Gallery Assistant
The University at Buffalo Art Galleries is searching for a Gallery Assistant. This role has primarily responsibility supporting daily operations, visitor engagement, and gallery supervision at the Galleries, with a primary focus on the CFA Gallery location. This role serves as a keyholder and on-site lead when full-time staff are not present.
This is a part-time position (minimum 15 hours) and is required to work Saturdays, some evenings, and special events as needed during the CFA exhibition season (September – May). Flexibility is essential.
In this position you will:
- Provides UBAG staff and guests with superior customer service while safeguarding the UBAG exhibitions and art collection via site walkthroughs and surveillance cameras.
- Creates welcoming environment for all guests, vendors, and all visitors to UBAG locations while tactfully enforcing and explaining Gallery rules. Maintains a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Gain knowledge of art collection, museum activities and special events to answer questions and direct guests effectively.
- Operate as a Galleries keyholder at all Galleries locations, including training at the UB Anderson Gallery but with the majority of work primarily based at the CFA locale.
Rate: $20/hour
Minimum Qualifications - High School diploma or GED completion or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications - Prior experience in customer servic