Coordinator, LaCalle Chesapeake Gallery

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Coordinator, LaCalle Chesapeake Gallery Posting Category Full-Time Staff/Management Starting salary range $55,114-$71,649 Faculty Position (if applicable) About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to operate the HCC's Dr. James & Lynne LaCalle Chesapeake Gallery. This is accomplished by installing and de-installing exhibitions, promoting exhibits and events, overseeing the gallery's digital presence, working with and serving as a member of the Gallery and Arts on Campus Committee (GACC) to curate exhibitions and plan events, communicating with artists to execute exhibitions and events, budget oversight, funding support, and performing general administrative duties.

The Coordinator, LaCalle Chesapeake Gallery, is responsible for duties including but not limited to:

• Planning LaCalle Chesapeake Gallery exhibitions and related events in collaboration with the Gallery and Arts on Campus Committee (GACC).
• Managing all aspects of exhibitions, including communicating with artists, scheduling, installations, maintenance, deinstallations, and coordinating the shipping and receiving of artwork as needed.
• Overseeing the promotion and publication of gallery exhibitions, including management of the gallery website and social media presence.
• Engaging in educational and co-curricular planning, including oversight of internships and other experiential learning opportunities.
• Generating documentation of all exhibition artwork and managing the overall operation and maintenance of the gallery space.
• Conducting community outreach to strengthen the gallery's visibility and impact.
• Building, maintaining, and regularly communicating with a network of patrons.
• Enhancing, expanding, and improving the gallery's impact on the College as well as the local and broader regional community.
• Establishing partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance gallery utilization, sponsorships, and continuing education opportunities.
• Planning, coordinating, and promoting events that utilize the gallery space for stakeholders within the College and throughout the county and local region.
• Maintaining an annual calendar of events.
• Attending monthly GACC meetings and providing updates on exhibitions, events, and gallery activities.
• Ordering and maintaining gallery supplies and equipment.
• Managing the organizational budget.
• Maintaining the College's art collection within the gallery's temperature-controlled storage area.
• Working with the Grants Director to identify and pursue grant opportunities and other fundraising initiatives.

This is a full-time, exempt staff position.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Curatorial Studies or a related field

Required Experience

Minimum of two years of gallery experience in exhibition planning and installation

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to install and de-install exhibition materials, including two- and three-dimensional works, multimedia works, and installation pieces
• Knowledgeable of art gallery processes and procedures and how to market exhibitions
• Ability to effectively use web-based tools and social media platforms to promote the gallery and events
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and effectively with those employed by the College, students, volunteers, artists, community members, and organizations
• Ability to work with lighting systems for optimal display of works
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and promote events with a range of stakeholders within and outside of the College
• Ability to promote and plan co-curricular and educational events
• Ability to assist with the ongoing care and maintenance of art collections
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with close attention to details
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365

Preferred Qualifications

• Curatorial experience
• Event planning experience
• Masters of Fine Arts or Curatorial Studies
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or other design programs
• Web design and social media marketing experience
• Grant and fundraising experience

Hours per Week 40 - 100% General Weekly Work Schedule

Varies, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2026-057FSFA Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date Close Date 08/17/2026 Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Curatorial Studies, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

• • How would you describe your experience using websites and social media to promote galleries, events, or programs?

• Minimal experience using websites or social media for promotion

• Some experience managing website and social media content to promote events, programs, or organizations.

• Extensive experience developing and leading digital marketing, social media, and audience engagement strategies.

• • How many years of experience do you have in exhibition curation and installation?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years

• 3-4 years

• 5 or more years

• • Which of the following exhibition installation and de-installation activities have you performed as part of your professional experience? (Select all that apply.)

• Handling, packing/unpacking, and framing artwork for exhibition

• Mounting, hanging, and spacing two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork

• Installing multimedia works, including audio, video, and digital components

• Assessing weight, stability, and anchoring requirements for artwork and exhibition materials

• Operating installation equipment and managing electrical, wiring, and cabling needs

• Monitoring or adjusting lighting and environmental conditions for exhibition spaces

• De-installing exhibitions, including artwork removal, packing, and storage

• I do not have experience installing or de-installing exhibition materials

• • Describe a past experience where you were responsible for planning and executing an art exhibition from start to finish. Please highlight your role and how you managed the logistical aspects of the exhibition, including a description of how you prepared and installed the artwork.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

• Yes

• No

• • Will you now or in the future require employment-based visa sponsorship (including, but not limited to, OPT, H-1B, L-1, EB-2, or EB-3) to work in the United States for Harford Community College?

• No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College

• Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript- Bachelor's

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation
• Portfolio
• Transcript- Doctorate
• Transcript- Master's
• Certificate/Licensure