Campus Engagement Coordinator - Stanley Museum of Art - AY 25/26

The Stanley Museum of Art is seeking a Campus Engagement Coordinator (CEC) to support the development and implementation of student-focused initiatives and programming at the Stanley Museum of Art. These initiatives will spark student engagement and collaboration with the Stanley’s collection and ongoing programming.  

The Campus Engagement Coordinator will work as a member of the museum’s Learning & Engagement team and will be supervised by the Assistant Curator of Student Engagement, Allie Tokarski.  

 Key Responsibilities    

• Work alongside Learning & Engagement staff members to develop student programming and resources that complement existing programming and resources at the Stanley
• Work alongside the Assistant Curator of Student Engagement to develop pathways for student involvement in the museum
• Initiate relationships with student organizations and resource centers on campus that might lead to collaborative programming, resources, or shared opportunities
• Propose and develop a program or resource, based on your personal interests and passions, to be implemented at the Stanley during the 2025/2026 academic year
• Contribute to ongoing research on student engagement initiatives at comparable university art museums and effective campus outreach strategies
• Other related tasks as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• To provide a well-rounded museum experience and support our team, all student employees will be cross-trained on gallery host (front desk) duties. After being trained, students will work 2 hours per month at the desk, divided into two one-hour shifts every other week. These shifts are designed to maintain proficiency and familiarity with gallery operations. While the primary focus of this position is student programming and engagement, you may occasionally be asked to cover additional gallery host shifts as a backup in case of scheduling emergencies.

Compensation and Hours     

Compensation: $13/ hour  

Hours: 10 - 12 hours per week. Thursday evening (4 pm - 8:30 pm) availability required. 

Position will begin summer or fall 2025 (depending upon candidate availability) and continue through the end of the spring 2026 semester. 

Desired Qualifications  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in public speaking
• Leadership and customer service experience
• Ability to work both independently and in a group setting
• Dependable, organized, and able to prioritize
• Demonstrated community or campus involvement
• Interest or experience in using Canva or other software to design flyers/ event advertisements is preferred but not required
• This role is open to all majors; interest in art/ art history, museum studies, event planning, or nonprofit work helpful but not required

What You’ll Learn in this Role:  

• About the Stanley Museum of Art’s collections and history
• Broad familiarity with various museum careers
• Opportunities to network with museum staff and visiting artists
• Leadership experience
• Skills for organizing, promoting, and running events

Application Instructions    

Please apply via Handshake. Include an updated resume and a one-page cover letter describing your interest and background.  

Applications will be accepted through April 24, 2025, or until the position is filled. 

For additional questions, please reach out to Assistant Curator of Student Engagement Allie Tokarski (allison-tokarski@uiowa.edu)