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Assistant Director for Learning, Engagement, & Technology

University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, United States,


Assistant Director for Learning, Engagement, & Technology

Apply locations Coral Gables, FL time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R100082577 A member of the Lowe’s leadership team, the Assistant Director for Learning, Engagement, & Technology (ADLET) directs one of the museum’s three principal operational units (Learning, Engagement, & Technology; Collections & Exhibitions; Business & Operations), providing vision, leadership, strategic and tactical oversight, managerial support, supervisory oversight, and collegial guidance for the museum’s department of Learning, Engagement, & Technology (DLET), including direct reports, interns and volunteers. The ADLET reports directly to the Lowe’s Director and works closely with the other departmental units, both at the Lowe and across UM’s three campuses, to further the museum’s mission, advance its vision, and promote its values through programs and experiences designed to support and sustain a diverse range of constituencies on their individual journeys of learning, engagement, and enrichment through art, education, culture, and technology. To that end, the ADLET leads a team of professional educators, interns, and volunteers to create, implement, and assess creative, enriching, and strategic tours, programs, events, and workshops to further the museum’s commitment to targeted outputs and associated outcomes. Supervises Senior Event Planner and Communication Specialist. LEADERSHIP

Serves as an active and engaged member of the Lowe’s leadership team. Supports the work of the Lowe’s Director by actively participating on the museum’s Strategic Planning and Reflection Committee; serving as the Director’s ex-officio deputy on the Lowe Faculty Advisory Committee as required; representing the Director at public events; and engaging with the Lowe Advisory Council as well as other museum supporter/donors/sponsors. Serves as a Lowe ambassador, both on UM’s campuses and throughout the broader community. Creates and sustains consistent excellence and ensures superlative results for all Learning, Engagement, and Technology activities at the museum. Remains abreast of field-wide trends, ensuring the Lowe is not only in alignment with best practices but also seen as a leader in the field. Models exemplary behavior by adhering to all museum and University policies and procedures. Safeguards all University assets, ensuring that the entire unit does the same. ADMINISTRATION

Develops comprehensive learning and engagement goals that align with the Lowe’s mission, vision, and values as well as its strategic and operational plans. Develops realistic, actionable tactics that align with the Lowe’s operational plan and fulfill the DLET’s stated objectives. Actively supervises and supports all direct reports and their associated responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Monitors—and proactively adjusts as required—the DLET’s workflows, timelines, processes, practices, and protocols to ensure maximum efficiency and impact. Monitors and supports the professional growth and development of the DLET’s team members. Monitors and sustains the DLET’s morale, addressing identifiable concerns and/or issues as soon as they arise; this includes involving the Director, Business Operations Manager, and/or UM HR as required. Supervises and manages all learning and engagement programs including, but not limited to, lectures, workshops, events, and tours. Collaborates with the DLET’s team and others (including external consultants) to refine the Lowe’s audience feedback and assessment mechanisms. In collaboration with the Lowe’s Director and Business Operations Manager, develops and monitors the DLET’s budget. Identifies and actively pursues grant-funding opportunities specific to DLET. Supports the Director on special projects as required. ENGAGEMENT & LEARNING

Collaborates with Lowe colleagues, including Curatorial & Exhibition Services, Events, Membership, and Communications, to realize mission-centric, vision-aligned strategic goals and objectives. Ensures that the Lowe maintains productive relationships with Beaux Arts through BA and/or Lowe educational initiatives. Ensures that the Lowe maintains productive relationships with UM faculty and students through relevant tours, programs, and initiatives. Ensures that the Lowe maintains productive relationships with school and community groups through relevant tours, programs, and initiatives. Works closely with DLET team to recruit and train docent volunteers and museum interns. Oversees the research, production, and dissemination of education and engagement materials. Develops, implements, and oversees public programs, public tours, professional development workshops, and/or wellbeing programs. Ensures that audience and assessment data is collected, analyzed, shared, and leveraged to inform and improve operations. TECHNOLOGY

Oversees the public-facing and internal technological systems and digital projects for the Lowe Art Museum. Works with Curatorial & Exhibition Services, Communications, and other staff to ensure that the Lowe’s website and online collections database are consistently updated and functioning optimally. Ensures that all in-gallery engagement tools are impactful, in alignment with the Lowe’s strategic priorities, and compliant with all Lowe/UM policies. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status:

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The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. The University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

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