Gallery Program Associate (Job Code 1840 Exempt), San Francisco Arts Commission

The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking a Gallery Program Associate to support the day-to-day operations, exhibitions, public programs, administration, and visitor experience of the San Francisco Arts Commission Galleries.

This is a 0.5 FTE position, working approximately 1,040 hours annually. The position is primarily responsible for staffing the Gallery during public hours and supporting exhibitions, programs, events, and related Gallery operations. Because the Gallery also serves as a public-facing entry point to the Arts Commission, the Gallery Program Associate helps visitors connect with other SFAC programs, resources, and services when they come to the Gallery with general questions. The ability to interact professionally with the general public, artists, and colleagues, as well as a strong arts administrative background is essential for this position.

Work Schedule: This position is a part-time (.50 FTE) position, working approximately 1,040 hours annually, structured around the Gallery’s public operating schedule which is currently Wednesdays through Saturdays from Noon to 5:00 PM, with regular work to also include evenings and weekends. This position’s schedule is subject to change, and will include evenings and weekends, based on program schedules and special event needs.

Responsibilities

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Serve as Gallery Attendant and the primary public point of contact during Gallery hours, welcoming visitors and providing information about Gallery exhibitions and programs, as well as helping visitors connect with other San Francisco Arts Commission programs, resources, and services. Manage and facilitate gallery tours.

• Open and close the Gallery and help maintain a welcoming, accessible, safe, and presentable public space.

• Monitor exhibitions and promptly communicate artwork, facilities, security, accessibility, or visitor concerns.

• Track attendance, maintain visitor and exhibition materials, and support basic Gallery recordkeeping.

• Support exhibition openings, artist talks, performances, community programs, and special events, including setup, breakdown, visitor flow, and artist or presenter needs.

• Working closely with the Lead Preparator, assist with exhibition logistics, including installation and deinstallation, rental equipment, signage, deliveries, supplies, and coordination with artists, vendors, and contractors.

• Provide administrative, financial and marketing support, including scheduling, filing, purchasing, invoices, inventories, expenditures, social media outreach and other Gallery documentation.

• Coordinate as needed with Gallery and departmental staff, security, facilities, vendors, artists, and community partners.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to create a welcoming, respectful, accessible, and inclusive experience for members of the public.

• Ability to work independently in a public-facing environment and exercise sound judgment.

• Interest or experience in contemporary art, galleries, museums, cultural organizations, or community arts.

• Ability to support events and exhibitions, maintain accurate records, and use standard office technology.

• Ability to work collaboratively with artists, colleagues, vendors, community partners, and members of the public.

Schedule and Availability

This is a part-time, 0.5 FTE position, working approximately 1,040 hours annually. The position is structured around the Gallery’s public operating schedule, and regular staffing during public hours is an essential responsibility. The Gallery Program Associate must also be available to work regularly on evenings and weekend hours for exhibition openings, artist programs, public programs, receptions, installations, and special events.