Department Intern - Art
 Texas Tech University | |
 United States, Texas, Lubbock | |
 Nov 22, 2024 | |
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Lubbock Department Intern - Art 39437BR Museum Position Description Performs work to assist in the organization and implementation of projects and programs. Responsibilities include activities which require knowledge of departmental procedures. Employee performance is based upon a review of completed work and overall results obtained. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About the Department and/or College The Art Division stewards a collection of around 20,000 objects ranging from the 2nd to 13th century Americas to 19th and 20th century Modernism and contemporary art, with a focus on the southwestern United States, including paintings and bronze sculptures as well as ivory and jade from China. The Artist Printmaker/Photographer Research Collection features work on paper from the mid-20th century to the present and features artists' archives of works, including sketch books, catalogues, trial proofs, and print matrices. The Arnold Collection holds primarily 20th and 21st century three-dimensional art, including glass, ceramic, and woven baskets. Three collection storage areas allow environments custom suited to care of varied art mediums, also including photography, watercolor, and multimedia sculpture. Major/Essential Functions To develop and conduct outreach and engagement opportunities (personal, virtual, and digital) between the Art Division and community partners, e.g., K-12 schools, youth groups, special interest groups, and the community at large. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise graduate and undergraduate assistants. Required Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent. No experience required. Preferred Qualifications Coordinating special events. Working with Exhibits. Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Occasional Duties
Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Required Attachments Cover Letter, Resume / CV Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Hourly Minimum Hire Rate 13.00 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. Travel Required None Shift Day Grant Funded? No Job Group Skilled Technicians EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. | |