Current Employment Opportunities
Your opportunity to join a winning team at the Duluth Art Institute (DAI) is NOW. For 113 years the DAI has been the premier arts organization in the region and has successfully shifted to a BIPOC led organization. You will have access to the many amenities of the DAI. These are job opportunities not to miss. If you have a deep, inherent love of art come join us.
Administrative and Engagement Assistant
Come be part of the Duluth Art Institute's legacy and future! We are excited to offer an opportunity for you to support the mission of the DAI through the day-to-day operations. You will oversee and coordinate essential operations of the front office and support artists, patrons, and art lovers in the region.
Qualifications:
- Exceptional communication skills
- Minimum three years of experience in communications.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Technical knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Highly detail-oriented and organized with ability to handle multiple projects, assess workload and schedule time appropriately
- Social Media skills and knowledge
- Interest in the arts and ability to work well with people
- Social Justice and Equity lens awareness
- Graphic design and copywriting experience is desired
- BIPOC candidates highly encouraged to apply
- Some standing, walking, bending, reaching, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting (at least 10 pounds) is needed.
Work Schedule:
This position works primarily at the St. Louis County Depot for 20- 30 hours a week.
Events take place after 5 p.m. and on weekends. Administrative Assistant must be flexible in work schedule.
Complete Job Description (click to read before applying)
Education Coordinator
This position is responsible for the successful coordination of all education programs at Duluth Art Institute, with the ultimate objective to provide art experiences to the region’s general and artistic community. You will work with artists and class participants to make the learning experience meaningful and seamless. This position works closely with everyone at the Duluth Art Institute.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in visual arts or four years or more of related experience
- Strong experience in training education encouraged
- Comprehensive knowledge of, and connection to, the artistic community
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet programs, and online meeting platforms
- Ability to work independently with evening hours or weekend hours
- Ability to work well with people
- Copywriting experience is desired
- Social Justice and Equity lens awareness
- BIPOC candidates highly encouraged to apply
- Some standing, walking, bending, reaching, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting (at least 10 pounds) is needed.
Work Schedule
This position works primarily at the Lincoln Park Education Center for 20 hours/week.
*Please note: Events often take place after 5 p.m. and on weekends. Education Program Coordinator must be flexible in work schedule.
Complete Job Description (click to read before applying)
To apply to either of these positions:
Submit a cover letter and resume to: cwoods@duluthartinstitute.org
Subject line: Admin/Engagement Assistant OR Education Program Coordinator
Deadline: Open until filled
Tentative Hire Dates: Administrative Assistant — Jan 25, 2021
Education Coordinator — Feb 1, 2021
If you prefer to mail your information, please send to:
Duluth Art Institute
Atten: Christina Woods
506 West Michigan Street
Duluth, Mn 55802
The Duluth Art Institute is committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from a broad spectrum of people, including BIPOC, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
The Duluth Art Institute’s mission is to enhance daily life with dynamic, innovative arts programming that upholds excellence and promotes inclusive community participation.
Email cwoods@duluthartinstitute.org with questions