Illges Gallery Student Assistant (Intermediate)

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Location

Illges Gallery, Corn Center

Department Information

Department of Art.

Job Summary

Purpose or Role of the Position.

The purpose of the Illges Gallery Student Assistant position is to support the daily operations of the gallery by creating a welcoming, organized, and respectful environment for all visitors. Illges Gallery Student Assistant greet guests, help protect and monitor artwork, answer questions about exhibitions, and share information about current exhibitions and gallery programs. They also assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions, prepare the gallery for events, and serve as professional ambassadors during exhibition openings and public programs by engaging with visitors and ensuring a positive gallery experience.

Responsibilities

Illges Gallery Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the gallery by creating a welcoming, organized, and respectful environment for visitors. Responsibilities include greeting guests, monitoring artwork to help ensure its safety, answering questions about exhibitions, and sharing information about the gallerys current exhibitions and programs. Illges Gallery Student Assistant also assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions, help prepare the gallery for events, and serve as ambassadors during exhibition openings and public programs by engaging with visitors and representing the gallery in a professional and friendly manner.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student in good academic standing.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage courteously and professionally with diverse audiences.- Friendly, dependable, and customer service-oriented.- Ability to work independently while remaining attentive to visitors and artwork.- Responsible, punctual, and able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.- Interest in art, museums, galleries, or cultural programming; coursework in art or art history is preferred but not required.- Ability to learn and communicate information about current exhibitions and gallery programs.- Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods during shifts.- Ability to assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions, including lifting and moving materials up to 25 pounds.- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, for exhibition openings and special events.- Ability to follow gallery policies, safety procedures, and handling guidelines for artwork.- Experience in customer service, event support, or campus engagement is preferred but not required.- Ability to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is preferred but not required.

Proposed Salary

$12/hourly.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;

• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.

• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

• Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Other Information

Position Classification:

Federal Work-Study (FWS) positions are grouped into three general levels based on job duties and required skills:

• Entry-Level: Basic tasks with little to no prior experience required. Duties may include clerical work, customer service, or general office support.
• Intermediate: Positions that require some prior experience or specific skills. Duties may include tutoring, lab assistance, or more independent administrative work.
• Advanced: Roles that require specialized skills, training, or significant responsibility. Duties may include research assistance, technical support, or leadership roles.

Procedure for Determining Pay Rate:

Federal Work-Study (FWS) pay rates are based on the type of job, responsibilities, and skills required. Pay is set within the universitys student wage guidelines and follows federal and state minimum wage laws.

Rates may vary by position and are determined in coordination with Financial Aid, based on available funding and the students FWS award.

Evaluation Procedures and Schedules

Applicants for the Illges Gallery Student Assistant position will be evaluated using a holistic review process that considers the overall qualifications and potential of each candidate. Selection will be based on a combination of the following factors:- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.- Customer service experience or the ability to provide a welcoming and professional visitor experience.- Reliability, responsibility, and dependability.- Interest in art, museums, galleries, or cultural programming.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.- Availability to work scheduled shifts, including evenings and weekends for exhibitions and special events.- Relevant work, volunteer, leadership, or campus involvement that demonstrates transferable skills.- Willingness and ability to learn gallery procedures, exhibition information, and artwork handling protocols.Candidates may be asked to participate in an interview to assess their communication skills, professionalism, customer service approach, and ability to respond appropriately to visitor interactions and gallery situations. Final selection will be based on the candidates overall qualifications and potential to contribute to a positive, safe, and engaging gallery environment.