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Human Resources Manager

Overview
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing the museum's human resources function to ensure legally sound and effective personnel management practices. Responsible for the development and implementation of personnel programs to include employee recruitment and staffing, employee relations, benefits and salary administration, and training programs for approximately 100 employees. In addition, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for keeping the museum up-to-date on all employer-employee related laws, and assisting in the development of policies, systems and procedures.

Requirements
A minimum of 5 years' general management and human resources management experience emphasizing labor laws and practices, employee relations, benefits administration, and professional development training. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills, and proven ability to work effectively with the staff and the public. Museum or art-related experience, and BA in liberal arts, communications, business or related field preferred.

Essential Functions

* Provide guidance to management and employees involving employee-relations issues. Provide recommendations to executive management involving employment legal matters and with Deputy Director consult with outside counsel as needed.
* Monitors changes in federal and state labor laws, including but not limited to EEO, COBRA, exempt/non-exempt, OSHA, and immigration, and submits recommendations to executive management regarding compliance as the changes impact personnel.
* Oversees museum health insurance, workers' compensation and disability insurance, recommending and implementing modifications when appropriate. Represents the museum in claims or disputes that may arise. Function as Plan Administrator for MOCA’s 401(k) Plan, including serving as a member of the Retirement Committee, liaising with outside providers, and “point of contact” for the annual audit.
* Manage recruiting and selection process for all staff positions and internships throughout the museum. Practice management strategies that promote collegiality, teamwork and collaborative decision making among staff.
* Supervise the overall maintenance of personnel records, including payroll, health insurance, vacation, holidays and sick leave. Interfaces with Finance staff to ensure accurate recording of all such activities. Keep up-to-date records of all employees’ salary and job performance history.
* Ensures proper orientation, general training and de-briefing procedures for all staff.
* Responsible for the fiscal management of the staff salary and benefit budget.
* Oversees performance management review process that includes thorough and timely introductory and annual staff performance reviews. Ensures that the Employee Handbook is updated as necessary to keep it current from a legal and institutional standpoint.


Application
Send resume with cover letter and salary history/requirements to:



MOCA
Attn: HR Dept (HRM)
250 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012

or E-mail HR[at]moca[dot]org

If sending attachment via e-mail please use pdf format.

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part-time Educator for CAS and For Families

Overview
This part-time position entails working for two distinct programs within MOCA’s Education Department: Contemporary Art Start (CAS), a year-long school program that includes professional development workshops for teachers and multiple visits for their students; and First Sundays are For Families (FF), a monthly drop-in program for families that includes gallery tours and studio projects.

Working under the supervision of the Manager of School and Teacher Programs for CAS, the Educator will be part of a collaborative team that develops inquiry-based student tours for 3rd–12th grade students. The Educator will also lead student tours for the fall and spring touring seasons and assist with mid-year workshops and the 4-day Summer Institute for teachers. As an Educator for FF, the Gallery Educator will conduct brief tours for families with children ages 5 and up, and assist with the art project component of this program from the conception of project ideas, to the completion of projects with the families.

Standard CAS shifts are 3 hours per day, 2–4 days per week for approximately 3½ months in the fall and 3½ months in the spring; approximately 2 weeks in the summer; and occasional additional hours for non-CAS student tours, meetings and special projects scheduled throughout the year. Standard FF shifts are 5–6 hours on the first Sunday of each month, with occasional prep time as assigned.


Requirements

* Previous gallery and hands-on teaching experience with children and possession of a bachelor’s degree in art history, art education, studio art or closely related field required.
* Must have strong knowledge of contemporary art, art education, and excellent teamwork, collaboration, verbal and written communication skills; experience working with children required.
* Fluency in Spanish is desired.


Essential Functions

* Conduct interactive gallery tours involving discussion and hands-on activities for Contemporary Art Start student participants.
* Assist with professional development workshops for teachers enrolled in the Contemporary Art Start program.
* Attend ongoing departmental training sessions and conduct guided exhibition research in preparation for trainings and tours.
* Conduct brief “spotlight” tours for families with children ages 5 and up, assist with setup and cleanup of hands-on project component; develop hands-on project ideas, and assist families in completing these projects.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.


Application
Send resume with cover letter to:

MOCA
Attn: HR Dept (CAS)
250 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012

or E-mail HR[at]moca[dot]org

If sending attachment via e-mail please use pdf format.