Updated: May 7, 2024
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Lib/Development & Comm
Job Opening ID: 68758
Reports To: Communication and Events Officer
Working Title: ADMIN OFCR 2 CX
Department: Lib/Development & Comm
Bargaining Unit: CX
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 004263
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8 am -- 5 pm, M-F
Employee Class: Career
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Communications and Events Officer and in support of the Libraries’ Exhibit Team, the Exhibits Coordinator provides general project management and coordination of the UCI Libraries’ Exhibit Programs, working with curators and other Libraries employees throughout all stages of exhibit development. The coordinator serves as the main point of contact for exhibit-related planning. Working closely with Libraries’ leadership and curatorial, Communications and Events, Development, Design Services, and Special Collections and Archives staff, this position facilitates the production, design, and promotion of both major exhibits and smaller-scale, library-wide exhibit programs. As part of the efforts to support the Libraries’ main exhibit program, the coordinator will engage in proactive outreach to identify prospective exhibit topics, materials, and curators. The coordinator assists with exhibit openings and other library-wide or departmental outreach events, writing, and editing of other Communications and Events publications and communications. This position may also write exhibit copy and conduct research on library materials and topics in consultation with librarian/staff experts or curators. The expected annual salary range for this recruitment is $63,558.72 to $71,117.28 (step 6) within the full annual salary range $63,558.72 to $102,019.68. Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and early mornings for special events and meetings.
At the heart of University of California, Irvine’s academic community, UCI Libraries play a vital role in enabling our students, faculty, and researchers to create new knowledge, develop lifelong learning skills, and make meaningful contributions to society. Our Exhibits Programs serve as a key community and donor engagement vehicle and support the research and instructional missions of UCI by interpreting and publicizing the richness, diversity, and unique strengths of the Libraries’ resources and collections. In doing so, they also help foster an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and connection with our broader community.
Total Compensation:
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $30.44 - $48.86 (Hourly Rate). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $30.44 - $48.86 (Hourly Rate).
Department Website:
UC Irvine Libraries
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Two to three years of experience working in a library or museum or related work experience in an exhibit program, arts, or graphic design.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and assignments at a time as well as prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively and to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within UCI Libraries, the UCI campus, and local community.
- Experience writing internal or external content (such as exhibit case copy, press releases, blogs, or promotional copy) and skills to communicate information clearly and consistently to a variety of audiences.
- Excellent proofreading skills, preferably with knowledge of AP, Chicago Manual, or other professional style guides.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and to interact diplomatically with the public and diverse contingencies including among others, influential community leaders, university leadership, faculty, students, administrative personnel, and volunteer groups.
- Ability to function effectively as a member of the team and adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred:
- Experience coordinating or curating library and/or museum exhibits, including calendaring, curating displays, content development, or assisting library/museum staff or curators with such duties.
- Experience with publication/graphics design and video production software and tools.
- Working knowledge of webpage creation and maintenance using professional software and/or HTML programming.
- Working knowledge of University of California policies and procedures.
- Experience using KFS financial system.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]
