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Rutgers University

Museum Operations Manager

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $71K - $109K

💻 Operations

🗓️ July 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is hiring a Museum Operations Manager for The Zimmerli Art Museum. The role requires managing building maintenance, storage, and exhibition galleries while overseeing installations, security, and special events. The manager coordinates facility upgrades, supervises staff, maintains climate control for artwork safety, and handles emergency planning and museum security systems.

Highlights

  • Oversees exhibition and permanent gallery installations, security, and special event setups.
  • Coordinates upgrades to physical plant, security alarm, and camera systems in collaboration with Rutgers IT.
  • Maintains appropriate temperature and humidity levels for artwork preservation and visitor comfort.
  • Facilitates updates to the Emergency Response Plan and serves as primary emergency contact.
  • Manages security services and resolves technical issues related to telephone, internet, fire and security alarms, and exhibition equipment.
  • Supervises multiple staff positions including Coordinator of Building Services and Special Events Manager.
  • Requires bachelor’s degree and minimum two years of experience in a facility setting.
  • Must have understanding of facility management, mechanical systems, construction, contracting, and experience with alarm systems and security protocols.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, The Museum System, E-Museum, climate control monitoring devices, and power tools.
  • Salary range from $71,447 to $109,422 with benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and educational benefits.