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Working at Burlington City Arts involves a dynamic team that works closely with the arts and our community. Whether you apply for a position in our gallery, arts education, events, or administration, know that all teams collaborate to ensure the arts are accessible to all. At BCA we are committed to cultivating diverse perspectives and equitable communication. We are excited to hear from you and what you may have to offer our amazing team!

We also encourage considerations of our volunteer programs to stay involved, and if there are no open positions, check back in soon for future hiring opportunities!  

 

BCA Center Gallery Staff

General Purpose

BCA is looking to add an active, qualified member to our gallery staff team to share high-quality contemporary art with the public and support a dynamic exhibition program. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide friendly audience engagement and customer service at our Church Street gallery, offering art interpretation and information about BCA programs. Gallery staff have the opportunity to assist with exhibition installations, both in the BCA Center and within the community, and to support programs and other tasks as needed. We provide training to help you feel confident in museum best practices. Gallery staff shifts occur primarily on Saturdays and Sundays, with one or more evening shifts per month. 

 

Union Affiliation: Non-Union 
Pay Grade: $20.50 Hourly 
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week. 

Essential Job Functions

  • Open BCA Center building and galleries and ensure art works and spaces are ready for public viewing 

  • Welcome visitors and orient them to exhibition locations and themes 

  • Support gallery volunteers onsite 

  • Provide information about BCA programs and services as needed 

  • Implement simple visitor surveys and solicit general feedback 

  • Conduct sales of merchandise and art works 

  • Close galleries, secure, and alarm building 

  • Support installation needs at the BCA Center and off-site locations as needed 

  • Conduct administrative support for exhibition and other BCA programs when visitors are not present 

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

  • Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies 

  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development 

  • Ability to work weekends and evenings required 

  • Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills required 

  • Experience with art installation preferred 

  • High level of professionalism required, including punctuality and reliability 

  • Ability to work both independently and within a team 

Additional Information

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

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Volunteer

Volunteers play an integral role in our mission of creating a dynamic relationship between the arts and our community. Volunteers increase their own skills and knowledge through trainings and events, and we welcome volunteers who have an interest in the arts, regardless of their experience level. If you are interested in volunteering with Burlington City Arts, please complete a Volunteer Application.

Art from the Heart

Art from the Heart is currently seeking volunteers to visit patients and family members at UVM Medical Center and Children’s Hospital to help make the hospital a more comfortable and creative place through the arts. We visit patient rooms and waiting areas, working one on one and in small groups. A visit with a patient or family members can start as simply as talking about favorite TV shows and music. An Art from the Heart visit can be as complex as a painting party, creative writing session, or team art project. A lot of time it is a quick gifting of an art print and / or supplies and ideas to help spark creative expression. If you enjoy drawing, we create drawings for people on their door windows to personalize and beautify hospital rooms and units. No art skills are needed, just an enjoyment of the arts, and a compassionate approach. If you are interested please be prepared to also apply with UVM Medial Center, commit to a weekly shift (each shift is 3-4 hours long) for at least 6 months (we understand there will some pauses with travel, etc.) as it takes a while to get into the flow of Art from the Heart and being in the hospital spaces.

For any questions please be in touch with the Art from the Heart coordinator, Rebecca Schwarz at rschwarz@burlingtoncityarts.org

 

BCA Center Gallery and Visitors Services

Volunteers work to gain a deeper understanding of BCA while acting as representatives to the public. In the BCA Center, volunteers attend the gallery, interact with the public, assist with installations, assist with performance events, and provide general support to gallery staff.

For any questions and more information, please contact Jacquie O'Brien, Customer Service Assistant, 802-865-7166 or jobrien@burlingtoncityarts.org.

 

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Internships

Interns play a valuable role in keeping BCA running. With opportunities ranging from communications and marketing to gallery installation and event management, BCA offers our paid interns broad, multidimensional opportunities to gain professional experience while making new connections.

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