Museum Guide

The Chazen Museum of Art makes its home between two lakes on the beautiful campus of the University of Wisconsin -Madison. Within walking distance of the state capitol, it sits squarely in the heart of a vibrant college town. Featuring one of the best views on campus, an art-filled bridge connects the historic Elvehjem building, built in 1970, with the Chazen building, built in 2011. With a permanent collection of more than 25,000 objects, from vessels of ancient Greece to prints by Kara Walker, the Chazen is one of the largest museums in the state of Wisconsin. Two expansive buildings encompass 163,000+ square feet, making it an integral cultural force within the Big Ten. More than 180,000 visitors come through the Chazen's doors each year to enjoy the permanent collection and special exhibitions. Admission is free for all and includes programs for students, families and community members, all provided with the museum's unique brand of Wisconsin hospitality.

The Museum Guide actively supports community and public learning within the Chazen's newly restructured Engagement division. Reporting to the Chief Engagement Officer, and working as part of a cohort of educators that include both professional and student staff, the Museum Guide develops and leads participatory tours of the Chazen's special exhibitions and permanent collection galleries. The Museum Guide is responsible for leading and co-leading a mixture of K-12 fieldtrips, University and community group visits, and drop-in public tours of the museum. Additionally, the Museum Guide will conceptualize, research, and execute new tour and arts activities. The Museum Guide will meaningfully participate in bi-weekly education team meetings and monthly Engagement division meetings. Overall, the Museum Guide will strive to make all visitors and groups feel welcome and supported in their visit to the Chazen.

This is a limited term, part-time position with a maximum duration of up to two years. Expected hours range from 8-15 hours per week. General availability Monday -Friday, 10:00am -5:00pm; occasional weekends and evenings (exact schedule negotiable with candidate).

• 60% - With support from the Chazen's education team, develop, lead, and co-lead participatory group visits for all ages with methods and content that align with varying interests and learning goals. Ensures each group visit adheres to general museum visitor guidelines and educational best practices.

• 20% - Attend and contribute to regular meetings and trainings; proactively respond to scheduling requests from the Educator Coordinator.

• 20% - Research artworks on view as well as best practices for museum education.

Chazen Museum of Art

$20 per hour

• Previous experience leading group activities and public speaking.
• Background or strong interest in art, museums, and education.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional hospitality and service.
• Must be self-directed with the ability to proactively take initiative and anticipate needs.
• Reliable and dependable in communication and fulfilling commitments.
• Experienced in active listening and connecting with audiences of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to problem solve in flexible and creative ways.

HS Diploma preferred

Click 'Apply Now' above to start an application. You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should include at least one paragraph outlining your interest in becoming a museum guide. Additional details on your availability are helpful, but not required.

For questions about this position, please contact Kory Breuer at kory.breuer@wisc.edu. No phone calls please.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here.

To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.