Thank you for your interest in working at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Open faculty and staff positions are listed below. Student workstudy positions are posted on mySMFA.

Provost

The Provost will be responsible for articulating the long-term vision and strategic plan to guide the development of the college to be a model and leader for excellence in education and the arts. S/He will lead major institutional reporting and planning, including regional and national accreditation, facilities and technology and play a key role in developing and fostering positive relationships between the college and its various constituencies to include the SMFA Board of Governors, the Board of Trustees of the Museum, corporation staff, students, alumni, the donor community and the general public.

Other essential functions of the Provost include:

* Managing the academic organizational structure of the college and articulating the roles and responsibilities of the major academic leaders and all faculty within that structure.
* Formulating a strategic, long-term enrollment plan and overseeing its implementation, including a comprehensive student success initiative.
* Formulating recommendations for college financial aid policy and overseeing the Office of Financial Aid.
* Determining budget priorities and developing an annual budget for the college in consultation with the President, Senior Finance Officer and Senior Development Officer.
* Developing the resources necessary to realize the aspirations of the college and participating directly in fundraising initiatives.
* Stewarding a culture of diversity at the college to include teaching, learning, service and scholarship as expressions of that commitment.
* As directed by the President, serving as a spokesperson on behalf of the college and the MFA.

Qualifications: Ph.D. or other terminal degree with a record of accomplishment in both education and the arts; experience in operational leadership and management of a complex academic organization; demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, fairness and service; demonstrated leadership fostering excellence in teaching, scholarship and creative work; experience with strategic planning, budgeting, personnel and fundraising; experience developing and overseeing programs that increase student success and overall enrollment; experience in developing partnerships between a college and other institutions.

To apply, please submit letter of interest and CV to Maureen O'Reilly, Senior Manager of Human Resources, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115. Or you may submit your materials via e-mail to moreilly@mfa.org.

The SMFA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Executive Assistant to the President of the SMFA and Deputy Director, MFA

The executive assistant will provide diversified administrative support to the president of the School, while coordinating efforts between the director, deputy directors, president, trustees and overseers, and staff members of the Museum. S/he will initiate and/or take on administrative tasks, projects, studies and surveys, as directed, and will handle sensitive issues and confidential matters in a professional way. Responsibilities will include: maintain daily appointment calendar and schedule all meetings; take minutes for the Board of Governors meetings, and may be required to take minutes for some of the Governors' standing committees or other committees as requested by supervisor; distribute, set-up, attend, and prepare relevant materials for meetings, as required; make necessary arrangements to reserve alternate meeting room and order refreshments; receive and screen visitors to administrative offices; handle routine matters and unexpected visitors, and/or refer to appropriate staff personnel; arrange for travel and accommodations, as required; answer and screen in-coming telephone calls, while handling routine inquiries and/or transferring callers to appropriate staff personnel; place out-going calls for the president, as requested; receive, open and sort daily mail; place mail in priority order for review and attach reference materials, as required; answer, screen and follow-up on routine correspondence and/or direct to appropriate staff personnel; maintain separate folders of material requiring action, approval and/or signature (i.e. expense reports, check requests, cash advances, etc.); establish and maintain accurate filing system of office correspondence, reports and records, and keep in up-to-date condition; maintain separate chronological file of letters and memos generated by the president; compile reports involving research and collection of data and statistics; draft and maintain up-to-date organization chart of management team and reporting departments; prepare and review annual report listing for administrative staff; compose and/or prepare letters and staff memos, and follow-up with copying, printing, and distribution upon proper approval; order and requisition letterhead, envelopes, business cards, outside printing and office supplies, in a timely manner; take dictation and transcribe notes, as required; assist manager of special projects with annual Commencement activities.

Bachelor's degree with 3 plus years of related administrative experience required. Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work, without close supervision, and have ability to assess priorities. Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills and ability to deal with internal and external contacts at all levels with poise and diplomacy. Must be able to work with discretion in dealing with highly confidential and/or sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple administrative projects and initiatives. A thorough knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications is essential.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: resumes@mfa.org. Or you may submit your materials via postal mail to: Human Resources Department, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
The SMFA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Status: Full-time
Hours: 35/week
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm
Date Posted: 8/5/10

Senior Development Officer for Annual Giving and Special Events

The senior development officer for annual giving and special events is responsible for sustaining and increasing annual giving to the SMFA; for sustaining and improving special events that provide financial support for the School; for seeing that annual giving initiatives and special events programs reinforce each other; for building annual philanthropic support for the School with respect to both number of donors and number of substantial gifts; and for helping to identify, and assist on occasion in the cultivation of, individuals who could make major capital contributions to the School.

In this role, she/he oversees the management and planning of the Inside/Out Sale, the Medal Award Dinner, and other events as needed, and the Medici Group, Medici Scholarship, and SMFA Fund annual giving programs; assists in goal setting and budget development for these initiatives; arranges for accurate record keeping and reporting; coordinates with MFA Finance and Development Operations; supervises the special events and annual giving staff; advises and supports the President of the School with regard to annual giving and special events; and works closely with volunteers, to include recruitment, training, and support.

Desired qualifications: Bachelor's degree, five years related experience, strong track record, familiarity with the fine arts and excellent communication and organizational skills.

The School of the Museum of Fine Arts offers its own studio certificate programs and joint degree programs with Tufts and Northeastern Universities. The SMFA is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

Submit statements of interest along with resume to: resumes@mfa.org; or postal mail to: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, Attn: Human Resources.

Status: Full-time
Hours: 35/week
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm; some weekend and evening hours necessary on occasion
Date Posted: 7/9/10

Models 
Will assist instructors through posing for student artists as requested. Requires ability to pose for long, short and gesture poses. Must be able to remain still for 15-20 minutes and must be at least 21 years of age. Scheduled as needed on a temporary basis.

Class: TEMP
Hours: 3–6 hours/day
Schedule: Varied days/hours