Assistant Director, Center For Art Collection Ethics

As the University's largest and most varied academic unit, the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Science (CAHSS) is composed of artists, learners, performers, scholars, scientists, and teachers. CAHSS acts as a central hub where many of the University's disciplines work to advance human understanding around a range of critical contemporary issues. CAHSS is comprised of 21 departments, programs, schools, and centers. Nearly all 6,000 undergraduates at the University take liberal arts courses with us, and about one-third of these students declare a first major in a CAHSS program. Most of our departments, programs and schools offer masters or doctoral programs. CAHSS scholars, artists, instructors, staff, and students collaborate in a shared quest for knowledge about the human condition and the development of skills to improve our local and global communities.
About the Center for Art Collection Ethics
The Center for Art Collection Ethics (ACE) is making a long-term impact on the art world by training the rising generation of curators and cultural leaders, and educating the public about the importance of ethical stewardship. Through our news blog and social media platforms, we examine the latest advances and challenges in art stewardship and help shape global conversations about art ethics today. ACE offers expert-led training programs to equip graduate students and emerging professionals with the skills they need to implement ethical stewardship practices in libraries, museums, and other cultural institutions. We also host events available to the public in a variety of formats - in-person, hybrid and virtual - on the most pressing issues related to art ethics, including Nazi-era art, antiquities, Native American and Indigenous items.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director reports directly to the Director of the Center for Art Collection Ethics, and is responsible for strategic planning of events, training programs, social media campaigns, and fundraising.
This is a two-year, gift funded appointment. Renewal is possible contingent upon funding.
Essential Functions

• Develop a strategic plan for strengthening the Center's impact within the DU community, external students who enroll in training programs, and the broader public.
• In collaboration with University and CAHSS Advancement team, develop and implement fundraising initiatives to elevate the profile of the Center and secure funding for the long-term viability of the Center.
• Collaborate with the Director in planning and implementing training programs and public events that advance the mission of the Center.
• Research and publish blog and social media posts on liberalarts.du.edu/art-collection-ethics, X (aka Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn that promote the Center and raise awareness for its programmatic offerings.
• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to build and foster relationships and to serve as a liaison between external and internal stakeholders
• Ability to take initiative and manage projects from conception to completion
• Ability to act proactively and with self-motivation
• Commitment to furthering DU's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Two to three (2-3) years of work experience in a related field.
• Web editing experience.
• Prior experience managing social media accounts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Familiarity with issues related to museum ethics.
• Web editing experience using Drupal.

Work Schedule
The position is part-time (20 hours per week), with a flexible schedule.
Working Environment

• Standard office environment
• Most work can be done remotely, with occasional in-person meetings
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance.

Statement of Other Duties Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for this position is $26.50 - $31.67 per hour.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) February 1, 2024.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age (40 years and over in the employment context), religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veterans status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the university's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended in 2008; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For the university's complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please see non-discrimination-statement.
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Advertised: January 09, 2024
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