Curatorial Assistant

Curatorial Assistant

The Curatorial Assistant will provide support to the Curatorial department. The Curatorial Assistant is responsible for supporting the department with exhibition development, research, and a range of administrative tasks. A successful candidate will possess strong research skills, familiarity with library and image databases, and museum experience.

Reports to: Senior Curator
Status: Full-time/ Non-exempt

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks
The Pulitzer Arts Foundation offers a competitive minimum annual salary of $44,780 commensurate with experience. The Pulitzer benefits package includes employer-paid Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability. Additional benefits include Voluntary Life Insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, SIMPLE IRA and employer match. The Pulitzer offers generous time off, including Observed Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave / Paid Time Off, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and various leave policies (Parental Leave, etc.). Employees of the Pulitzer also benefit from access to a variety of cultural institutions, a flexible remote work policy, and a stimulating and collegial work environment.

Position Responsibilities

1. Work with curators and colleagues across departments to establish agendas, deliverables, and timelines for the production of exhibitions.
2. Facilitate communication with staff, collaborators, and external stakeholders.
3. Create and manage exhibition checklists in close coordination with the Registrar department.
4. Generate research materials in support of exhibition development.
5. Assist with the development and editing of interpretive texts, press releases, and other written exhibition materials.
6. Provide administrative support for curatorial public programs.
7. Support the preparation of and perform occasional tours for museum staff and the public.
8. Assist with daily administrative functions, including, but not limited to, creating presentations, agendas, timelines, and arranging travel for the curatorial department and external partners.
9. Facilitate the processing of departmental expenses and budget reports.
10. Support the development and realization of departmental goals and institutional initiatives.

The above responsibilities are a summary of the position; other duties may be assigned.

Preferred Experience and Background Skills

1. Bachelor’s degree required in art history or a humanities-related field.
2. Strong research skills required.
3. Familiarity with library and image databases and interlibrary services is a plus.
4. Experience in a museum, either through work or internships, is a plus.
5. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and workloads.
6. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills.
7. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
9. Adherence to professional ethics.

About the Pulitzer Arts Foundation
The Pulitzer Arts Foundation is an art museum that presents art from around the world in the Grand Center Arts District in St. Louis, MO. Open and free to all, the Pulitzer is a cultural and civic asset to the St. Louis community and a popular destination for visitors from around the world.

The Pulitzer Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy reflects and affirms the Pulitzer Arts Foundation’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. If most of this job description describes you, we encourage you to apply for this role.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume in one document at https://pulitzerarts.org/about/jobs/.