Art Omi seeks part-time, seasonal Visitor Services Associates to orient and inform visitors to Art Omi Sculpture & Architecture Park. This position is responsible for cultivating a welcoming and informed environment for visitors of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Visitor Services Associates should be energetic, and have a strong interest in contemporary arts and architecture, and enthusiasm about sharing that knowledge with the public. Visitor Services Associates must be able to multitask and handle a large volume of interaction with the public.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Greeting, engaging, and educating visitors of diverse ages, abilities, and backgrounds about Art Omi’s exhibitions, programs, and history, working from a variety of locations around the Sculpture & Architecture Park.
• Interfacing with the visitor registration system and administering the check-in and parking process.
• Clearly articulating Sculpture & Architecture Park and parking lot guidelines, and enforcing these guidelines in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prevent visitors from touching and climbing artworks, and instructing visitors on how to engage with interactive artworks in an appropriate manner.
• Opening and closing interactive exhibitions.
• Regular walkthroughs of the grounds to monitor the safety of the artworks and visitors.
• Providing event support including: greeting visitors, food and beverage service, parking, event set up and breakdown. (These would be additional hours, usually during evenings and weekends ).
• Light landscaping / maintenance / trash collection in park and around exhibitions.

Qualifications
Qualified candidates will possess:

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for contemporary arts and architecture.
• A willingness to work in an outdoor environment in a variety of weather conditions.
• An outgoing, friendly, and professional demeanor.
• A willingness to educate themselves on all things Art Omi (including events, exhibitions, and history) and -enthusiastically share that knowledge with visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
• Previous experience in customer facing roles is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency and / or ability to learn and use: CRM, Google Docs, Mac OS, and other administrative softwares as needed. (Experience is preferred.)
• A commitment to Art Omi’s mission.

Work Environment
This is an onsite position primarily on weekends. The work will take place indoors and outdoors in the Sculpture & Architecture Park and Benenson Center. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually be in a public environment which is sometimes crowded. The position requires long periods outdoors in the Art Omi Sculpture Park and Parking Areas, on and off regular foot paths. Occasional computer use will be required. The noise level in the work environment is often moderate or noisy. The Benenson Center is an ADA accessible building. Art Omi’s in-person events are currently suspended due to the covid-19 pandemic; once resumed, there are 2 - 4 public events per month.

Equal Opportunity
Art Omi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, Art Omi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Art Omi
Situated on 120 acres in the Hudson Valley, Art Omi presents the works of contemporary artists and architects, and offers a range of large-scale works in nature, plus a 1,500 square foot gallery. The Sculpture & Architecture Park currently offers more than 60 works by artists and architects on view. Additionally, Art Omi has five distinct residency programs (Art Omi: Architecture, Art Omi: Artists; Art Omi: Dance; Art Omi: Music; and Art Omi: Writers), and a thriving education program, serving people of all ages with contemporary art and ideas in a stimulating and dynamic community.

Art Omi is committed to maintaining an equitable, healthy work environment and upholds a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical ability or disability. BIPOC and women-identified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedule & Compensation

• 10 - 15 hours per week; (mostly weekends) April through October (with possibility to expand into year-round position).
• Requires commitment to full April to October season.
• Salary: $15 per hour

To Apply

• Digital applications only, please.
• Submit a cover letter and resume by March 19, 2021 to: employment@artomi.org.
• Subject: Visitor Services Associate

Art Omi seeks a Curator/Program Director for Art Omi: Architecture. This position is responsible for the creation of exciting and innovative exhibition programming in the Sculpture & Architecture Park and indoor exhibition spaces, including the Newmark Gallery and the Kantor Lobby in the Charles Benenson Center, as well as the unique international residency program for architects. The Architecture Curator/Program Director coordinates with the public and residency programming teams, including Sculpture Park Director, Curator/Program Manager, Curatorial Assistant, Education Director, Visitors Services Manager, and Residency Manager.

The Art Omi: Architecture Curator/Program Director will attract and curate project proposals for exhibitions of architects; host the Art Omi: Architecture residency program; engage the Art Omi: Architecture advisory board; maintain the reputation and raise the profile of this unique program.

About Art Omi: Architecture facilitates projects that explore the intersection of architecture, art, and landscape by architects. This unique program offers 60 acres to exhibit physical structures such as pavilions, installations, landscape interventions, and constructed environments designed by architects, as well as indoor gallery exhibitions .The vision for the Art Omi: Architecture exhibitions program is to facilitate an ongoing dialogue on the interconnectivity between nature, culture, art and architecture.

About Art Omi
Since 1992, Art Omi has been building a destination for artists, writers, dancers, musicians and architects from around the world, as well as audiences for the Sculpture & Architecture Park. As a contemporary arts center, the park and gallery exhibit innovative artworks by artists and architects of our time, rotating and refreshing these exhibitions on an ongoing basis. Situated on 120-acres in the Hudson Valley, Art Omi presents large-scale works in nature, as well as indoor exhibitions in a 1,500 square foot gallery. The Sculpture & Architecture Park currently offers more than 60 works by artists and architects on view. Additionally, Art Omi has five distinct residency programs (Art Omi: Architecture, Art Omi: Artists; Art Omi: Dance; Art Omi: Music; and Art Omi: Writers), and a thriving education program, serving people of all ages with contemporary art and ideas in a stimulating and dynamic community.

Art Omi is located fifteen minutes from the thriving art and design community of Hudson, NY, and centrally in a region which includes Bard College, Magazzino Italian Art, MASS MoCA, T-Space, The School at Jack Shainman Gallery, and many other notable cultural and arts institutions.

Art Omi is committed to maintaining an equitable, healthy work environment and upholds a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical ability or disability. Art Omi is committed to the practice of antiracism at all levels of our organization, and we enthusiastically encourage people of color to apply.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Exhibitions

• Annually curate 2-3 outdoor pavilions and/or works of experimental architecture, one indoor exhibition, and 2-4 supporting events.
• Support all areas of exhibition planning in conjunction with the Executive Director and Public Programming team. Conduct ongoing assessment and evaluation of the program with the ED and Public Programming team.
• Build relationships with Architecture organizations, architecture schools, practicing architects, and arts institutions to support and grow the reputation of Art Omi.
• Seek resources and develop sponsors for projects, and assist in providing content for grant writing with development staff.
• Curate events that support the exhibitions in the park, including architecture talks, docent tours, and performances as part of the Public Programming team.
• With the Residency Manager and Project Manager, administer exhibition and residency programs. (The Project Manager oversees installations with contractors and support staff. The Residency Manager oversees daily operations of the residency.)
• Manage and track program and project budgets with Project Manager, Residency Manager and Executive Director.
• Design and conduct exhibition tours for VIP’s.
• Support Art Omi’s commitment to bringing in exhibitions that reflect our values of supporting and welcoming a diversity of artists and architects, culturally, geographically, as well as racial, ethnic, and accessibility in the field.
• With Executive Director and Program Board Chair, steward relationship and reputation building, manage and prepare for 2-3 annual program board meetings.

International Residency

• Identify the jury and, with Residency Manager, manage the resident selection process.
• Secure architecture critic for final event annually.
• Attend the two-week residency on weekends or more often. (In collaboration with the Architecture Curator / Program Director, the Residency Manager supports daily residency operations.)
• With Art Omi leadership, build and steward the relationships and reputation of the program.
• Be aligned with Art Omi in our commitment to bring in an international cohort that reflects our values of supporting cultural, aesthetics, etc diversity in addition to welcoming artists and architects of color.

Qualifications
Qualified candidates will possess:

• Minimum, college level training and/or professional practice in architecture or related fields. Prefer professional degree in architecture, architectural history or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Strong ties to the architectural network (academic and professional).
• Demonstrated interest around issues of sustainable/regenerative landscapes.
• Experience that translates well in the arts and non-profit organizations is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, and a professional, friendly demeanor with an ability to collaborate with exhibiting artists / architects, colleagues, and board members.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Mac OS, and administrative softwares.

Candidates will demonstrate a commitment to Art Omi’s mission, working to advance its position within the field and an ability to advocate effectively for the organization and its goals in professional and social settings.

Equal Opportunity
Art Omi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, Art Omi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Work Environment
This position averages 15-20 hrs per week, but varies seasonally. Many of the position’s duties can be conducted offsite, schedule is flexible, must be able to attend opening receptions and weekends during the residency program onsite.

Compensation
Salary range: $35,000-40,000 annually. Includes some benefits, including partial health insurance premium reimbursement.

To Apply

• Digital applications only, please.
• Submit cover letter and resume by March 31, 2021 to: employment@artomi.org.
• Subject: Curator / Program Director, Art Omi: Architecture.

In response to and planning for organizational growth and expansion, Art Omi seeks an Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance. In this newly created position, this individual has shared responsibility with the Executive Director for Arts and Administration to formulate the vision of the organization, engage with the board of trustees, lead and manage its staff, foster a culture of innovation and inclusion, oversee fundraising and community engagement, oversee risk, and manage all aspects of community and public relations for the organization. This individual will live in commuting distance of Ghent and become part of the community.

The Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance is the chief fundraising, marketing, and communications strategist, working closely with all facets of Art Omi to raise the funding necessary to support the organization’s mission, to develop effective messages and multimedia content, to increase its outreach and impact, raise visibility and awareness, and build on 29 years of success. This co-executive director will put special emphasis on increasing the agency’s funding streams as well as its funding goals.

The Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance is also the chief finance officer for Art Omi. With creativity, flexibility, and responsiveness to the founder, board of trustees, senior management team and staff, this person will manage a business framework for Art Omi that facilitates organizational growth and expansion, elicits the support of outside funders, and maximizes funding opportunities. The Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance has individual responsibility to oversee finance, technology, and human resources day to day, and to deliver the financial and budgetary expertise, administrative leadership, and strategic business analysis necessary to further the mission of a highly complex and entrepreneurial organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• The Organization: The Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance will learn Art Omi’s history, mission, values, legacy, and culture; understand its current organizational structure, finances and fundraising needs, programming, and services; and help chart the organization’s course for the future
  The Executive Director for Institutional Advancement and Finance will form strong working relationships with the founder, board, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Institutional Advancement: Develop and foster synergies and collaborative working relationships with the senior program staff to bring forth their best ideas and efforts. Lead by example and embody the organization’s code of conduct and commitment to diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility.
• Manage, motivate, empower, and evaluate relevant staff and maintain clear lines of authority and responsibility, establishing annual goals and benchmarks, and ensuring a productive, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
• Lead and drive Omi’s fundraising from individual donors and other private sources; develop annual and long-term fundraising plans, lead their implementation, and partner with other staff and board as appropriate to increase this income stream.
• Partner with the Executive Director for Arts and Administration to develop, diversify, increase, and implement public funding goals; investigate international funding, including through corporations and U.S.-based “friends of” organizations.
• Provide oversight of the grants application process.
• Think broadly about mission-aligned commercial opportunities and revenue models; increase earned income from current sources; seek opportunities for new revenue.
• With the Executive Director for Arts and Administration and Communications Director, enhance Omi’s visibility and brand power; raise awareness of the organization and its programs through traditional and digital platforms; develop an understanding of and appreciation for what the community values in Omi’s programming and engagement; ensure that the visitor experience continues to evolve.

Finance and Human Resources:

• In partnership with the board and Executive Director for Arts and Administration, direct long-term strategic planning and coordinate the strategic elements of the budget process; provide timely financial reports and analysis that help to inform programmatic decision-making as well as institutional growth and expansion; monitor and review the budget throughout the year, advising on expenditures and making appropriate corrections; and be the “go-to” person to provide helpful solutions to underlying business, financial, and administrative issues.
• Work with appropriate staff and board to plan expenses and budgets with an eye toward achieving a balanced annual budget and an organization that remains on stable financial footing from an operational perspective.
  Oversee the day-to-day financial function, including accounting, investment management, audit, financial reporting and control, cash flow management, forecasting, short- and long-term financial planning; ensure that reports are accurate and completed in a timely manner, and that procedures are adhered to and costs are controlled.
• Provide oversight of the financial pieces of grants administration; ensure that financial statements and reports are organized and accurate and that Art Omi remains in compliance with all grants/funding requirements.
  Oversee and manage human resources, including general personnel policies and practices; clearly communicate benefits information and organizational policies.

Art Omi is a not-for-profit arts center with a 120-acre sculpture and architecture park and gallery, residency programs for international artists, writers, translators, musicians, architects and dancers. Art Omi believes that exposure to internationally diverse creative voices fosters tolerance and respect, raises awareness, inspires innovation, and ignites change. By forming community with creative expression as its common denominator, Art Omi creates a sanctuary for the artistic community and the public to affirm the transformative quality of art.

Since its founding, Art Omi has been guided by the principle that artistic expression transcends economic, political, and cultural boundaries. To date, Art Omi has hosted more than 2,000 artists from over 100 countries. By inviting a unique and varied mix of artists, writers, musicians and dancers from all over the world to create a diverse, positive working community, Art Omi transforms this guiding vision into an exciting reality.

With an annual budget of $2.4m, a full-time staff of 12, 11 part-time permanent staff, and a seasonal staff of 16 to 20 people, Art Omi is open daily, welcoming the public to its grounds and events free of charge. Located in a scenic location in Columbia County, New York and operating within COVID-19 protocols, Art Omi has served as a refuge and respite to visitors from around New York State during the pandemic.

How to Apply
Nominations and applications can be sent in strictest confidence to G Angela Henry, Search Consultant, Co.ED4ArtOmi@gmail.com.

Art Omi is committed to maintaining an equitable, healthy work environment and upholds a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical ability or disability. Art Omi is committed to the practice of antiracism at all levels of our organization, and we enthusiastically encourage individuals who identify as BIPOC race/ethnicity and/or other underrepresented identities to apply.

Art Omi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, Art Omi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training