Gallery Attendant 2026

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?

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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

Alison Walcott

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5400 Federal Work Study, Gallery of Contemporary Art

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

2026-08-28

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2026-09-11

JOB PURPOSE:

Ensure safety of works of art in the Hoffman Gallery and provide customer service to gallery visitors.

PREREQUISITES FOR ELIGIBILITY:

• Resume, uploaded

• Cover letter, uploaded

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Opening and closing of the gallery.

• Assist with exhibit installation and deinstallation.

• Working with the exhibiting artists as needed.

• Security of the artwork and gallery space during open hours.

• Providing information to visitors about the exhibition.

• Preparing flyers and other paperwork.

• Cleaning and general maintenance of the gallery.

• Contribute postings to exhibit social media.

Gallery Attendant are NOT permitted to: 

• Leave the gallery unattended.

• Play music in the gallery.

• Talk on a cellphone while visitors are in the gallery.

*Working on a laptop during shifts is permitted.

RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS DIVERSITY:

• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.

SCHEDULE:

Employees will have a consistent scheduled shift from 11am-4pm at least one day a week during the Senior Exhibition that runs from April 2nd through May 9th. The gallery is open Thursday through Sunday.

RATE OF PAY:

$17.00 /hr

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:

Work study is required

Core competencies gained through this role include:

• Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information with others through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods.

• Critical Thinking: Identify and analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and make informed decisions.

• Professionalism: Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

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Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.