Associate Curator (Administrative Assistant II) - Aviation Department

Over 50 million passengers traveled through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in 2024, one of the busiest airports in the country in the nation's 5th largest city. Sky Harbor is the largest of three airports in the Phoenix Airport System (Phoenix Sky Harbor, Deer Valley, and Goodyear airports) which is operated by the City of Phoenix Aviation Department and has an economic impact over $44 billion annually.

The Phoenix Airport Museum is one of the largest airport art programs in the country. It manages an extensive art collection and aviation history archive and presents exhibitions throughout the entire Sky Harbor airport system. The Aviation Department's Museum Section is seeking an experienced Museum professional to serve as the Associate Curator (Administrative Assistant II). This position will work closely with the Museum Manager and other staff members to lead and develop Museum exhibitions, outreach initiatives and digital communications that further the Phoenix Airport Museum's mission to promote Arizona arts and culture.

This position requires an accomplished, self-motivated and collaborative leader who has the ability to work in a multifaceted and fast-paced department. The ideal candidate will have a proven knowledge of Arizona artists, Museum curation, social media communications, and enthusiasm for public outreach.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Assist with curating diverse exhibitions that showcase Arizona artists and other cultural resources.
• Oversee coordination of large-scale artwork and a multi-year exhibition schedule.
• Conduct extensive internal and external community and educational outreach.
• Assist with supervising and provide hands-on support for exhibition installation.
• Write and design text panels and labels for exhibitions and public art.
• Manage and implement art events and activities in public settings.
• Lead program initiatives to enhance and promote Museum exhibitions.
• Prepare project proposals, budgets, and track outcomes.
• Conceptualize and manage the Museum's social media presence.
• Update Museum content to Phoenix Sky Harbor's webpage.

• Able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Strong organizational and task management skills.
• Strong business written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with social media platforms.
• Proficient with Adobe and Microsoft Publisher computer programs.
• Knowledge of municipal public art selection processes.
• Knowledge of Arizona's Art and Cultural communities.
• Knowledge of artwork construction, fabrication, and installation methods.

Pay Range: $63,044 to $107,806 annually

Hiring Range: $63,044 to $97,780 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

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• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

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• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field.
• Three years of professional experience in public administration or governmental research or finance.
• Other combinations of education and experience that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
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• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• The following list is not all inclusive but are TSA general factors for disqualification of employment for working at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Other factors will be assessed that may also lead to disqualification. Qualified candidates should consider these factors when applying. Aviation Employment Disqualifiers
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The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• 2 years of experience with community outreach.
• 2 years of experience working in a museum or art program.
• 2 years of experience with art programing and activities.
• 2 years of experience coordinating an exhibition schedule.
• 2 years of professional experience working with social media.
• Experience leading tours.
• Experience with graphic design.
• Experience curating art exhibitions.
• Experience developing web content.
• Experience in art education and outreach.

Recruitment closes February 13, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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