Jobs

Plains Art Museum is organized into eight (8) locations and ten (10) departments: accounting, collections, communications/marketing, curatorial/exhibitions, development, education/community programs, events, executive/administration, facilities, and visitor services/The Store. When employment opportunities become available, openings are announced at this site for an application.

How To Apply:

Download the Plains Art Museum job application form, fill in your information and mail to the respective address. It may take a minute to download.

Plains Art Museum
P.O. Box 2338
Fargo, ND 58108

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3402 Interstate Blvd. S
Fargo ND 58103

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2630 S University Dr
Fargo, ND 58103

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901 25th St S
Fargo, ND 58103

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1776 45th St S
Fargo, ND 58103

Equal Opportunity Employment: Plains Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on any grounds protected under federal, state, or local law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital, affectional preference, disability, or status with regard to sources of income.

Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

Plains Art Museum is committed to inclusivity for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Plains Art Museum will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact Tonya Scott, Chief People and Culture Officer, at tscott@plainsart.org.

Open positions at Plains Art Museum

Controller

Plains Art Museum is seeking applicants for Controller. This position is responsible for the effectiveness of all financial activities of the organization, including preparation of financial reports, budgets, summaries, and forecasts for future business growth and general outlook, long- and near-term financial planning, and audit. In addition, the Controller acts as lead accountant, producing accurate accounting entries while also training, advising, and leading a group of accountants engaged in all aspects of accounting for the Museum, its Center for Creativity, and large earned income generated through a variety of functions including significant charitable gaming. The individual is expected to provide leadership, vision and direction for the accounting department that work to support all the Museum departments and divisions.

Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

Plains Art Museum is committed to inclusivity for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Plains Art Museum will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact Tonya Scott, Chief People and Culture Officer, at tscott@plainsart.org.

To apply please submit a cover letter, resume, application and contact information for three references to tscott@plainsart.org.

Plains Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on any grounds protected under federal, state, or local law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital, affectional preference, disability, or status with regard to sources of income.

Please see the full job description.

Curator of Indigenous Programming

Plains Art Museum is seeking applicants for Curator of Indigenous Programming. This position will provide leadership to the Plains Art Museum’s Native American and Indigenous programs, exhibitions, and collections. They will be responsible for the overall development, organization, operation and coordination of the museum’s Native American and Indigenous programs and social engagement strategies. This individual will work closely with the Director/CEO, curatorial team, and Director of Education to develop content, publications, interpretation, and educational materials. The Curator of Indigenous Programming will work collaboratively to steward and provide access to the museum’s collections. This position requires a high level of professionalism, administrative and financial management skills, as well as a commitment to quality programs, excellent service, and the ability to establish relationships with Native and Indigenous nations, organizations, and community members.

Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

Plains Art Museum is committed to inclusivity for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Plains Art Museum will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact Tonya Scott, Chief People and Culture Officer, at tscott@plainsart.org.

Click here to see full the job description.

Visitor Services Associate – Part-time

Plains Art Museum is looking for applicants for the Visitor Services Associate position. This position serves as the initial contact for the public in the galleries and Center for Creativity by providing professional and informed guest reception, gallery security and maintenance. Responsible for assisting in the operations of The Store and in guest services opening/closing responsibilities.  This is a part-time 15-20 per hour a week position, depending on availability. Wage is $18 per hour. Must be available Thursday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays.  Must be 18+ years old.  This is a great position for a student.  Please see attached for full job description.

Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

Plains Art Museum is committed to inclusivity for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Plains Art Museum will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact Tonya Scott, Chief People and Culture Officer, at tscott@plainsart.org.

To apply, please send your resume and application to Plains Art Museum attn: Tonya Scott 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 58102 or tscott@plainsart.org

Click here to see full the job description.

Events Bartender

Plains Art Museum is hiring event bartenders. The bartender performs a variety of duties relating to banquet service, including greeting and serving customers, stocking counters, and maintaining sanitation standards. Responsible customer service is a major component of this position. We serve beer and wine only (no mixology knowledge necessary). This is a super part-time position, great for students or former industry people looking to get back into it.  Must have weekend availability and is primarily needed during peak season (May-October). Please send the application to Serena Bouta sbouta@plainsart.org. Click here to see full the job description.

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Internships

Plains Art Museum offers internships in the Development, Education, and Curatorial departments that allow interns to build an extensive understanding of the operation of a nonprofit art organization.

Defiant Gardens Internship

Currently, there are no Defiant Garden Internships available. Please check back.

The Defiant Gardens Intern will spend a significant amount of time working outside in two public garden spaces. They will also have the opportunity to work with youth and family public programs centered on Plains Art Museum community garden spaces and participate in the Buzz Lab Internship and Buzz Lab Jr. summer camp.

Plains Art Museum’s mission is to foster creative, resilient, and welcoming communities between art, artists, and our local community. The Education Summer Intern will work with Community Programs Coordinator to:

• Maintain multiple garden beds in the Pollinator Garden at Plains Art Museum and Heritage Garden & Amphitheater at Woodlawn Park in Moorhead, MN.
• Maintenance will include weeding, mulching, pruning, transplanting, watering, and fertilizing.
• Create community-driven programming based on research in northern climate gardens, defiant garden projects, gardening in urban spaces, neighborhood demographics and/or pollinator gardens.

The Defiant Gardens Intern requires:

• Some basic understanding of plant care, and additional training will be provided
• Ability to lift 30 pounds moving compost or mulch, assistance can be provided
• Valid driver’s license

Position Dates: approximately 100 hours; May 18th-August 19th (flexible)
Primarily weekdays with some weekends upon request
Hourly Rate: $12-15/hour

Interested candidates should send an application, cover letter and resume to Carol Prafcke, Director of Education, cprafcke@plainsart.org

Buzz Lab Teen Internship

Buzz Lab is a paid internship during the summer 2024 for teens, ages 12-18, interested in art, science, and the environment. Buzz Lab interns engage in learning, teaching, creating, sustaining, and advocating for the livelihood of pollinators in a healthy ecosystem.

Buzz Lab interns will work with scientists, artists, and community members to learn and discuss the importance of pollinators, create works of public art, and participate in gardening and research in the Pollinator Garden at Plains Art Museum and other sites. This year there will be 16 spots available.