Project Manager, Modern & Contemporary

$80,000 - $85,000/Yr

The Metropolitan Museum Of Art - Saint Petersburg, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Saint Petersburg, FL

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About the position

The Project Manager for Modern & Contemporary Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art will support the Leonard A Lauder Curator in launching a new research project focused on dada and surrealism. This role involves the initiation, planning, development, and execution of the program, collaborating with various stakeholders to create a research platform and organize databases, while providing administrative support for research and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing organizational processes and calendar for the project.
• Support the implementation and management of the annual program of research and events, including screenings, workshops, and lectures.
• Assist with archival and library research requests in collaboration with the Curator.
• Support website and database construction in partnership with Digital and Technology teams.
• Facilitate meetings and collaboration with various Met departments such as Design, Digital, Education, and Development.
• Ensure archival recording of all programming and rights needed to share content.
• Assist in publishing the annual program on the website.
• Draft annual reports for supporters and manage external communications.
• Maintain the image library and prepare presentation materials for lectures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BA in Art History or Arts Administration required; MA preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in program administration within a museum setting.
• Website production experience is a plus.
• Fluency in English; additional reading skills in French or German preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, record-keeping, and writing skills.
• Proven ability to multitask efficiently and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated success in working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and familiarity with The Museum System (TMS) and bibliographic software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with digital project management tools.
• Knowledge of contemporary art practices and history.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403(b) basic retirement plan with optional matching
• Considerable paid time off including annual leave and 13 Museum holidays
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account
• Commuter benefits for parking or mass transit expenses
• Free financial-planning services
• Financial assistance for relevant coursework and training programs
• 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
• A subsidized staff cafeteria
• Access to the Museums Council pass for free admission to various institutions.