Museum Visitor Attendants Fall 2023 The University Museum of Contemporary Art at the UMass Fine Arts Center is looking for outgoing, energetic, dependable students with an interest in contemporary art. Since we have a very small staff, we rely on student employees to greet visitors. Museum Visitor Attendants represent the museum as they welcome visitors, make them feel comfortable in the museum, inform them about the exhibitions, and ensure the safety of the art. Visitor Attendants must be attentive, aware, and alert. Attendants safeguard the art on display and monitor the security of the gallery space. They will learn — and apply — the rules of etiquette for museum visitors. In addition, Attendants assist at exhibition openings and events. We are open to the public Tuesday – Friday, 11:00 – 4:30; Saturday/Sunday 12:00 – 4:00 and some evenings. UMCA is open only when UMass is in session. Hours are variable; approx. 5 to 10 hours per week. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour. Applicants must have Work/Study. Art or Art History experience is helpful but is not a requirement. Applicants must have excellent social skills and enjoy working as a team member. We usually have a roster of 12 to 16 student Visitor Attendants. Two to three Visitor Attendants work each shift, depending on the exhibition on view. We are looking for students who can work at least one or two weekday shifts. You must also be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. If you sign up to work a shift, we rely on you to be here! Applicants must have Work/Study. This is part of your financial aid. First Name * Last Name * Local Address(street,city,state,zip) Email * What is your major? (Are you studying art or art history?) * What is your major? (Are you studying art or art history?) * Graduation Year * Please explain briefly your interest in working at the UMCA Work-Study Allotment for Summer Semester * $ Work-Study Allotment for Fall/Spring Semesters * $ What weekday shifts are you available for? (weekend shifts are scheduled separately.) 10:45-12:45 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 12:30-2:45 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 2:30-4:45 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Are you available to work at least one or two weekday shifts? (See above.) * Yes No Are you available to work occasional evenings and weekends? * Yes No Have you ever worked at a museum? * Yes No Please describe your museum work Please describe any experience you have had in carpentry or other construction. Are you comfortable using basic tools, such as hammers, drills, utility knives, scissors, pliers, or tape measures? Describe any experience you have using audio/visual equipment, such as video projectors, DVD players, audio systems, or power point presentation? Do you have any wall painting experience? Yes A little None Please list your skills or strengths. Briefly describe your recent work experience. * What makes you a good candidate for this position? * Have you had a favorite job, and if so, why did you like it? Thank you for your interest in working at the University Museum of Contemporary Art. We expect many inquiries about this position, so please be patient while we respond to everyone.
