approval not required)

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment - Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree.