Public Programs Specialist

Wexner Center for the Arts, Columbus, USA

The Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University is seeking a Public Programs Specialist to engage in arts learning with a focus on museum education practices for diverse audiences. This full-time role involves administering gallery education, K-12 programming, research, and building partnerships in arts and education. The Program Coordinator will assist with developing and evaluating resource materials, tours, and programming related to contemporary art and cross-cultural topics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer gallery education and K-12 programming
• Develop arts-based programs and partnerships
• Assist in research, development, and evaluation of learning materials
• Collaborate with public, university, and K-12 audiences
• Work closely with the Curator of Teaching, Learning, and Interpretation

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in museum, arts, or cultural education and program administration
• Degree in Art, Art Education, Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Commitment to inclusion, equity, and accessibility practices
• Strong organizational, research, and communication skills
• Experience in arts-integrated learning and public engagement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

This position requires occasional evenings and weekends and involves working both onsite and in the community.

For more details, visit: OSU Careers – Public Programs Specialist