Employment
Openings
The Baltimore Museum of Art offers a range of career opportunities. While some departments and positions require highly specialized education and experience, others seek individuals with more broad-based or skills-related backgrounds. An equal opportunity employer, the BMA offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, 403b, flexible spending account, flexible and condensed scheduling, and excellent vacation. We are a drug free workplace; employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and security clearance.
This page features openings as they become available. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to HR@artbma.org with the position title in the subject line. If you do not have resume please complete a job application job application (PDF) and mail it to: Baltimore Museum of Art, Human Resources 10 Art Museum Drive Baltimore, MD 21218.
Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions.
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Overview
The BMA is seeking a dynamic and innovative Curator and Department Head for African Art to join an 11-member curatorial team in an institution with both an impressive collection of African objects and a strong record of scholarship and major African art exhibitions.
Directing the Department for Arts of Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific Islands, the curator will oversee the BMA’s extensive collection of over 2,000 African objects including textiles.
Responsibilities
The curator’s first assignment represents a major opportunity, the formulation of plans for a new installation of the African collection, part of a current project for reinstallation of several major collections. This project is collaborative including colleagues in education as well as exhibition design and installation. The objective is to develop new approaches for display and interpretation based on the commitment of delivering memorable and inspiring experiences with works of art to a broad and diverse public.
S/he will work with a dedicated group of collectors, including the support group, The Friends of the Arts of Africa, The Pacific, and the Americas. Through exhibitions, public programs, and publications of scholarly significance, this curator will enhance a long tradition of commitment to the appreciation and study of African Art. S/he will build new and more diverse audiences and help connect the BMA to other arts and academic institutions in Baltimore.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Requirements, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
Curatorial title and salary will be commensurate with background and level of museum experience. Please send cover letter, resume, record of scholarship, and salary requirements via email to HR@artbma.org with “Curator of African Art-AAAPI Search" in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Overview
The BMA is seeking a Custodian with 1-2 years of custodial experience in a commercial/institutional setting. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Custodian Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- The Custodian Supervisor works under the supervision of the Director of Facilities & Engineering.
- Supervises and oversees the daily activities of the Facilities Custodial Staff.
- Plans, schedules and participates in the day-to-day activities of the Custodial Department. Assigns staff to work for scheduled special events and museum fund raisers.
- Assists in custodial duties such as cleaning, setup/breakdown for special events during regular shift employee absences, vacation or as needed.
- Assists other museum departments with special needs as they pertain to Exhibitions, special functions and other events.
- Implements Floor and Carpet Maintenance Program and schedules various areas for regular maintenance as outlined in the Floor Maintenance Program schedule.
- Inspects the work of staff for completeness and adherence to museum standards.
- Trains new staff.
- Orders and maintains an inventory of frequently used materials and supplies.
- Follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies and material safety data sheets (MSDS). Uses all chemicals and supplies as directed to perform cleaning and related activities.
- Inspects for unsafe equipment and/or working conditions and initiates and/or remedies such conditions.
- Assures compliance with the museums unique security procedures.
- Has the ability to use a step ladder up to 8 feet when required in work assignments.
- Assists the mechanics and other departments within the museum as the need arises.
- Responds to emergency situations as they arise.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to HR@artbma.org with “Custodian Supervisor” and your first and last name in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Overview
The BMA is seeking a Custodian with 1-2 years of custodial experience in a commercial/institutional setting. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Custodian Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- The Custodian works under the supervision of the Lead Custodian.
- Maintain floors in an aesthetically pleasing manner; this will include mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and vacuuming.
- Maintain restrooms in a clean and sanitary condition. Assure proper stock levels are maintained.
- Regular maintenance of museum offices and conference rooms; this includes trash removal, dusting, polishing and vacuuming.
- Regular cleaning of lower exterior and interior glass
- Assists the designated porter in the implementation of the Floor Maintenance Program.
- Maintains stock levels in supply closets. Notifies Lead Custodian when inventory needs replenished.
- Inspects for unsafe equipment and or working conditions and initiates and or remedies such conditions.
- Assures compliance with the museums unique security procedures.
- Assists other departments within the museum as the need arises.
- Responds to emergency situations as they arise.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to HR@artbma.org with “Custodian” and your first and last name in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Visitor Services Associate (Full-Time, 35 hours/week)
Overview
The BMA seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Visitor Services Associate to ensure a positive and welcoming experience for BMA visitors and members. The ideal candidate will have impeccable communication and customer service skills and will be comfortable managing multiple priorities while working in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
Responsibilities
- Providing exemplary customer service to BMA visitors and members
- Promoting repeat visitation, program participation, and Museum membership
- Selling tickets for museum programs, exhibitions, and special events
- Collecting visitor data and feedback
- Assisting visitors with parking-related processes
- Serving as a liaison between visitors and BMA colleagues
- Performing daily visitor services operations at the Box Office, Coat Check Room, and Information Desk
This full-time, non-exempt position reports to the Visitor & Volunteer Services Manager in the Marketing & Communications Division. The incumbent will be scheduled to work 35 hours per week between the hours of 9:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 10:15 a.m.-6:15 p.m. on Saturdays & Sundays, with some additional evenings required.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to HR@artbma.org with “Visitor Services Associate, 35 hours/week” and your first and last name in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Overview
The BMA is seeking a creative and collaborative Manager of Interpretation to oversee the development, production, and evaluation of interpretative materials and experiences that engage visitors with the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions.
This position will create dynamic educational content that will offer visitors meaningful encounters with the BMA’s collection and artistic program; opportunities for creative exploration and expression; and an understanding of ideas and human experiences. This is a Full-Time, Temporary (three-year) position with full-benefits.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume via email to HR@artbma.org with “Manager of Interpretation” and your first and last name in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Director of Public Programs & Community Partnerships
Overview
The BMA is seeking an experienced and creative museum professional to direct the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy for public programs and community partnerships that strengthen the Museum’s position as a site for personal learning and civic engagement.
Reporting to the Deputy Director for Education & Interpretation, this senior-level position ensures that public programs for adults and families are creative, relevant, intelligent, and accessible. In collaboration with colleagues across the institution and stakeholders in the community, the Director of Public Programs & Community Partnerships conceptualizes, develops, and implements programs that offer visitors meaningful encounters with the BMA’s collection and artistic program; opportunities for creative expression; and an understanding of ideas and human experiences.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits for this position.
Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume via email to HR@artbma.org with “Director of Public Programs & Community Partnerships” and your first and last name in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Security Officer (Full Time Positions)
Overview
A successful security officer must be able to maintain museum security protocols while interacting with staff and visitors. The candidate will be responsible for preparing galleries for visitors, light housekeeping, observing/interacting with visitors, and reacting to emergency situations.
Having expertise in monitoring CCTV, Fire, Security and HVAC systems, and radio communications equipment is a plus. On the job training will be provided.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Qualifications and Benefits for this position.
Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume with “Security Officer-your first and last name” written in the subject line to: HR@artbma.org. No phone calls please.
Overview
The BMA is seeking a creative and dynamic individual to develop, implement, and evaluate all aspects of family and intergenerational learning at the Museum and in the community. The Manager of Family Learning is a position that reflects the Museum's commitment to delivering memorable and inspiring experiences with works of art to families throughout Baltimore.
Working within a team-based environment, this position is responsible for initiating, designing, and presenting programs and interpretive materials that engage families in learning together. This position collaborates with colleagues across the museum to foster a seamless and integrated experience for family visitors and encourage repeat visitation. This position reports to the Director of Public Programs. Weekend work is required.
Download the PDF to see a complete description of the Responsibilities and Qualifications for this position.
Apply
To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements with “Manager of Family Learning Search -your first and last name” written in the subject line to: HR@artbma.org. No phone calls please.
Overview
Internships at the BMA provide undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to become familiar with how museums work and contribute to specific aspects of museum activity. These valuable learning experiences help to inform students of the various careers that are possible in a museum environment as well as develop mentor relationships as they pursue educational and career goals.
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