McEachern Gallery Curator - Temporary Summer Position

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Application Instructions: Active Student Employees : If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website . Log in to Workday and type Find Jobs in the search . Locate the position and click Apply . External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it . Job Family: Student Work Study Department: Art Supervisor: Penni Hartley Job Title: McEachern Gallery Curator - Temporary Summer Position Job Description: Position Overview The McEachern Art Center (MAC) is hiring Summer Gallery Curators for a temporary summer appointment. Curators oversee gallery operations during open hours, guide visitors through exhibitions, and maintain a professional, secure, and organized space. This role provides practical experience in gallery operations, visitor engagement, and arts administration. Employment Term Mid-May through the start of the Fall semester in August Core Responsibilities Report directly to the MAC Director Lead gallery tours for guests and community members Maintain gallery cleanliness and organization Ensure alarm system is set and doors are secured at the end of each shift Represent the MAC professionally during all open hours Required Qualifications Must be a current Mercer University undergraduate or graduate student Must be Federal Work-Study qualified Students should contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm eligibility Strong communication skills Organized and dependable Professional and positive attitude Willingness to contribute to the continued growth of the MAC Position Details Pay: $10 per hour Schedule: Thursday-Saturday, 4:00pm-8:00pm (During Open Gallery Hours) Hours per Week: Approximately 4-15 hours depending on staffing needs Start Date: Mid-May Performance-Based Continuation This is a temporary summer role. Strong performance, reliability, and initiative may result in consideration for continued employment during the 2026-2027 academic year. Students seeking serious, hands-on gallery experience are encouraged to apply. This position requires responsibility and consistency. Scheduled Hours: 8 Start Date: 05/1/2026 End Date: 08/1/2026

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