Location: New York, NY
Company: Whitney Museum Of American Art
Officer (CHRO), this position will collaborate closely with other members of the OPC team to support the smooth operation of both day-to-day and long term projects and enhance best-practice HR delivery to the Museum. As part of their responsibilities, the Coordinator will: Work closely with the CHRO to track, prioritize and address all incoming issues requiring her or her team’s attention to ensure responsiveness and action Anticipate demands on the CHRO, with consistent communication and collaboration with the OPC team regarding the CHRO’s schedule, agendas, changing priorities and requests Handle high-level calendar upkeep and organization, including scheduling and coordination of internal
and external meetings with consistent attention to prioritization Draft and assist with correspondence and emails Create and manage departmental records and materials, specifically online files Produce agendas, minutes and notes for internal team meetings Coordinate OPC’s page on the internal staff website Manage administrative tasks independently Represent the CHRO and OPC team as required.
Qualifications A Bachelors degree or equivalent related life experience Minimum of 2 years of successful experience supporting executive staff in an administrative capacity; human resources experience preferable; experience in a museum and/or non-profit field a plus; experience in a unionized environment
helpful Highly organized, accurate and detail-oriented, with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of related HR technology, e.
g. HRMS/HRIS, organizational tools such as Asana, and MS Office, particularly proficiency with Word, Excel and Power Point Good judgment, proactive, reliable, and resourceful, with strong interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills Excellent oral and written communications skills with a professional writing style; Spanish language proficiency a plus Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion Certification in HR (e. g. SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) and/ or related coursework is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits Estimated salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 per annum Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections Generous PTO benefits Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike The advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds.
Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role. About the Whitney: The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years.
The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists themselves, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today. EEO Statement: The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Museum does not discriminate because of age, interaction, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), interactionual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.
COVID guidelines: The health and safety of our Museum community is the highest priority. As such, the Whitney Museum is requiring all newly hired staff members to be fully vaccinated and boosted with an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Requests for reasonable accommodations for medical, religious, or other reasons will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Powered by Jazz HR
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