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KPG Nursing

Cardio Vascular OR in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$2.4K/wk

BSN or Associate's degree * Active RN License for this state * 2 or more years of CVOR experience ... For those who appreciate culture and history, the Phoenix Art Museum and the Heard Museum provide ...

Ambgroup

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ideal Candidate Our associates are personable, adventurous, hard-working, honest, and are willing ... Bozeman is an hour drive and is home to Montana State University and the Museum of the Rockies, as ...

KPG Nursing

Pediatrics in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Location - Phoenix, AZ Requirements for a Travel PEDS Registered Nurse (RN): * BSN or Associate ... Museum, which celebrate local culture and native history. Dining options span from gourmet ...

Freeport McMoRan

Process Automation Technician II

Green Valley, AZ · On-site

$33 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associates of Applied Science degree in a technical field * HMI/PLC and/or DCS programming and ...

Freeport McMoRan

Senior Planner

Green Valley, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associates in a technical field and six (6) years related experience in field maintenance in mining ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Senior Planner

Green Valley, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associates in a technical field and six (6) years related experience in field maintenance in mining ...

Freeport McMoRan

Line Electrician

Green Valley, AZ

$33 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associate's degree or Trade School Certification in a related field and two (2) years of experience ...

Freeport McMoRan

Senior Planner

Green Valley, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associates in a technical field and six (6) years related experience in field maintenance in mining ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Line Electrician

Green Valley, AZ · On-site

$33 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associate's degree or Trade School Certification in a related field and two (2) years of experience ...

Freeport McMoRan

Senior Planner

Green Valley, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... OR Associates in a technical field and six (6) years related experience in field maintenance in ...

Freeport McMoRan

Line Electrician

Green Valley, AZ

$33 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum ... Associate's degree or Trade School Certification in a related field and two (2) years of experience ...

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a museum associate?

To thrive as a Museum Associate, you need a background in art history, museum studies, or a related field, along with strong organizational and customer service skills. Familiarity with collection management systems, ticketing software, and guided tour tools is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a passion for education help someone stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring smooth museum operations, delivering engaging visitor experiences, and preserving valuable collections.

What is the difference between Museum Associate vs Museum Technician?

AspectMuseum AssociateMuseum Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; some roles may prefer a bachelor'sAssociate degree or technical certification in museum studies or related field
Work EnvironmentMuseums, galleries, educational institutionsMuseums, conservation labs, exhibit preparation areas
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssisting visitors, educational programs, administrative tasksHandling artifacts, exhibit setup, conservation support

While both roles support museum operations, Museum Associates focus on visitor engagement and educational activities, whereas Museum Technicians are more involved in artifact handling, exhibit installation, and conservation tasks. The roles often overlap in work environment and required credentials, but their core responsibilities differ, making each essential to museum functions.

How does a museum associate typically collaborate with curators and educators within the museum?

Museum Associates often serve as a vital link between curators, educators, and the public. They assist curators by helping with exhibit installation, maintaining collection records, and ensuring artifacts are properly displayed. Additionally, Museum Associates frequently work alongside museum educators to help facilitate tours, educational programs, and special events, ensuring visitors have an engaging and informative experience. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Museum Associates coordinate schedules, relay visitor feedback, and support the museum’s educational mission.

What is a museum associate?

Museum Associates are professionals who support the daily operations of museums by assisting with visitor services, exhibitions, educational programs, and collection management. They often greet and guide visitors, answer questions, and help ensure that museum policies and procedures are followed. Museum Associates may also be involved in setting up displays, conducting tours, and supporting special events. Their work is essential for creating a welcoming and educational experience for museum guests.

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Associate Director of Development, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

Arizona State University

Tempe, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Associate Director of Development, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
The ASU Foundation (ASUF) fosters partnerships between ASU and like-minded individuals, corporations and foundations who believe in ASU's mission and provide resources for ASU to manifest its charter into meaningful impact.
Built on a dynamic combination of disciplines unlike any other design and arts school in the nation, the ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts connects, fuses and merges fields. The Herberger Institute comprises ASU Art Museum, ASU FIDM, The ASU FIDM Museum, The Design School, The GAME School, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, The School of Art and The School of Music, Dance and Theatre.
The principal activity of the Associate Director of Development is to be externally focused, with responsibility for engaging a portfolio of individuals, corporations, and foundations that have a potential affinity with ASU and the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts (internally referred to as HIDA). The Associate Director's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and contact metrics consistent with the programs and prospects assigned.
** In addition to your resume, we ask that you include a cover letter with your application.**
What you'll do:
  • Develops and executes strategic fundraising and engagement efforts on behalf of Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School and the Media and Immersive Experience (MIX) Center by designing, implementing, evaluating, and refining development activities to drive donor retention, reactivation, acquisition, and pipeline growth
  • In support of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, actively engages donors, alumni, faculty, staff, and students to proactively build and manage a personal major gift/prospect portfolio with a focus on securing gifts at or above the $50,000 level in accordance with performance metrics
  • Collaborates with development team, unit leaders and academic leaders to assist and direct the implementation and coordination of special fundraising and engagement opportunities by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting annual, major, and planned gifts in cooperation with the objectives and strategies of ASUF and the University Development Office
  • Guided by the direction and scope of a prospect's interest, collaborates with various faculty, institute/center directors, and unit-based and foundation-based fundraisers to leverage the maximum philanthropic potential of a prospect
  • Develops and submits written proposals, budgets, and other collateral materials as needed for securing significant philanthropic investments
  • In support of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, collaborates with and coordinates the efforts of various ASU offices and functions to advance prospect and donor strategies (i.e., alumni engagement, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, development, donor relations, estate and gift planning, financial services, research and prospect management)
  • Proactively manages a personal major gift/prospect portfolio, develops and executes strategic prospect strategies leading to solicitation and investment based on the opportunities of each special assignment
  • Staffs HIDA Leadership at ASUF and ASU events, concerts, and programs and engages with donors and prospects
  • Uses the ASUF prospect management and tracking system (i.e., Salesforce) to record and coordinate contacts, strategies and proposals
  • Assumes responsibility for core fundraising success metrics including face-to-face visits with prospects, identification and qualification of new prospects, growth in cumulative giving from the prospect portfolio, major gift proposals submitted, dollars raised
  • Ensures proper stewardship and recognition of donors in portfolio
  • Participates collaboratively as a member of the ASUF development team and serve as a resource to development colleagues regarding fundraising opportunities
  • Develops and sustains strong working relationships with deans, chairs, directors, and faculty members of HIDA
  • Identifies projects and initiatives and develops and implements strategic fundraising efforts and campaigns in close collaboration with HIDA Leadership, Faculty, and stakeholders
  • Serve as mentor, teacher and role-model to HIDA team members, student employees and junior team members, even in the absence of a direct-reporting relationship

What you'll need:
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with academic leadership, faculty, prospects, donors, and/or volunteers in a wide range of roles
  • Ability to conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare effective, accurate, and timely reports and other documents to support development objectives
  • Database management skills
  • Ability to lead a team and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
  • Ability to exercise good judgment, to demonstrate an understanding of ethics related to development activities, and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects, volunteers, and others
  • Ability to foster effective working relationships within a team environment
  • Community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community
  • Knowledge of fundraising techniques including proposal development, prospect identification, program planning, fund solicitation, database management, donor tracking, and social networking and marketing tools
  • Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Foundation and University business and confidential prospect information
  • Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds
  • Ability to represent the institution well and possess an advocate's belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working in donor/prospect computer database systems

Relevant qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, or currently enrolled in bachelor's degree program
  • Four (4) to six (6) years of years of successful professional development and/or fundraising experience
  • Demonstrated ability in securing major grants and gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other private funding sources
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and experience in managing events and other complex activities in support of development objectives

Preferred education and experience:
  • Advanced degree
  • Four (4) to six (6) years of years of successful professional development and/or fundraising experience preferably in higher education or the Arts
  • Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding philanthropic investments and strategic partnerships within one or more of the following industries: film, television, streaming, and digital media, entertainment and media technology, mixed reality (XR), immersive media and experiential design
  • Experience working in Salesforce and Workday

Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
  • 22 days of vacation time
  • 11 holidays, including your birthday
  • Parental leave
  • Significant tuition reductions
  • Professional development is highly valued at ASU Foundation, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
  • $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

About ASU Foundation
The ASU Foundation fosters partnerships between ASU and like-minded individuals, corporations and foundations who believe in ASU's mission and provide resources for ASU to manifest its charter into meaningful impact. These partnerships empower ASU to advance student access, serve our community, protect the planet, create equity in higher education and conduct research for the public good.
At the ASU Foundation we value
Character
We prioritize character and integrity in every decision and action, establishing trust as the foundation of all that we do.
Service
We are dedicated to serving our students, donors, communities, and colleagues by fostering support and collaboration to ensure that our efforts are impactful.
Innovation
Innovation drives us to create meaningful opportunities and solutions, helping every member of our global community achieve meaningful outcomes.
The ASU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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