The Frye Museum seeks Manager, Tours & Public Programs
THE ORGANIZATION
The Frye Art Museum is a living legacy of visionary patronage and civic responsibility, committed to artistic inquiry and a rich visitor experience. A catalyst for our engagement with contemporary art and artists is the Founding Collection of Charles and Emma Frye, access to which shall always be free.
THE POSITION: Manager, Tours & Public Programs
DEPARTMENT: Education
REPORTS TO: Director of Education & Community Partnerships
SUPERVISES: N/A
FISA STATUS: Exempt
STATUS: Full-time, 35 hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $50,000 – $53,000
BENEFITS: Full benefits including medical, dental, vacation accrual, 403b, and more
POSITION SUMMARY
The Frye Art Museum is seeking a flexible and detail-oriented team player to join the Education team. As a key member of the Education team, the Manager, Tours & Public Programs develops, oversees and implements a wide range of public programs that use the Frye’s collection and exhibitions as a springboard for exploring the issues of our time, facilitating conversation, and engaging our community in relevant social dialogues.
In this position, the Manager will center diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion by working with a range of communities and partners to offer creative and collaborative public programs, ensuring that the Frye is a welcoming space for all. To achieve this work, the Manager will build and maintain productive relationships with Museum colleagues, partners, and other stakeholders.
The Manager is also responsible for the recruitment, coordination, training, and management of the Gallery Guides who assist in the delivery of public tours, school tours, and private group tours. The capacity to activate and discuss works of art for a wide range of audiences is essential.
