Visitor and Gallery Operations Manager Job at Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Walker Art Center
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

The Walker Art Center empowers people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways. In our over 125-year history, we have become one of the most celebrated art museums in the country and we are known for our innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts.

The Walker Art Center empowers people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways. In our over 125-year history, we have become one of the most celebrated art museums in the country and we are known for our innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts. 

This individual will work with the Associate Director of Visitor and Gallery Experience to ensure the Gallery Assistant and Visitor Experience teams provide all Walker visitors with an engaging and exemplary guest experience. Additionally, this individual will guide and support the Visitor and Gallery Experience Event Leads in event management of the events they oversee, fostering collaboration across departments, and take on event management responsibilities as needed. This individual will supervise daily operations in front-line spaces and work collaboratively with the Associate Director of Visitor and Gallery Experience. 

This position plays a crucial role in strengthening the overall visitor experience by ensuring a welcoming, accessible, and audience-focused approach while supporting the operational needs of public programs and events within the galleries.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO  

Daily Operations

  • Manage and oversee Gallery Assistant Leads and Gallery Assistants, providing leadership, training, and support to ensure excellent visitor experience.
  • Stay up-to-date on internal exhibition and event calendars, departmental communications, and deadlines.
  • Model the highest standards for customer service, continuously innovating and adapting to visitor and institutional needs.
  •  Provide feedback and guidance to Visitor Experience and Gallery Assistant teams to ensure clear understanding of Walker and department expectations.
  •  Frequently walk the galleries and box office areas to uphold Gallery Assistant and Visitor Experience expectations and standards.
  • Ensure a welcoming, accessible, and audience-focused experience for a diverse population of visitors.
  • Proactively identify and develop solutions to improve visitor experience in collaboration with the Visitor Experience & Gallery Assistant teams.
  • Uphold customer service expectations, shaping a team culture focused on hospitality and visitor engagement.
  • Co-lead bi-weekly Visitor Services department meetings and participate in other departmental or programmatic gatherings.
  •  Oversee Visitor Data Collection efforts, including training staff in COVES and ensuring data collection is executed accurately and consistently.
  •  Collect, analyze, and organize visitor feedback to identify trends and inform improvements in Visitor Experience and Gallery Assistant operations.

Gallery Oversight

  •  Collaborate with Registration and the Scheduler to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
  • Collaborate with Registration on measures to ensure art safety.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting on incidents that involve art safety.

Event Management

  • Plan and facilitate events that impact or include the galleries, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment with visitor experience goals.
  • Work collaboratively with the Associate Director of Visitor and Gallery Experience, Performing Arts and Moving Image Event Manager, Visitor Experience Programs & Volunteer Operations Manager, and other departments to execute events successfully.
  • Provide on-site leadership and problem-solving support during events.
  • Guide and support Visitor and Gallery Experience Event Leads in effectively managing events alongside the Visitor Experience Programs and Volunteer Operations Manager and the Performing Arts and Moving Image Event Manager.
  •  Attend weekly departmental and programmatic meetings, contributing expertise and insights.
  •  Coordinate with Event Production, Marketing, Facilities, PELI, Visual Arts, Development and Membership, Facility Rental teams, co-presenting partners, artists, donors, and VIPs to manage event logistics.
  • Serve as the Visitor Experience contact for Walker Art Center programs and events that impact gallery spaces and are not part of our Moving Image and Performing Arts Departments.

Collaboration & Special Initiatives

  •  Work cross-departmentally to support visitor experience and programmatic goals.
  • Take initiative in special assignments and seek ways to enhance the role’s impact.
  • Collaborate with leadership to refine and improve internal processes that enhance visitor experience and operational efficiency. 

WHAT WE NEED IN YOU 

Minimum Requirements

  • Inspirational leadership style combining organizational competence with strong management and interpersonal skills.
  • Collaborative spirit and desire to engage with a variety of Walker departments and outside organizations to support the Walker’s visitor experience and programmatic goals.
  • Experience in customer service and box office procedures.
  • Possess the ability to problem solve in a quick and resourceful manner.
  • Knowledge of PC computer skills including cloud-based ticketing and membership systems (like Tessitura), and Excel desired.
  • Cash-handling and reporting experience essential.
  • Ability to handle a variety of operations simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to work with a wide range of personalities and people across a variety of generations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk
  • Prolonged periods of looking at screens
  • Prolonged periods standing/walking.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

JOB SPECIFICATIONS This position is considered full-time (35 hours per week), exempt. As an exempt position, it is not eligible for overtime pay. The compensation for this role is $55,000 annually.

The Walker offers a wide range of benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, click link to view benefits: 

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. 

Walker’s DEI commitment  The Walker is committed to being an employer with a staff who, at all job levels, reflects the rich diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We are dedicated to ensuring inclusion and equity in all our employment practices. We deeply value and welcome all the unique lived experiences in our applicants and encourage anyone meeting the minimum requirements to apply.

Recruitment Timeline  All positions are open until filled.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office, Relocation package,

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