POSITION SUMMARY

The Gallery Attendant position is a part-time position, scheduled 10-29 hours per week. Gallery Attendants will be required to walk and move about locations on foot, and work will include periods of standing, sitting, and use of stairs as needed. May be required to lift and/or move items of moderate weight as needed.

General work hours are Tuesday through Sunday (Saturday or Sunday required) from 11am-5pm while the museum is open. Availability is required for evening events also, general evening shifts are 5pm-11pm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to security management, duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing a visitor-friendly atmosphere.
• Monitoring artwork and museum areas to ensure safety and security.
• Monitoring alarm systems.
• Dispersing and collecting keys.
• Signing in and out contract employees and visitors.
• Answering telephones for department.
• Logging lost and found.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience required. 
• Previous security or museum experience is a plus.
• Candidates must have strong customer service & interpersonal skills and possess a strong ability to work with the public. 
• Candidates for this position should have knowledge of security practices and possess excellent organizational skills. 
• Due to the essential nature of all front-line staff positions, security/gallery attendant staff must be flexible with hours, including some nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as having reliable transportation to and from the Art Museum.

BENEFITS & COMP

• Hourly Pay Rate: $14.00
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family-level museum membership
• Discounts in museum gift shop and café
• Professional development opportunities

TO APPLY

Apply for Gallery Attendant - PT using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=596755&lang=en_US&source=CC2

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

The Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM) stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 73,000 works of art spanning 6,000 years. The collection galleries are predominantly organized by geographic region, with rotating spaces dedicated to prints, photography, and textiles. In addition to collection galleries, the museum organizes and hosts numerous exhibitions each year in a series of rotating exhibition galleries. Through research, display, programming, and special events, the museum contributes to a more vibrant Cincinnati by inspiring its people and connecting its communities. 

CAM seeks a fashion and textile curator at the Associate or Full level to fill a newly endowed curatorial position. The Mary W. Baskett Associate/Curator of Fashion Arts & Textiles will report to the Director of Curatorial Affairs & Initiatives and will be an active member of a dynamic curatorial team. CAM’s Curatorial Division is currently organized into eight departments: American Painting, Sculpture, & Drawings; East Asian Art; Fashion Arts & Textiles; Decorative Arts & Design; European Painting, Sculpture, & Drawings; Photography; Prints; and South Asian Art, Islamic Art & Antiquities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mary W. Baskett Associate/Full Curator of Fashion Arts & Textiles will be responsible for the stewardship, growth, development, and programmatic initiatives of the museum’s fashion and textiles collection. Strengths of the collection include historic American and European dress (predominantly from the 19th century onwards) as well as global contemporary fashion (with notable holdings in Japanese contemporary designers). The collection also includes jewelry, accessories, and ephemeral items.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of Curatorial Affairs & Initiatives, duties include, but are not limited to:

• Stewardship of the fashion arts and textile collection, including collaborative stewardship of objects that overlap curatorial departments (for example East and South Asian jewelry and textiles; contemporary textile-based arts). 
• Supervision and professional development of a curatorial assistant dedicated to fashion arts and textiles. Supervision of museum interns and volunteers when applicable.   
• Creative and logistical project manager of CAM’s Mary W. Baskett Gallery, including planning twice yearly rotations (object choice, research, mounting, interpretation, press, and publicity) working collaboratively with colleagues across the institution. 
• Generate original exhibitions and project manage temporary traveling exhibitions, as proposed and as assigned. Exhibition-related responsibilities include exhibition narrative development, object research, academic and interpretative writing, and working collaboratively with colleagues to coordinate programming (lectures, gallery activations, symposia), organize loans, develop exhibition design concepts, installation, fundraising, and publicizing projects. 
• Manage Fashion Arts & Textiles department budget; work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and adhere to exhibition and programming budgets as required. 
• Build and maintain relationships with a range of museum constituents, including colleagues across the museum field, donors, dealers, collectors, docents, and artists.  
• Work collaboratively and constructively with colleagues across the institution, including Conservation (to care for, document, store, and mount collection objects); Photo Services (to photograph collection objects); Philanthropy (grant writing and donor stewardship); Marketing and Communications (external publicity); Learning & Interpretation (interpretative gallery texts and programming), and more. 
• Research and catalogue collection objects in TMS. Lecture on and publish original research on topics that center CAM’s collection, programming, and projects for both academic and general audiences. 
• Attend and participate in field-specific symposia, conferences, and lectures; visit museums and galleries in the U.S. and abroad; and represent CAM’s vision and values externally.  
• Research, recommend, propose, and secure new acquisitions (gifts and purchases) for CAM’s collections, including academic and provenance research. 
• Participate in Cincinnati’s broader arts ecosystem, including representing the museum at social and civic events and serving on internal and external committees or panels as applicable. 
• Serve as liaison between the Cincinnati Art Museum and visiting committees and other groups with special interest in the department, including the museum-affiliated Friends of Fashion Arts & Textiles.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• M.A. in Art History (Ph.D. preferred) with a subject expertise relevant to CAM’s Fashion Arts & Textiles Collection. 
• Minimum of seven (7) years with experience as an Academic Fellow or Assistant/Associate Curator or Curator. Curatorial rank will be commensurate with experience. 
• The Mary W. Baskett Associate/Full Curator of Fashion Arts & Textiles must possess a demonstrated knowledge of museum practices; excellent written and oral communication skills; good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office program suite and other relevant computer programs; a commitment to both academic endeavors and working with diverse public constituencies; and the ability to communicate clearly with a wide range of constituents, including museum staff, donors, museum members, and the general public.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and respectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders to achieve institutional objectives. 
• Evening and weekend work as needed.

 BENEFITS & COMP

• Annual salary: $75,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience 
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match
• Robust paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care leave benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family-level museum membership
• Discounts in museum gift shop and café 
• Professional development opportunities

TO APPLY

Apply for the Mary W. Baskett Associate/Full Curator of Fashion Arts & Textiles position using the link below. Please also submit a cover letter and CV. 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=597199&lang=en_US&source=CC2

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

The Mary R. Schiff Library is an art research library with a non-circulating collection of over 100,000 items, including books, periodicals, digital resources, artist files and auction catalogues. Its holdings reflect the Cincinnati Art Museum’s collections, which span 6,000 years of artistic creativity from cultures across the globe. Areas of strength in the library collections include decorative arts, fashion, photography, and Cincinnati artists. The library dates to the founding of the museum in 1881, and today it fulfills its dual mandate to support the research and education programs of the museum and be a welcoming public resource.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Librarian provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Mary R. Schiff Library. This role manages collections, staff, spaces, and research resources; oversees collection development, research services, and digital initiatives; and advances access to art historical resources for museum staff, scholars, and the public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of Academic Partnerships & Research, duties include, but are not limited to: 

Leadership & Strategic Direction

• Develop and implement a long-term vision for the museum library in alignment with institutional priorities articulated by the museum’s 2026-2029 strategic plan
• Evaluate policies, procedures, and performance standards to guide operations and support innovation in library practice

Library Operations & Administration

• Oversee core library functions, including reference, circulation, interlibrary loan, acquisitions, cataloging, and preservation
• Ensure effective access to physical and digital collections for internal and external users
• Manage department budgets.
• Evaluate and implement and maintain systems for library management, metadata, and digital asset organization
• Liaise with University of Cincinnati Libraries, OhioLINK, and other electronic resource partners and providers
• Work closely and collaboratively with museum archivists, registrars, curators and educators

Collection Development & Stewardship

• Lead collection development in collaboration with Curatorial, Learning & Interpretation, and other stakeholders
• Oversee acquisition, cataloging, and stewardship of books, journals, ephemera, and digital and electronic resources
• Ensure adherence to professional standards for cataloging, metadata, and archival description
• Partner with Archives and Conservation to guide preservation and storage for rare and special collections

Research, References & Scholarly Support

• Provide advanced research support for curators, educators, and visiting and corresponding researchers
• Support museum exhibition, publication, and research initiatives through expert reference services
• Develop research tools such as finding aids, bibliographies, and subject guides
• Ensure a high standard of user-centered service and engagement with diverse audiences

Digital Strategy & Innovation

• Partner with Registration, Archives, and IT on metadata strategy, digital infrastructure, and resource discoverability
• Lead digitization programs and digital access initiatives to expand the reach of collections
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including digital scholarship tools, linked data, and artificial intelligence
• Ensure long-term digital preservation and sustainable data management practices 

External Relations, Institutional Collaboration & Public Engagement

• Collaborate across museum teams on exhibitions and programming
• With the Director of Academic Partnerships & Research, build partnerships with academic institutions, libraries, and arts organizations
• Represent the museum in professional associations, conferences, and scholarly forums
• Support fundraising efforts, including grant writing and donor engagement for library initiatives

Staff Leadership & Development

• Collaborate with, manage, and mentor two direct reports, and any applicable volunteers, interns, and fellows
• Work with direct reports to support professional development, personal growth and institutional success through a framework of goal setting and feedback

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program. Advanced degree in art history, museum studies, or a related field preferred.
• Five to seven (5-7) years of progressively responsible experience in a research library, museum library, or special collections environment. Experience working with archives, rare books, or special collections a plus. 
• Demonstrated success in leadership, staff management, and strategic planning
• Knowledge of art history resources, visual culture, or related disciplines
• Experience in library systems, metadata standards, and digital information management

Preferred:

• Familiarity with digital humanities, linked data, or large-scale metadata initiatives
• Experience with grant writing, fundraising, and donor relations
• Experience with Ex Libris Alma/Primo Library Services Platform
• Active participation in professional organizations (e.g. ARLIS/NA, ALA, IFLA)

BENEFITS & COMP

• Annual salary: $60,000 - $70,000
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match.
• Robust paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care leave benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family-level museum membership
• Discounts in museum gift shop and café 
• Professional development opportunities

TO APPLY

Apply for the Head Librarian position using the link below. Please also submit a cover letter and CV. 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=598864&lang=en_US&source=CC2

All applications received by July 10, 2026 will be considered. 

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.