
Thank you for your interest in employment at the Skirball. See below for a list of current job opportunities.
Current Job Opportunities
Accounting Director
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an experienced and inspiring full-time Accounting Director to lead a small team at one of Los Angeles’ leading cultural institutions. The role is responsible for month-end close, cash management, accounts payable, general ledger, bi-weekly payroll and annual audit and tax preparation activities.
Other aspects of the role are to maintain financial controls designed to mitigate risk, account reconciliations, budget vs. actuals analysis, and ensure a reliable record keeping system. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, organized, dependable, and have a passion for working in a team-oriented environment.
Starting Pay: $135,000 per year
Responsibilities
- Lead/assist month-end and year-end close tasks according to established deadlines and ensure internal control processes are operating effectively.
- Ensure timely preparation of financial statements.
- Lead or delegate regular account reconciliations and reviews of cash, investment accounts, fixed assets, accruals, etc.
- Maintain accounting policies and procedures, as well as actively review and propose updates.
- Lead and/or assist in researching and analyzing new accounting standards and ensure appropriate planning and implementation of new standards.
- Report spending across our programs, gifts/donations and grant receipts, and capital expenditures, collaborating with departments to deliver needed reporting.
- Actively assist in the planning, organizing, and coordinating the year-end close process with the CFO and external auditors and tax preparers (990, 5500, etc.) and help drive deadlines and calendar.
- Prepare schedules and reconciliations for annual financial statement audit, tax returns, and other financial reporting.
- Assist in preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
- Facilitate process improvements of accounting processes and team workflow.
- Ensure and maintain an organized archiving process for digital and physical documents/files and help ensure compliance with retention policy.
- Actively reprioritize deliverables as competing priorities evolve to ensure balanced workload while meeting deadlines and provides CFO timely updates to changes.
- Guide team to achieve goals by helping to direct, train, and mentor staff. Actively participate in career development of team.
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- 8+ years of experience in accounting in a operational multi-unit organization. Experience in accounting for a nonprofit organization a plus.
- Certified Public Accountant License (CPA) preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or Economics.
- Proven experience in staff management, including demonstrated ability to form, lead, and develop team members.
- Demonstrated self-drive and agility, including ability to effectively manage multiple projects, dynamically shift prioritization, operate with both attention-to-detail and big picture focus, and work effectively against multiple competing deadlines and priorities.
- Working knowledge and application of GAAP.
- Ability to identify, promote, and implement change and efficiencies.
- Excellent listening, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Effective oral and written communication, including the ability to translate financial data into meaningful information.
- Proven skills in accounting/financial systems and processes, as well as strong Excel skills.
- Motivated by collaboration and commitment to provide high quality, timely customer service to internal and external customers.
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Accounting Director
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440-4595
hr@skirball.org
Advancement Communication Manager/Grant Writer
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an Advancement Communications Manager for its Advancement department. This full-time position reports to the Vice President Advancement. The Advancement Communications Manager is a vital member of the Advancement team, responsible for compelling writing and communications pieces that are responsive to Skirball priorities and funding requirements. The Advancement Communications Manager will contribute to the Skirball’s robust fundraising efforts with philanthropists, foundations, corporations, and government entities, inspiring their impassioned support for the Skirball’s mission, social justice, the arts, and education.
Starting Pay: $70,000 per year
Writing/Communications Responsibilities
- Develop grant proposals, reports, budgets, and necessary supporting materials
- Gather and analyze data and information to support grant and report preparation
- Write major donor acknowledgments and correspondence
- Develop and design exhibition/program prospectuses and other Advancement communications pieces
- In collaboration with colleagues in other departments, clarify priorities, goals, and objectives for impactful proposals
- In collaboration with the Membership Manager, assist with writing membership promotions and materials
Advancement Responsibilities
- Assist Vice President Advancement in maintaining excellent communications, relationships, and networks with donors and funder contacts
- Maintain the grants calendar to monitor application processes, deadlines, reports, and grant compliance
- Research available grants from diverse sources of funding
- Initiate and develop relationships with potential new funding sources and attend meetings when appropriate
- Maintain records in donor database, completing prospect plans and recording proposals and acknowledgments
- Attend grant writing, fundraising, and donor database webinars/workshops
- Participate in major donor cultivation events and Skirball-wide programs
- Work evenings and weekends on occasion and as requested to represent the Skirball at community events
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- Three years successful nonprofit grant writing experience
- Undergraduate degree in English, communications, fundraising, or similar field and/or equivalent experience
- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated ability to utilize Office 365 applications and Altru, or equivalent donor database software
- Skilled in graphic design and demonstrated ability using different design software; Adobe InDesign proficiency a plus
- Demonstrated commitment to the Skirball’s mission to welcome the stranger and help build a more just society
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Advancement Communications Manager
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440‐4595
hr@skirball.org
Associate Educator, Teacher Programs – Education Department
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an enthusiastic and qualified Associate Educator, Teacher Programs to join the Education Department. Reporting to the Associate Director of Education, this position is responsible for teacher professional development workshops for pre-K through grade 12 educators, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. The Associate Educator facilitates these workshops with teaching artists and gallery educators on weekdays and select Saturdays throughout the school year and leads other in-gallery school programs with educators and volunteer docents as assigned.
Starting salary range: $22.00 to $25.00 per hour
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate museum- and arts-based professional development programs for pre-K through grade 12 teachers, including “Skirball at Your School” and Noah’s Ark Group Workshops
- Recruit, hire, and act as the main coordinator for guest teaching artists and Skirball Teacher Advisory Council members; oversee communication and lesson plan development with teaching artists and presenters for teacher programs
- Create and maintain teacher databases; manage teacher program registration; analyze information and provide reports and recommendations to guide program decision-making; make data available as needed to meet departmental and institutional goals
- Integrate and apply feedback from supervisors and program participants to achieve program goals and standards; assess teacher programs for relevance, achievement of learning outcomes, and appeal to teachers; revise programs as needed; research and coordinate credit options for participants
- Create and facilitate trainings for Skirball educators and volunteer docents alongside the Docent Manager
- Co-facilitate experiential, gallery-based school programs for K-12 students several mornings per week with gallery educators and volunteer docents
- Collaborate with school partners, district administrators, and related arts and education organizations to promote and build an audience with and for Skirball school and teacher programs
- Work to build new and deepen existing relationships with guest teaching artists, participating teachers, and sister institutions
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:
- 2-3 years of experience teaching or coaching adults in the field of arts education, performing arts, museum education, or related discipline; experience working with teachers and teaching artists
- Demonstrated ability to create and facilitate arts-based, cross-disciplinary, educational programs for pre-K through grade 12 teachers and students in museum and classroom settings
- Knowledge of Common Core, CA State Standards, and Visual and Performing Arts Standards
- Experience in lesson planning and curriculum development that embrace a holistic approach to learning
- Ability to organize tasks, manage a changing workload, and proactively address the needs of multiple stakeholders
- Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills, warm and welcoming manner, and ability to engage positively with people of different ages and abilities
- Team player with a collaborative workstyle; willingness to embrace change and work effectively with people of various backgrounds and work styles
- Ability to work long hours that require physical agility (kneeling, crouching, lifting, sitting on the floor, etc.) and sustained energy
- Ability to work select Saturdays, evenings, and holidays, as needed
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills. Knowledge of and experience with SurveyMonkey and FileMaker Pro strongly preferred.
- Preferred: experience with SurveyMonkey and FileMaker Pro; knowledge of Jewish history and culture; ability to speak Spanish
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Associate Educator, Teacher Programs
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Deadline: January 31, 2024
Collections Technician, Museum Department
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an enthusiastic team player to serve as Collections Technician, serving full-time for a term of two years, with an option to renew. Reporting directly to and working alongside the Project Registrar, the Collections Technician will be responsible for completing a full inventory of the Museum’s collection of 26,000 objects, to include verifying/updating tombstone and location information, assessing condition, assessing current housing condition, and repacking/re-housing as needed. The Collections Technician will also photograph all objects, order and maintain necessary project supplies, maintain overall cleanliness of Collection Storage, and work with Database Technician to ensure accurate updating of inventory information.
Starting Pay: $24.00 per hour
Responsibilities
- Work alongside Project Registrar to inventory the Museum’s collections
- Verify object tombstone information, physical description, measurements, current location, condition, and keyword tags against inventory lists derived from Argus
- Update object tags with accession number, permanent location, and object tombstone information
- Assess the condition of a collection object’s[BL1] permanent housing and re-pack/re-house objects, as necessary
- Support the Project Registrar in photographing all collections objects as well as assisting in all other inventory duties
- Work with the Database Technician to update physical object descriptions, measurements, current location, and condition
- Assist the Project Registrar with ordering necessary supplies for inventory, digitization, and re-housing
- Maintain the overall cleanliness of Collections Storage during the inventory process
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- Demonstrated skills in collections management and artifact handling
- Experience working in a museum or fine art setting, preferably working with an artifact or archival collection
- Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills
- Experience with Office 365 applications
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, with coursework in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Archaeology, or closely related field; collections object photography and scanning experience; Jewish cultural knowledge
Physical and environmental demands of the job: Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods of time alternating with long periods of desk work at a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Collections Technician
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440-4595
hr@skirball.org
Communications Manager
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a dynamic Communications Manager to join the Communications and Marketing department, which is responsible for cultivating new and existing audiences via marketing and advertising, social media, web content, print and digital communications, graphic design and branding, and media relations.
The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic, comprehensive communications across a wide array of print and digital platforms that effectively raise the profile of the Skirball Cultural Center with key constituents. The position is also responsible for establishing and adhering to the editorial voice of the Skirball.
Starting Pay: $60,000 per year
Responsibilities
- Understand and communicate institutional mission, values, and content to both general and specific markets to drive attendance, stimulate revenue, and diversify audiences and customer/client base. Ensure that messages are clear, compelling, consistent, and effective.
- Manage and monitor the development and implementation of the Skirball’s editorial style guide and key messages of the institution across a variety of communications materials in accordance with The Chicago Manual of Style and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary. Collaborates with others to ensure consistency of messaging in translated materials (e.g., English to Spanish).
- Contribute to managing and tracking various projects, taking the lead in copywriting, copyediting, fact checking, proofreading, and participating actively in the development, production, and delivery of promotional and educational materials as part of a collaborative team that includes the marketing and design team. Materials include flyers, postcards, brochures, gallery guides, email newsletters, event calendars, invitations, signage, and content for the Skirball's website, ticketing site, and social media, including blog-style posts.
- With the Vice President, provide editorial support for the Skirball’s institutional print publications, including Oasis magazine and the School Programs Report, working with key stakeholders to develop content and manage production schedules.
- Provide editorial support to various departments across the institution, including Museum, Programs, Education, Visitor Experience, and Hospitality & Private Events.
- Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team to maintain and enhance the Skirball website, by maintaining evergreen content, increasing storytelling opportunities, and creating landing pages for individual exhibitions, programs, and other date-driven activities.
- Serve as the project manager for the Skirball’s bimonthly printed direct mail brochure, Calendar Highlights, gather and edit content, and facilitate printing and mailing.
- Support Communications and Marketing public relations efforts, working with the vice president and freelance publicists as needed to write, edit, and distribute press releases, media advisories, publicity images and fact sheets.
- Develop and maintain communications expertise through participation in workshops, further education, and reading/researching professional literature; attend professional development conferences when possible.
- Cooperate with and/or supervise freelance writers, content creators, and publicists, especially in regard to maintaining consistent messages about the Skirball and its initiatives.
- Upholds and adheres to copyright and intellectual property laws for all parties, including the Skirball, various partner organizations, and individual artists and photographers.
- Formulate and/or help to monitor editorial, design, production, printing, and mailing schedules for all materials. Ensure all related expenditures comply with the approved budget.
Performs related duties as required, including assuming full or partial responsibility for major projects and initiatives designed to support the Skirball’s mission.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 5–7 years of experience in the field of communications, marketing, or journalism, preferably in a museum, cultural organization, performing arts, educational, or other nonprofit setting.
- A keen appreciation and understanding of the Skirball Cultural Center mission and philosophy.
- Exceptional skills and track record in written communications, including strong copywriting, copyediting, stylistic technical editing, fact-checking, and proofreading, preferably in an arts communications and marketing setting.
- Strong familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style standards, and superior ability to manage Skirball house style for print, electronic, web, social media, and ticketing site communications. Superb attention to tone and treatment of text, including grammar, spelling, typographic treatment, and punctuation. Firm command of standard typesetters’ notations.
- Proven success in managing a fast-changing and varied workload and completing both simple and high-profile projects on time and within budget. Ability to prioritize projects and problem-solve independently and with sound judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive relationships, both within and beyond the institution, with people of diverse cultures, ages, and economic backgrounds. Ability to thrive and a passion for working in a close-knit team environment.
- Positive, energetic, cooperative, can-do attitude. Self-starter approach to planning, organizing, and completing projects, as well as streamlining and improving processes and procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database software such as FileMaker Pro. Experience using Drupal or other content management systems, Photoshop, InDesign, and/or MailChimp (or other e-blast software) a plus.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Ability and willingness to perform all duties in accordance with the Skirball’s mission and vision.
Please send resume, cover letter, and writing samples, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources Department
Re: Communications Manager
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Counter Attendant, Judy’s Counter
The Skirball seeks a Counter Attendant for Judy’s Counter to serve food and beverages to customers in a gracious and efficient manner. For this full-time non-exempt position, the Counter Attendant serves on the Café team within the Hospitality and Private Events Department and reports to the Onsite Dining Senior Manager.
Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour
Responsibilities
- Support Judy’s Counter which provides simply prepared menu items at the Skirball.
- Welcome guests
- Answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request
- Describe daily special dishes; promote purchase of additional food and beverage items
- Explain how menu items are prepared by describing ingredients and cooking methods
- Operate the cash register and make change for customers
- Serve food or beverages to customers
- Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and act to correct any issues
- Clear and clean tables or counters after customers have finished dining
- Stock service areas with supplies such as napkins, salt, pepper, napkin containers
- Monitor the dining room and ensure that cleanliness is maintained
- Assist with occasional large lunch orders for event clients.
- Attend and participate in restaurant staff meetings
- Adhere to the Skirball’s general safety policies due to working with the public and in different environments
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- Be of legal age to serve alcohol in California
- Must have a current California Food Handler’s Certificate
- Must be well-groomed, with hair cut or secured above the collar, clean clothes, etc.
- Prior experience working as a waiter or in a delicatessen
- Ability to provide personable and professional customer service; to pay close attention to the needs of attendees, looking for ways to be of service; to work on a team and interact respectfully with colleagues; to accomplish routine housekeeping, cleaning, and scullery tasks; to speak, read, and write in English
- Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles
- Willing to assist where needed, accept and support change, and adapt to different work styles when interacting with team members and customers
- Have an active interest in and understanding of the Skirball Cultural Center’s mission
- Availability to work from 10am to 4:45pm, Tuesday through Sunday, with occasional evening hours.
Physical and environmental demands of the job: Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and carrying food trays and other items during most of a shift. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Counter Attendant
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440-4595
hr@skirball.org
Line Cook, Hospitality and Private Events
The Hospitality and Private Events department of the Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable Line Cook. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Line Cook is responsible for performing a wide variety of moderately difficult food preparation in a high-volume institutional kitchen.
Starting salary: $19 per hour
Responsibilities
- Prepares or directs preparation of regular hot, cold, and special diet foods according to prescribed menus, plans, and recipes
- Follows established schedule in cooking, baking, sanitation, and related activities
- Determines proper cooking time and temperature
- Operates broiler, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment
- Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in a safe and operable condition
- Keeps track of invoices and gives them to supervisor
- Performs custodial duties such as mopping floors, washing walls, and cleaning refrigerators
- Understands and abides by the standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
Qualifications
- Working knowledge of methods, materials, and practices of volume food preparation
- Working knowledge of sanitary methods used in food preparation and kitchen maintenance
- Physical ability to lift and carry heavy bowls
- Physical ability to stand and walk most of the working day
- Ability to read an event order and pay attention to detail
- Ability to interact in a friendly, professional manner with other team members
Please send resumé, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Line Cook, Hospitality and Private Events
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture Arts Internship: Public Programs Intern
Through funding provided by the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture Arts Internship Program, the Public Programs department of the Skirball Cultural Center offers one paid 400-hour internship for a qualified undergraduate student. Individuals looking to gain experience in event planning and an array of public programming opportunities that are being produced in the museum and cultural center fields should apply!
Through funding provided by the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture Arts Internship Program, the Public Programs department of the Skirball Cultural Center offers one paid 400-hour internship for a qualified undergraduate student. Individuals looking to gain experience in event planning and an array of public programming opportunities that are being produced in the museum and cultural center fields should apply.
Through the LADAC Arts Internship program, 200+ undergraduate interns will participate this year and next year at performing, presenting, and literary nonprofit arts organizations and municipal arts agencies throughout LA County. In addition to their 400-hour paid internship, interns will participate in educational and networking events as part of the program, which is funded by the Getty Foundation. The educational events are designed to provide interns with a broader perspective of the vibrant arts and cultural landscape of the County. For additional information on the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, the Arts Internship Program, and for a complete list of all the internships offered this summer, visit the LADAC website at www.lacountyarts.org.
Dates/Hours:
The Public Programs internship will be held as a hybrid remote and in-person position with onsite work expected at the Skirball Cultural Center for all scheduled events. This position will be scheduled at a minimum of 15 hours per week between December 1, 2023 through March 1, 2024 with a stipend of $6,760 ($16.90/hr.) for a 400-hour total commitment per the LADAC internship requirement. Work shifts will be worked out with the applicant to be flexible with fall/spring class schedules.
Responsibilities:
The Public Programs internship provides hands-on experience in live arts programming. The intern will join the Public Programs department to join in the brainstorming, planning, and execution of a variety of events produced for the public. Examples of responsibilities are as follows:
- Work alongside the Skirball’s Head of Public Programs and Production Manager, the intern will assist in producing fall/spring concerts, film screenings, staged readings/theatrical performances, literary events and panel discussions for artists and authors, and other museum events as needed.
- Assist with event guest check-in, box office and attendance reporting, and interacting with the public to provide a positive experience for all.
- Support the Skirball’s Adult Education Program Associate, which includes managing student rosters, coordinating set-up of on-site/virtual classroom needs, and distributing classroom materials.
- Work with artists, vendors, and Skirball staff across multiple departments.
- Participate in weekly department staff meetings.
Eligibility:
As per the eligibility criteria of the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture Arts Internship program, this internship is intended for students who must:
- Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a four-year or community college.
- Students who have graduation dates between May 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023 are eligible to participate.
- Attend a college in Los Angeles County or show proof of Los Angeles County residency if attending an out of state school.
- Must be a first-time participant of this internship program.
- May not hold a previous BA, BS, or higher degree.
Qualifications:
- Candidates should be motivated, organized, and adaptable to working in a fast-paced creative environment.
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, internet research, and accurate typing).
- Availability for event coverage throughout the fall/spring as needed. Weekday work hours will be adjusted accordingly for time spent working programs.
- Preferred: A passion for the arts and previous event production experience
Please send a resume and cover letter by email, using the contact information below.
Your cover letter should explain your interest in this internship, your academic and/or job experiences that are most relevant to this position, as well as how this internship might impact your academic and career goals. Please include your school, year, major, and availability from December 1, 2023 to March 1, 2024. Finalists will be asked to provide references.
Application Deadline: Friday, December 1, 2023
Human Resources
Re: LADAC Public Programs Intern
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
On-Call Banquet Waiter (Tuesday–Sunday)
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a warm, friendly, and flexible self-starter with excellent communication skills for the position of On-Call Banquet Waiter. This person is responsible for serving food and beverages to event attendees in a gracious and efficient manner, ensuring a positive dining experience. They will also greet and provide guidance to guests to help them get to their intended event.
This is a variable-hour position that can resemble full-time work during our busy seasons. The schedule for this position depends on when events are scheduled. This position reports to the Catering Managers.
Starting salary: $20 per hour
Responsibilities
- Welcomes guests and helps direct them to their tables
- Explains how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods
- Records or memorizes guest entrée choice(s) and transmits information to kitchen team
- Serves food or beverages to patrons as required, including table-side wine service
- Checks with attendees to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and acts to correct any issues
- Removes dishes and glasses from tables or counters and takes them to scullery for cleaning
- Clears and cleans tables or counters after patrons have finished dining
- Prepares tables for meals, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware
- Garnishes and decorates dishes in preparation for serving
- Stocks service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens
- Fills salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiment, and napkin containers
- Monitors the dining room and ensures that cleanliness is maintained
- May assist with routine food preparation (e.g., portioning desserts, making coffee, etc.)
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- Prior experience working as a waiter
- Must be of legal age to serve alcohol in California
- Must have a current California Food Handler’s Certificate
- Must be well-groomed, with hair cut or secured above the collar, clean clothes, etc.
- Ability to provide personable and professional customer service
- Ability to pay close attention to the needs of attendees, looking for ways to be of service
- Ability to work on a team and interact respectfully with colleagues
- Ability to accomplish routine housekeeping, cleaning, and scullery tasks
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English
- Physical ability to stand/walk most of the working day
- Physical ability to lift and carry heavy trays and other items up to 40 lbs.
Please send resumé, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: On-Call Banquet Waiter
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440-4595
hr@skirball.org
On-Call Dishwasher, Hospitality and Private Events
The Hospitality and Private Events department of the Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable Dishwasher. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning a wide variety of food preparation and service items in accordance with Health Department sanitation and safety standards. The Dishwasher will also help with routine food preparation.
Starting salary: $19 per hour
Responsibilities
- Washes and dries dishes, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, and related food preparation/serving items and equipment
- Loads and operates the dishwasher per approved guidelines
- Maintains all cleaning/washing equipment at proper temperature and in proper operating order; loads equipment correctly; checks temperature per approved schedule and adjusts as needed; disassembles, inspects, cleans, performs maintenance on, and reassembles equipment properly
- Checks all items for cleanliness and stores clean, dry items and equipment in proper places
- Cleans floor area of any water spillage, detergent, and/or foodstuffs per safety and sanitation guidelines
- Disposes of garbage in proper waste/refuse containers
- Assists with some food preparation, as needed
- Sweeps/mops the kitchen floor; wipes down surfaces to ensure high standards of cleanliness
- Responds to requests for service from other team members in a friendly, responsive manner
Qualifications
- Physical ability to stand/walk most of the working day, perform physical labor, and lift and carry heavy pots, trays, and other items
- Ability to read, comprehend, and accurately follow usage instructions for cleaning products and equipment
- Excellent hand-eye coordination to operate equipment
- Routine housekeeping/cleaning skills
- Ability to interact in a friendly, professional manner with other team members
Please send resumé, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: On-Call Dishwasher, Hospitality and Private Events
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
On-Call Porter
The Operations department of the Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable, self-motivated, attentive, detail-oriented individual for the position of Porter. This person is responsible for maintaining public, office, and surrounding facilities in clean and orderly condition to meet health and safety standards. They will also be required to set up and take down furniture and equipment for special events and meetings in accordance with design plans. This is a variable-hour, on-call position. The schedule for this position is based on scheduled programs and private events. This position reports to the Senior Facilities Supervisor.
Starting salary: $19 per hour
Responsibilities:
Maintenance
- Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and vacuums Museum exhibit spaces, hallways, stairs, restrooms, and office spaces; cleans furniture and fixtures; washes walls, windows, doors, and equipment.
- Empties trash and garbage containers.
- Cleans/sweeps parking lots, walkways, and surrounding areas to ensure they are free of debris.
- Operates minor cleaning equipment and uses biologically and environmentally safe cleaning agents in accordance with safety instructions.
Notifies supervisor concerning hazardous conditions in or repairs needed to facilities or equipment.
Events/Meetings
- Sets up tables, chairs, stands, boxes, equipment, etc. in accordance with pre-determined design plans.
- Breaks down event and meeting set-ups and stores furniture and other equipment; ensures furniture and equipment is clean and ready for future use.
- Cleans event areas (e.g., mops, sweeps, vacuums) as needed, to ensure area is clean and ready for the next event or meeting.
- Ensures all trash is disposed of properly.
General
- Assists with loading and unloading of equipment and furniture as needed; transports, stores, and/or delivers items throughout campus as requested.
- Responds positively to requests for assistance from staff and others.
- Performs related duties as required to meet Skirball mission and goals.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated skill in institutional housekeeping
- Knowledge of floor care equipment, waxes, and cleaners
- Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, cleaning chemical instructions, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to spend substantial time walking, standing, and performing the physical labor associated with cleaning facilities. This includes reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and to assist others with heavier items
- Ability to exert self physically to perform all duties of the job
- Ability to perform this job safely, with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, without endangering the health or safety of oneself or others
- Effective oral communication skills; fluency in Spanish, English, or both preferred
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Courteous and friendly interpersonal skills
- Available to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability and willingness to perform all duties in accordance with the Skirball’s mission and vision
- Note: The environment is mostly clean and comfortable but may include some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, and drafts, and some duties outdoors in variable temperatures.
Please send resumé and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources Department
Re: On-Call Porter
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Payroll Specialist, Finance and Human Resources
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a dynamic, self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible team player for the position of Payroll Specialist. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working with the Accounts Payable Accountant to accomplish biweekly payroll responsibilities, this position oversees and directs payroll procedures, including processing new hires, terminations, pay increases, and other payroll-related changes; ensuring accuracy of payroll data as well as reporting tied to payroll operations; collaborating with Finance and HR, managers, and employees to answer payroll questions and provide timely changes and updates; and staying updated on changes to payroll tax law and wage and hour-related payroll laws.
Salary range: $60,000–80,000
Responsibilities:
- Input/update employee payroll data relative to new employment, terminations, status changes, and benefits into the Human Resources Information System in a timely/accurate manner (e.g., tax withholding, garnishments, pay changes, direct deposit, benefit deduction changes)
- Manage payroll and timekeeping systems
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies
- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on matters related to payroll including compliance with relevant laws and policies
- Develop trainings and periodic refreshers for employees; work with ADP representatives to organize ADP online trainings for more robust and best practices needs
- Ensure appropriate controls are in place and periodically tested and reevaluated; recommend process improvements and controls
- Work with employees and managers to resolve payroll issues and answer questions related to payroll
- Resolve payroll errors in a timely manner
- Cross-train Finance staff to back up payroll
- Work with the Finance team on account reconciliations related to payroll
- Run payroll reports for the HR and Finance teams; identify key reports in ADP, develop those that lack and are part of best practices; organizing naming conventions; share with and train appropriate members of the team accordingly
- Work with auditors and other vendors on any reporting or data collection related to payroll and other financial reporting
- Prepare financial statements related to payroll data; assist in monthly and year-end financial reporting and analysis
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:
- 3+ years of experience managing payroll
- Personal computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint as well as database programs and/or specific HRIS/payroll experience (ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred)
- Ability to establish and maintain complex and confidential files, records, and official documents
- Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about employee information
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse group of individuals
Physical and environmental demands of the job: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Please send resume, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Payroll Specialist
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
FAX: (310) 440-4595
hr@skirball.org
Preparator, Education Department
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a qualified candidate for the full-time position of Preparator for Noah’s Ark and Family Programs. The Preparator performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the preparation, construction, installation, repair, and care of museum objects and preexisting or new educational or interactive components. This position reports to the Manager of Noah’s Ark and Family Programs and to the Head Preparator.
Starting salary range: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, repair, build, and revitalize new and existing components of Noah’s Ark and the Skirball’s outdoor education areas
- Collaborate with the Manager of Noah’s Ark and Family Programs in the design and construction of new educational components, as well as source appropriate materials and create a workflow with detailed project timelines and estimates
- Safely handle and install/deinstall and maintain art, lighting, gallery components, and related materials for exhibition
Safely handle tools as well as any preexisting exhibition or educational components
- Receive and uncrate shipments of related exhibition materials
- Track expenses and collaborate with the Noah’s Ark and Family Programs Coordinator to maintain a working budget
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes
- Strong working knowledge of and skills in carpentry and construction, including fabrication and production techniques
- Ability to research and troubleshoot the fabrication and repair of unusual handmade objects, puppets, and various moveable and fixed gallery components
- Ability to create freestanding objects and pieces that are structurally safe for children and visitors of all ages and meet applicable code and fire safety regulations
- Ability to work in a variety of locations, both indoors and out
- Ability to research, recommend, and communicate with fabricators, tinkerers, puppet builders, ropes experts, artists and designers of various types to help build a network of working relationships between artisans and the Skirball
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively with people of diverse cultures, ages, and economic backgrounds
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and complete projects in a timely manner
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm and occasionally on weekends, evenings, or holidays, as needed
- Preferred: Knowledge of painting and staining techniques
Please send resume, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources
Re: Preparator, Education Department
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Social Media and Digital Content Manager
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an adept Social Media and Digital Content Manager to join the Communications and Marketing department, which is responsible for cultivating new and existing audiences via marketing and advertising, social media, web content, print and digital communications, graphic design and branding, and media relations.
The Social Media and Digital Content Manager helps to determine and create various communications and campaigns to promote the Skirball Cultural Center, with an emphasis on social media, third party websites, and digital content. The position is also responsible for increasing social media engagements and maintaining customer relations in the digital space to help facilitate the in-person visitor experience.
Starting Pay: $60,000 per year
Responsibilities
- Actively participates in developing, implementing, and refining the Skirball’s social media strategy, working closely with the Vice President, Communications and Marketing.
- Creates, schedules, sources, and posts all social media content on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok in accordance with the department’s strategic goals and best practices for each platform. Creatively communicates and translates institutional mission, values, and content as appropriate to social media. Partners cross-departmentally in order to identify engaging content that represents the institution best.
- Increases engagement diligently and proactively with social media followers, including serving customer service needs across all social media and digital platforms. Measures impact of increased social media engagement on attendance to in-person activities.
- Manages the Skirball’s presence on customer review sites and other third-party platforms, including Google Business, Yelp, and Wikipedia.
- With the Vice President, Communications and Marketing, and other Skirball leadership, develop social media messages in response to emergencies and times of crisis.
- Seamlessly integrates and promotes Audrey’s Museum Store online platform (Shopify) as part of the Skirball’s social media strategy.
- Collaborates with the Visitor Experience team to create and review digital content, including Bloomberg Connects (a museum app), exhibition audio guides, etc.
- Monitors social media metrics and analyzes performance of published content. Experiments with new platforms as opportunities emerge and stays current with social media trends.
- Collaborates with Marketing Manager on paid social media campaigns, including influencer marketing, and creating social media posts for promotional partners.
- Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team to maintain and enhance the Skirball website by maintaining evergreen content, increasing storytelling opportunities, and creating landing pages for individual exhibitions, programs, and other date-driven activities.
- With the Vice President, develops and implements search engine optimization (SEO) strategies across the Skirball website while complying with ADA and WCAG standards.
- Recruits and supervises summer interns to support grassroots outreach efforts and Skirball member and general audience research, among other intern duties.
- Adheres to and helps evolve guidelines for the Skirball’s editorial style, as well as key messages of the institution. Collaborates with others to ensure consistency of messaging in translated materials (e.g., English to Spanish.)
- Upholds and adheres to copyright and intellectual property laws for all parties, including the Skirball, various partner organizations, and individual artists and photographers.
- Assists in photography and videography shoots as needed. Helps to maintain digital asset database.
- Develop and maintain communications expertise through participation in workshops, further education, and reading/researching professional literature; attend professional development conferences when possible.
- Serves as a key brand steward of the Skirball Cultural Center, in keeping with its mission and values.
- Performs related duties as required to meet Skirball mission and goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 5–7 years of experience in the field of communications and marketing, preferably in a museum, cultural organization, performing arts, educational, or other nonprofit setting.
- Dedicated experience in managing social media accounts and growing the social media audience base for a professional organization. Must demonstrate potential for developing and adapting content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and emerging platforms—including written copy, visually-designed assets, photos, and video—that deepens audience engagement while maintaining the brand and voice of the institution.
- Familiarity with online tools and apps to create content—editing video, formatting images, creating messages, and applying typographic fonts--suitable for posting to social media.
- Experience using social media scheduling, monitoring, and engagement tools, e.g., Hootsuite, Later, Buffer, etc.. Ability to analyze and report on social media performance metrics.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, in order to cover Skirball events on social media.
- Familiarity with various communications and marketing concepts and processes, including advertising, media relations, e-mail marketing, and community relations.
- Exceptional skills, track record, and interest in performing editorial functions, including copywriting, copyediting, fact-checking, giving and receiving editorial feedback, and proofreading, preferably in an arts communications and marketing setting. Proficiency in Chicago Manual of Style standards. Writing experience must demonstrate superior ability to adapt the written voice to suit social media platforms and target audiences.
- Excellent Microsoft Office and PC skills required. Knowledge of and experience with content management systems (preferably Drupal), MailChimp, SurveyMonkey, and Adobe Creative Suite also required. Experience shooting and editing video for social media a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a sincere commitment to developing productive relationships, both within and beyond the institution. Ability to thrive in in a busy, multi-sensory, and highly collaborative work environment.
- Positive, energetic, cooperative, can-do attitude. Self-starter approach to completing projects, as well as improving processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of Jewish history and culture and/or ability to speak Spanish are a plus
- A keen appreciation and understanding of the Skirball Cultural Center mission. Ability and willingness to perform all duties in accordance with this mission.
Please send resume and cover letter, preferably by email, to:
Human Resources Department
Re: Social Media and Digital Content Manager
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
hr@skirball.org
Overview
Since opening in 1996, the Skirball Cultural Center has been a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. The Skirball has defined itself by a deep commitment to pluralism, inclusivity, and cross-cultural exchange. We welcome the public to participate in cultural experiences that celebrate discovery and hope, foster human connections across generations and communities, and build a more just society.
The Skirball has experienced significant growth and transformation during the last two decades, including multiple expansions of its campus and programs, broadening its impact and establishing itself as the largest Jewish cultural institution in the nation. This is a pivotal moment for the Skirball, which has new leaders who are charting a path for the future of the organization.
Culture and Compensation
The Skirball Cultural Center is an incredible place to work. We are a dedicated and diverse group of more than two hundred people. Our employees have an average tenure of more than seven years at the Skirball. We are committed to a work environment that is rooted in our mission and our core values. If you would like to join a team where all people are valued, this is the place.
A competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits package, will be offered, commensurate with experience. The Skirball Cultural Center is committed to the safety of its employees, visitors, and vendors.
The Skirball Cultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) dedicated to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and equity. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, criminal history in accordance with the law, or any other legally protected characteristics. Everyone is encouraged to apply for available employment to ensure our staff reflects the diversity of our visitors and surrounding community. We strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities and historically oppressed groups to apply.