The University of New Mexico
Student Technical Specialist
Requisition ID
req34234
Working Title
Gallery Manager
Pay
$20.00 Hourly
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Off Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment Type
Student Employment
Student Type
Status
Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
8/25/2025
Position Summary
Organization: Museum of the American Military Family & Learning Center Location:201 Eubank NE Ste3A, Albuquerque, NM 87123 An Off-Campus Work-Study Position -MUST have a Work-Study Award The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily & Learning Center (MAMF) is a small, local, nationally-recognizedaward-winning museum dedicated to preserving American military family history.The Museum offers a variety of in-person and virtual programs nationally andinternationally throughout the year. MAMF is led by an all-volunteer board ofdirectors and provides an excellent opportunity for a work-study student to getpractical hands-on experience in many aspects of museum operations.
MAMF has a diverse collection ofartifacts dating from pre-American Revolutionary War to present. MAMF alsopublishes anthologies, theatrical plays, and scholarly books. MAMF hosts apodcast and produces seven blogs. Currently in transition, the museum hasrelocated some of its collection from long-term storage into a workspace inAlbuquerque and will be setting up a gallery and archives.
MAMF’s Vision: The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily and Learning Center is where people with shared and converging pathscome together as community, inspiring a sense of place and history. As arepository for their stories, we shape the future by preserving our heritage,recording its evolution, and inviting dialogue by sharing our experiences withthe world.
MAMF’s Mission: The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily and Learning Center brings together people with shared experiencesshowcasing and honoring those who also served–America’s Military Families.
MAMF’s Values: The Museum welcomes everyoneregardless of age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race,religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,political belief, or veteran status. We value unity, camaraderie and esprit decorps.
MAMF Gallery Manager Duties &Responsibilities The ideal candidate will:
The Big Picture Have the desire to work independently and as part of team to grow a grassroots museum Seek opportunities to collaborate with other cultural, community, military-connected, and educational organizations to expand and diversify the museum’s audience, extend the museum’s reach, and advance its mission and interests Bring creative energy to MAMF’s projects/initiatives Be able to design/create graphics, take photos, make small cellphone videos, conceptualize and develop exhibit “sets,” and marketing materials for exhibits and programs. Assist the Workspace Manager as needed
Responsibilities: Maintain clear lines of communication with Director Follow MAMF policies and procedures Work is mainly onsite, but can be remote in some instances (Schedule TBD part-time hours–8-16–weekdays and an occasional weekend day.) Interact with visitors and members of the press Work with MAMF volunteers, board members, and interns Create social media posts, innovative pop-up displays, set up exhibits Write articles, press releases, other content for member newsletters, blogs, and website
Shared Tasks: With Executive Director: Develop and implement marketing efforts for gallery programs. Meet regularly for direction and event planning With WorkSpace Manager: Assist as needed with the setup of the archive, library,and administrative spaces. With Volunteers/board members: Perform minor cleaning (e.g., dusting, vacuuming, straightening/dusting artifacts) With Interns: Work cooperatively with interns whoare doing other projects Hours: Up to 16 hours per week Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications: Education:(Enrolled in B.S./B.A/ M.S/M.A. in museum studies, history, arts, marketing,journalism, media, or related field) Professional,innovative, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Excellentdecision-making skills Abilityto work independently, sometimes without clear direction Excellentcommunication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Creative,energetic and outgoing Empathetic,compassionate, and diplomatic Abilityto deal with people with diverse viewpoints Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and other creative programs Workingknowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and WordPress Physicalability to climb stairs, short ladders, bend, reach and lift to 30 pounds BONUS:(but not mandatory) Have a military/military family connection Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site,
pleasevisit UNMJobs
to submit an application. Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.MUST have a Work-Study Award.Background Check Required.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.
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Requisition ID
req34234
Working Title
Gallery Manager
Pay
$20.00 Hourly
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Off Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment Type
Student Employment
Student Type
Status
Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
8/25/2025
Position Summary
Organization: Museum of the American Military Family & Learning Center Location:201 Eubank NE Ste3A, Albuquerque, NM 87123 An Off-Campus Work-Study Position -MUST have a Work-Study Award The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily & Learning Center (MAMF) is a small, local, nationally-recognizedaward-winning museum dedicated to preserving American military family history.The Museum offers a variety of in-person and virtual programs nationally andinternationally throughout the year. MAMF is led by an all-volunteer board ofdirectors and provides an excellent opportunity for a work-study student to getpractical hands-on experience in many aspects of museum operations.
MAMF has a diverse collection ofartifacts dating from pre-American Revolutionary War to present. MAMF alsopublishes anthologies, theatrical plays, and scholarly books. MAMF hosts apodcast and produces seven blogs. Currently in transition, the museum hasrelocated some of its collection from long-term storage into a workspace inAlbuquerque and will be setting up a gallery and archives.
MAMF’s Vision: The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily and Learning Center is where people with shared and converging pathscome together as community, inspiring a sense of place and history. As arepository for their stories, we shape the future by preserving our heritage,recording its evolution, and inviting dialogue by sharing our experiences withthe world.
MAMF’s Mission: The Museum of the American MilitaryFamily and Learning Center brings together people with shared experiencesshowcasing and honoring those who also served–America’s Military Families.
MAMF’s Values: The Museum welcomes everyoneregardless of age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race,religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,political belief, or veteran status. We value unity, camaraderie and esprit decorps.
MAMF Gallery Manager Duties &Responsibilities The ideal candidate will:
The Big Picture Have the desire to work independently and as part of team to grow a grassroots museum Seek opportunities to collaborate with other cultural, community, military-connected, and educational organizations to expand and diversify the museum’s audience, extend the museum’s reach, and advance its mission and interests Bring creative energy to MAMF’s projects/initiatives Be able to design/create graphics, take photos, make small cellphone videos, conceptualize and develop exhibit “sets,” and marketing materials for exhibits and programs. Assist the Workspace Manager as needed
Responsibilities: Maintain clear lines of communication with Director Follow MAMF policies and procedures Work is mainly onsite, but can be remote in some instances (Schedule TBD part-time hours–8-16–weekdays and an occasional weekend day.) Interact with visitors and members of the press Work with MAMF volunteers, board members, and interns Create social media posts, innovative pop-up displays, set up exhibits Write articles, press releases, other content for member newsletters, blogs, and website
Shared Tasks: With Executive Director: Develop and implement marketing efforts for gallery programs. Meet regularly for direction and event planning With WorkSpace Manager: Assist as needed with the setup of the archive, library,and administrative spaces. With Volunteers/board members: Perform minor cleaning (e.g., dusting, vacuuming, straightening/dusting artifacts) With Interns: Work cooperatively with interns whoare doing other projects Hours: Up to 16 hours per week Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications: Education:(Enrolled in B.S./B.A/ M.S/M.A. in museum studies, history, arts, marketing,journalism, media, or related field) Professional,innovative, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Excellentdecision-making skills Abilityto work independently, sometimes without clear direction Excellentcommunication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Creative,energetic and outgoing Empathetic,compassionate, and diplomatic Abilityto deal with people with diverse viewpoints Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and other creative programs Workingknowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and WordPress Physicalability to climb stairs, short ladders, bend, reach and lift to 30 pounds BONUS:(but not mandatory) Have a military/military family connection Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site,
pleasevisit UNMJobs
to submit an application. Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.MUST have a Work-Study Award.Background Check Required.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.
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