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Director of External Relations
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25011092 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $87,300 - $163,300 |
Position Information
UCR ARTS opened to the public in 2010, bringing together the California Museum of Photography and the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts. UCR ARTS is a museum and art center with national and international visibility and engagement through its acclaimed exhibitions, performances, collections, programs, and research center. We are in downtown Riverside, California, 3 miles from the main campus. The UCR ARTS Director of External Relations (DER) is a senior professional who is focused on increasing philanthropic giving and public understanding for UCR ARTS and communicating UCR ARTS' value and impact on the Inland Empire, California, and the nation. This position is critical for the success of the museum and arts center programming and operations. The successful candidate will broaden our network of funders and supporters, and strengthen relationships with outside constituencies including philanthropists, businesses, granting agencies, and state and national Foundations. The primary activity of the DER will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial metrics and attendance goals. The DER reports to the UCR ARTS Executive Director. This will be a 1-year contract position with the opportunity for annual renewal based on achieving established performance goals.
***As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. ***
***As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. ***
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Demonstrated experience working in arts or museum environment. | Preferred |
| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Advanced knowledge of marketing principles, concepts, techniques and applications relevant to the field of promotion and advertising.
Skill in mentoring less experienced staff.
Advanced analytical and research skills.
Advanced skills in developing, designing and implementing creative promotional and advertising strategies.
Advanced written, visual, interpersonal communication and political acumen skills.
Demonstrated ability to secure philanthropic and grant support within a complex institutional setting.
Ability to work collaboratively and productively with colleagues to foster a positive and cooperative work environment.
Demonstrated ability to work within a 12-month framework of philanthropic goals.
Advanced organizational skills.
Skill in mentoring less experienced staff.
Advanced analytical and research skills.
Advanced skills in developing, designing and implementing creative promotional and advertising strategies.
Advanced written, visual, interpersonal communication and political acumen skills.
Demonstrated ability to secure philanthropic and grant support within a complex institutional setting.
Ability to work collaboratively and productively with colleagues to foster a positive and cooperative work environment.
Demonstrated ability to work within a 12-month framework of philanthropic goals.
Advanced organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of applicable campus and/or medical center policies and state and federal laws pertaining to marketing and advertising issues and concerns and other related policies or laws.
Advanced knowledge of the campus and/or medical center, including its achievements, mission, goals, vision, objectives and infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of the campus and/or medical center's product lines and services.
Knowledge of UCR ARTS, including its achievements, mission, goals, vision, objectives and infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of photography, contemporary visual and performing arts.
Advanced knowledge of the campus and/or medical center, including its achievements, mission, goals, vision, objectives and infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of the campus and/or medical center's product lines and services.
Knowledge of UCR ARTS, including its achievements, mission, goals, vision, objectives and infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of photography, contemporary visual and performing arts.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview