Current Available Positions

Assistant Supervisor, Control Room | Security
Manages access via Security Access System to all areas in multiple buildings. Communicates response to emergency situations with internal and external responders. Supervises, deploys, dispatches and trains security officers. Monitors security and fire system devices and equipment via Fire Command Center. Reports malfunctioning devices to Control Room Supervisor or Manager of Technical Systems and Operations. Tracks and distributes equipment to security personnel. Notes all daily activity and equipment distribution in the daily Control Room log. Tracks and communicates personnel call-offs to gallery supervisors. Frequently interacts with security supervisors and managers, plus internal/external contacts (e.g. Special Events). Communicates closely with on-duty security supervisors and managers regarding situational awareness of building operations and issues. Communicates clear and concise information via, radio, telephone and e-mail. Collaborates with on-site Fire Safety Director and the Fire Command Center regarding fire system status and pending issues. Ensures required communication and documentation are complete as it relates to daily operations/audits. Maintains the safety and security of confidential information and data. Participates in writing incident reports and documents Control Room and Fire Command Center procedures. Provides first level troubleshooting of security system and hardware issues. Reports security system and technical issues to the Manager, Technical Systems & Operations or Control Room Supervisor on duty. Resolves minor problems or issues and provides suggestions for improvement. Reports to Control Room Supervisor and Manager, Security Technical Systems and Operations

Requirements: At least two years experience of control/command room and technical/security system support. At least three to five years experience in the security or law enforcement field. At least one year of report writing experience. Experience in cultural, educational, or large public access locations preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of security practices, including emergency response. Experience in utilizing various software applications including MS Word and Excel, and Google search engines. Basic first aid/CPR knowledge and AED certification. Fire Safety Director certification or ability to complete certification. Applied knowledge of fire-life-safety systems, security access and intrusion systems, CCTV, and other related security devices.

Audio/visual Technician | Information Technology
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, set-up, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of existing systems. Responds to network-based monitoring systems to ensure maximum uptime of equipment in public spaces. Coordinates with creative group for content development and distribution to public displays. Maintains computer-based audio/visual solutions, including video conferencing, webcasting, video streaming, video-on-demand, kiosks, and video panels. Oversees inventory and storage of equipment. Works with internal and external clients for event support and management, including preparing and setting up portable audio/video equipment for special engagements, conferences, committee meetings, seminars, etc. Edits performance and event video footage, including gathering and organizing assets, assembly, media management, and output of final video. Operates camera and/or assists, media management, and sound for video documentation.

Requirements: Experience in managing and installing Integration Systems of all sizes and levels of complexity, commercial applications preferred. Strong computer skills to deal with the Museum’s increasing reliance on network- and PC-based technology. Ability to read, interpret and, if necessary, create prints, plans, and/or schematics. Experience supporting computer-based audio/visual solutions, including webcasting, video streaming, video-on-demand, interactive kiosks, and video walls is highly desired. At least two years Crestron experience. Experience with live sound mixing, audio solutions, Sound Web, lighting control, video players and controllers, commercial LCD panels, and LCD and DLP projectors. Experience in event support, including preparing and setting up portable audio and video equipment for special engagements, theatrical shows, live music shows, conferences, committee meetings, seminars, etc. Experience at balancing multiple responsibilities in order to meet the increasing demand for technology-based presentations. Ability to work both independently once proper direction has been given, and as part of a team. Excellent communication and documentation skills. CEDIA Designer 1, Installer 1 and/or Installer 2 Certifications. SCA/EST Certifications. CES Certifications. CEA Certifications. Project Management certifications or degrees. Electronics certifications or degrees (Crestron, AMX, etc.). Well-documented and verified "real world" knowledge and skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Photoshop, Aftereffects, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, CAD or Vector Works, Isadora, Watchout, QLab and Max MSP/Jitter.

Beaumont and Nancy Newhall Curatorial Fellowship (three years) | Photography
Assists senior curatorial staff in all areas of their responsibilities. Performs administrative tasks in the context of curatorial functions, including acquisition procedures, collections records, research for exhibitions and publications, departmental committees, loans, and general curatorial inquiries. Performs exhibition support functions, including general research, checklist maintenance, assistance with loans, catalogue preparation, wall labels. Liaises with other areas of the Museum, such as exhibitions, conservation, publications, graphic design, framing, etc. Performs work in relation to the care of the collections in gallery, study center, and storage areas. Conducts collection gallery inspections and assists in follow-up arrangements. Researches and catalogs the Museum collection and Archives under senior staff supervision, and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars with regard to such information. Reports to senior curatorial titles.

Requirements: Master’s degree in art history, ABD candidate preferred, with a focus on the history of photography and two years relevant museum experience or equivalent. Conversant with modern and contemporary art and the history of photography. Excellent writing, research, and organizational skills. Highly motivated, strong attention to detail, computer skills, enthusiasm to work with a curatorial team, and ability to manage more than one project at a time and to meet deadlines. Knowledge of one foreign language preferred.

Coordinator, Education Administration | Education
Assists department manager with the administrative support for the entire department, ensuring that all invoices are processed and the department is in compliance with MoMA’s general travel and expenditures guidelines. This includes, but is not limited to, processing all invoices for approval; and coordinating all aspects of the vendor creation (or re-activation) process, such as securing appropriate tax forms from new vendors, completing all forms and data entry required by purchasing department, and coding and filing all related invoices and offer letters. Reviews travel and expense forms by verifying coding and calculations and ensuring that expenses are in line with T&E policy. Serves as the primary point of contact for guest speakers’ hotel payments and completes all related paperwork. Assists with the coding and vouchering of all outbound payments. Answers department phone and responds to space reservation inquiries. Works on special assignments as assigned by the Deputy Director of Education and/or department manager. Reports to Department Manager, Education.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, and a minimum two years related experience in a museum or nonprofit organization or equivalent. Understanding of basic accounting. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and program management skills, including keen attention to time-sensitive tasks, details, and follow-up, and ability to multitask on several detailed projects simultaneously. Actively demonstrates a keen attention to detail and office procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with PeopleSoft.

Curatorial Assistant | Media and Performance Art
Assists senior curatorial staff with acquisitions, collection records, bibliographic and biographical records and files, research for exhibitions and publications, departmental committees, loans, and general curatorial inquiries. Performs work in relation to care of the collection, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required. Performs the duties of exhibitions assistant including research on subjects such as artists, periods, topics, styles, specific works, locations of works, photograph sources, etc. Assists with arranging loans, catalogue preparation, preparation of checklists, coordinating and scheduling work to be done within the Museum and externally in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc. Assists with the preparation and installation of wall labels. Conducts daily inspection of works on view in the collection gallery and in temporary exhibitions, and assists in necessary follow-up arrangements; answers inquiries and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc. Researches and catalogues the Museum’s collection and Archives under senior staff supervision, and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars with regard to such information. Assists in the administration of the artists' viewing program. Assists in the operation of departmental study centers. Reports to Chief Curator of Media and Performance Art.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in art history or a comparable academic field and relevant work experience including competence within area of departmental interest. Strong research and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other standard office procedures and equipment. Reading knowledge of one European language, two preferred.

Department Assistant (part-time) | Exhibition Programs
Provides administrative support for department responsible for planning, coordinating, and budgeting MoMA exhibitions. Maintains exhibition files; processes requests for graphics, imaging, catalogues, audio-visual needs, and final touring exhibition reports on a timely basis; assembles material for exhibition tour offers; maintains exhibitions assignment chart; arranges for translation of foreign loan contracts; proofreads checklists and other material for accuracy; maintains a digital archive of loan agreements; issues phone cards for exhibition travel; assists with obtaining estimates for budget; does preparatory work on setting up budget spreadsheets; and prepares package of lender loan agreements for Immunity from Seizure applications. Drafts routine correspondence, prepares packages for mailing, fields general inquiries, routes loan correspondence, and assists with scheduling meetings. Performs general office management duties as needed. Reports to Coordinator of Exhibitions.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree and three or more years related administrative/office management experience or equivalent. Facility and comfort with numbers and complex financial/budgetary spreadsheets essential. Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting procedures. High degree of organizational skill and ability to juggle many detailed tasks at once. Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word and Excel) and Internet resources. Experience with The Museum System helpful. Knowledge of and interest in 20th-century art highly desirable.

Group Services Assistant (part-time) | Visitor Services
Conducts check-in process for groups at Group Services stations, located in the Museum lobby and in the Lewis B. and Dorothy Cullman Education and Research Building. Coordinates the reception of groups (children grades K–12, adults, college students, seniors, and VIPs) with the Volunteer Group Greeters. Organizes the storage and retrieval of group belongings. Serves as liaison with group leaders and ensures that all details regarding visits are attended to in an effective and efficient manner. Opens and closes Group Services station, including daily set-up, cash handling, and cash drawer closeout. Assists with the coordination of, and supports Group Services activities with, lobby, Security, and operations staff, and the departments of Special Events and Education. Assists Group Services Manager with the scheduling and coordination of group visits reservations, including all aspects of group visits from initial contact through Museum visit and group departure. Makes group visit reservations and inputs information into the computer utilizing Group Services computer software. Answers Group Services telephone and e-mail for general information and confirmations, and follows-up accordingly.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and prior office experience and/or customer service experience preferred. Excellent organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Manager, Security Technical Systems and Operations | Security
Develops, administers, and executes policies and procedures related to security and fire-life-safety system operations and maintenance. Plans and provides recommendations on the design and installation of multilayered security and fire-life-safety systems. Provides immediate supervision and oversight of control room operators and supervisors who perform moderate to complex tasks related to the security technical systems at the MoMA Midtown and MoMA Queens locations. Supervises and manages field operations in conjunction with and in the absence of operational managers. Determines security requirements for new construction and special exhibitions projects regarding access control, CCTV, intrusion alarms, and other security as needed. Manages security integrator/vendor and fire-life-safety vendor in the capacity of 1) reviewing contract proposals and pricing for completeness for new installations; 2) negotiating maintenance contracts for both security and fire-life-safety systems; 3) ensuring contractor compliance with annual system maintenance agreement; and 4) managing work service orders and the contract technician through quality control and review of completed repairs and new installations. Coordinates all activities of the contract integrator or vendor with other internal Museum departments such as IT, Exhibitions, and Facilities. Maintains inventory control of all related security and fire-life-safety devices. Participates in the development of annual budgets for areas of responsibility. Ensures system testing, inspection, and personnel training compliance as it relates to state and city laws and regulations. Participates in the hiring, training, and management of staff assigned to the control room and fire command center. Reviews the performance of staff and provides feedback regarding career and growth opportunities. Supports security operations managers as needed for operational coverage. Reports to Director of Security.

Requirements: At least five years experience in the following: security technical, fire-life-safety system, and managerial experience; assessing security system measures needed to address and identify security risks and needs; and database management and technical repair. Project management experience and a thorough understanding of current security technologies and devices, including access control, alarms, and video surveillance and recording. Fire Safety Director and/or Emergency Action Plan certified. Good communication skills and ability to write and prepare reports and make presentations for proposed projects. Ability to handle multiple and complex tasks simultaneously. Experience in cultural institutions or organizations requiring a high level of security preferred. If hired, individual must successfully complete a security threat assessment through the Department of Homeland Security.

Security Officer (multiple positions) | Security
Performs interior patrols of Museum galleries. Provides clear guidance and direction to ensure that visitors adhere to Museum policy to preserve the collection and prevent theft or damage. Ensures that daily security reports are performed properly. Imparts knowledge of Museum exhibitions, events, and the surrounding area to patrons. Responds to any emergency events (e.g. medical emergencies, natural disasters, etc.), contacting supervisor as appropriate. Additional duties may include exterior facility patrols and general Museum opening/closing procedures. Reports to Security supervisors, managers, and director.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (some college coursework preferred). New York State Guard certificate. CPR/AED/FSD certification preferred, but training will be provided. A minimum of one year security-related work experience. Prior museum/art-related experience a plus, but not required. Fluency in foreign languages preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong organizational and planning skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service and maintain professional demeanor in a challenging and dynamic environment. Detail-oriented with the capability to work under minimal supervision. Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time. Ability to climb stairs and stoop/kneel in order to perform security duties. If hired, individual must successfully complete a security threat assessment through the Department of Homeland Security.

MoMA Jobs application guidelines

If you would like to submit your resume and cover letter for consideration, please choose one of the following options:

By e-mail: jobs@moma.org (most preferred option)
By fax: (212) 333-1107
By mail: The Museum of Modern Art
The Department of Human Resources
11 West 53 Street
New York, NY 10019

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at The Museum of Modern Art.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

Current Available Position at MoMA PS1

MoMA PS1 is one of the oldest and largest non-profit contemporary art institutes in the United States; an exhibition space rather than a collecting museum, it serves as a catalyst and an advocate for new ideas, discourses, and trends in contemporary art.

Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant will support the Director of MoMA PS1 as follows: Oversees the organization and maintenance of the director’s office, which includes performing or overseeing execution of general administrative duties and making all travel and logistical arrangements for the director. Facilitates director’s e-mail, written correspondence, and other communication, especially that which relates to board members, The Museum of Modern Art, and city officials. Actively promotes and ensures clear communication throughout the institution, with the Board of Directors, the director’s office, and The Museum of Modern Art. Handles highly confidential, sensitive, and/or critical information, files, records, and reports. Liaises with artists represented in exhibitions. Keeps a comprehensive running list of all projects, exhibitions, and priorities located in the director’s office. Works closely with the Secretary to the Board on board-related matters, including scheduling, preparing, and managing Board of Directors and committee meetings. Completes project and administrative assignments as directed by the director.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and two or more years experience in administrative positions or equivalent. Superior judgment, high level of professionalism, initiative, and strong verbal and written communication capabilities. Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Contemporary art background is desirable but not essential.

HOW TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of references, to employment_ps1@moma.org and include the position title in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Please note: international candidates must secure and be in possession of a valid US work visa.

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the position.

MoMA PS1 is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.