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Professional Expert, Program Assistant - Art Gallery at San Bernardino Community College District Share on X Print Application Deadline Continuous Date Posted 7/10/2026 Contact Human Resources Info Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 20 - 49 Per Hour Length of Work Year Unspecified Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Professional Expert, Program Assistant - Art Gallery Salary: $20.00 - $49.00 Hourly Location: San Bernardino Valley College 701 S. Mt. Vernon St, San Bernardino, CA Job Type: Department: Art Job Number: 2426-00157 Closing: Continuous Job Description San Bernardino Community College District accepts applications for an hourly professional expert position for our San Bernardino Valley College on a continuous basis

However, this does not imply the department is actively recruiting for this position. If there is interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by respective department managers. Applications submitted will remain active for up to one (1) year.

Should the department be interested in interviewing you, you will be contacted by the department with the information provided in your application. The San Bernardino Valley College Gresham Gallery seeks a responsible, organized, and creative individual to serve as a Program Assistant/Gallery Host. The Gallery is an academic and community-centered exhibition space that enriches the campus and surrounding region through exhibitions, educational programs, lectures, receptions, workshops, and community events, all designed to create transformative visitor experiences.

Position Summary: The ideal candidate will have knowledge of museum and gallery operations, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, arts professionals, volunteers, and members of the public. Strong research, writing, and graphic design skills are highly desirable. Responsibilities: Greet visitors, students, campus groups, and community members while educating them about current exhibitions and Art Department programs.

Coordinate visitor tours, workshops, receptions, and special events hosted by the Gallery. Serve as a liaison for communications related to Gallery operations and programs. Assist with exhibition installation, gallery preparation, and exhibition changeovers in collaboration with the Gallery Curator and the Art Department Chair.

Support the planning and organization of the annual Student Art Exhibition, the Faculty Exhibition, and other pop-up or juried exhibitions. Assist with intake procedures, jury coordination, and exhibition logistics. Conduct research on exhibited artworks and objects to produce wall labels, didactics, lesson plans, educational materials, and other curatorial content.

Assist with gallery marketing and promotional efforts, including creating visual and graphic design materials. Monitor gallery spaces to ensure artwork safety, uphold professional presentation standards, and ensure visitor adherence to gallery policies. Answer phone calls and coordinate class tours and educational programming.

Collaborate with campus stakeholders, including the Art Department Chair, Gallery Curator, Dean of Arts & Humanities, Facilities and Maintenance staff, faculty, and technicians. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Six months to one year of hands-on experience in a public-facing museum, gallery, or arts-related environment. Educational background in Visual Arts, Art History, Gallery and Museum Management, Arts Administration, or a related field.

Bachelor's or master's degree preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Strong organizational and customer service skills. Knowledge of gallery or museum practices and visitor engagement strategies. Graphic design and marketing experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Environment Physical Demands and Working Environment The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Working Conditions: Part-time temporary position as a Professional Expert, consisting of 8 - 24 hours per week with no perm The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors and gases; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to occasionally lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 25 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Employment Requirements Employment Requirements: The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements: Submit to and successfully pass DOJ live scan/fingerprinting.

Cost of live-scan services to be borne by candidate. Sealed official transcript(s) in envelope from institution or electronic copies emailed directly from institution (for positions with higher education requirement) Tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see job posting qualifications section for details)

Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the San Bernardino Community College District's https://sbccd.edu/about-sbccd/board-of-trustees/policies-and-procedures/index.php. To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/7305786 The San Bernardino Community College District is an equal opportunity employer

The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved

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