Collection Manager Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : Taylorsville Campus, UT
Job Type: Workstudy Federal
Job Number: 202500950
Division: Institutional Advancement
Opening Date: 08/22/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.
Job Summary
NOTE: Applicants must be a current SLCC Student and must qualify for Federal Work Study. If you don't know if you qualify for FWS, please contact the SLCC
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Gallery & Art Collection Manager in overseeing the college's permanent art collection consisting of 800+ artworks across several campuses.
Inventory artworks: measure, identify media, research missing info, enter information into a database, basic photography, basic photo editing, file management.
Support the implementation of 13 gallery exhibitions annually at South City campus: update gallery store website for new exhibits, promote exhibitions on social media and other websites, generate wall labels, help set up for and work opening receptions.
Assist with installation of art exhibitions with track and cable hanging system and installation of collection art with security hardware and info placards.
Professionalism is a must. Applicant should be detail oriented in all aspects of the job, from cataloging information to handling the art itself. Adhering to best practices around safe art handling is crucial. Strong written communication skills will be necessary to record accurate information with precision. A cooperative attitude and good oral communication skills are key. The applicant will work closely with the Gallery & Art Collection Manager. Be open minded and ready to learn.
Work will take place mostly at Redwood and South City campuses. Good communication will be necessary to coordinate effectively. Independent transportation is a plus but not mandatory.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities
General familiarity with fine art.
Ability to enter information into a database with precision.
Familiarity with basic hand tools i.e. electric drill, level, anchors, etc.
Basic photography and photo editing.
Familiarity with Instagram and other social media.
Minimum qualifications
Current SLCC Student
Qualify for Federal Work Study. If you don't know if you qualify for FWS, please contact the SLCC .
This position requires U.S. work authorization.
GPA 2.0
Participate in professional development activities.
Work 15-20 per week.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual
Graphic Design
SLCC Information
Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.
Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.
Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
01
Are you a current SLCC student?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a 2.0 GPA?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you taking 6 credit hours for fall and spring semester?

• Yes
• No

04
Have you been awarded Federal Work Study funds through Financial Aid?

• Yes
• No

05
If not, do you know if you are eligible for Federal Work Study program?

• Yes
• No

Required Question