Career Opportunities

As a staff member, volunteer, docent or intern, you can help us share MONA with the rest of the state and beyond. If you are open-minded and forward-thinking, we invite you to join our team and contribute to a culture of creativity!

Director of Learning and Engagement

Job Description or Duties:

The Director of Learning and Engagement provides strategic leadership for all educational, interpretive, and community engagement initiatives at the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA). Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director develops, implements, manages, and evaluates onsite, outreach, and virtual programs that serve diverse audiences and support MONA’s mission, vision, and strategic goals. The position collaborates across departments to ensure exhibitions, tours, public programs, and educational initiatives provide meaningful and accessible experiences for learners of all ages.

The Director oversees interpretive planning, community partnerships, public programming, and hands-on educational initiatives while supervising departmental staff and volunteers, managing departmental budgets, and contributing to fundraising and grant efforts. The Director represents MONA within the community and fosters collaborative relationships with schools, universities, cultural organizations, and other community partners throughout Nebraska.

Additional Info

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Museum Education, Art Education, Art History, Education, or a related field

Minimum three to five years of experience in art education, education, or cultural programming with an art museum, museum, cultural institution, or related industry

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, educators, artists, and community members
Experience coordinating educational programs, tours, or outreach initiatives
Experience developing community outreach partnerships and educational programming in an art museum
Professionalism, maturity, good judgment, and ability to foster and work well in a team environment
High level of integrity and ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion
Ability to work a flexible schedule; willingness to travel periodically, and work occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Museum Science, Art, Education, or a related field

Five years of experience working in a museum, gallery, or nonprofit arts environment

Strong writing and curriculum development experience
Excellent project management skills
An ideal candidate is a collaborative and visionary museum education leader with demonstrated experience developing innovative educational programs, building community partnerships, and creating meaningful, accessible learning experiences that connect diverse audiences with art. They will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to manage staff, budgets, and strategic initiatives while serving as an effective ambassador for the Museum of Nebraska Art and its mission throughout the university and broader community.

HOW TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, please submit all application materials before review date July 1, 2026. For more information and to apply visit UNK Employment Opportunities. For more information about the position contact: mona@unk.edu. For more information about the online application process contact: 308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu.

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Development Manager

Job Description or Duties:

Answering to the Executive Director, this position provides leadership and support for the Museum of Nebraska Art’s fundraising function including considerable involvement with fundraising events (oversite and implementation), donor and membership recognition, and maintaining a donor database. The Development Manager helps the museum secure contributed revenue from Membership and Annual Fund contributions and grants. They are responsible for managing MONA’s efforts to secure funding from annual giving and other special projects.

Additional Info

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Financial Management, Marketing, or related field.

3 years of experience in development, fundraising, customer service, or relationship-building related position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience with a non-profit organization
Strong writing and database experience
Ability to work a flexible schedule; willingness to travel periodically, and work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Excellent project management skills
Entrepreneurial approach to fundraising and grant management, with a keen appreciation for the specific challenges of working with prospects who may lack direct affiliation and/or involvement with the Museum
Professionalism, maturity, good judgment, and ability to foster and work well in a team environment
High level of integrity and ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion
Valid Nebraska Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in related field and five years of experience

Experience with Altru platforms or other fundraising donor database is preferred
Prior work experience with a 501c3 non profit organization based in the arts
Art museum experience or experience in grant writing and fundraising with a cultural institution.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven and highly organized fundraising professional with a passion for the arts and nonprofit mission-based work. This individual is an effective communicator and strategic thinker who excels at building meaningful relationships with donors, community partners, board members, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, creativity, and strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple fundraising priorities while working collaboratively within a team-oriented museum environment. A commitment to advancing public access to the arts and supporting the long-term sustainability of the museum is essential.

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for the position, please submit all application materials to UNK Employment Opportunities on or before July 5, 2026. Questions regarding the position can be directed to mona@unk.edu For more information about the online application process contact: 308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu.

Marketing Coordinator

Job Description or Duties:

The Marketing Coordinator supports the planning, development, and execution of marketing and communications initiatives for the Museum of Nebraska Art. Answering to the Executive Director, this role is responsible for promoting exhibitions, educational programs, special events, membership opportunities, and community engagement efforts through a variety of advertising, digital marketing, and public relations strategies that align with the Mission of the MONA. The Marketing Coordinator collaborates with internal departments, external vendors, media partners, and community organizations to strengthen MONA’s public presence, increase audience engagement, and support institutional goals.

Additional Info

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with three years of related experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with social media management, email marketing, and digital content creation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and marketing platforms such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, WordPress or similar tools
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience in writing, editing, and producing brochures, newsletters, advertisements, and other print and digital materials
Familiarity with website content management systems and analytics tools
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and community partners
Passion for the arts, culture, and public programming
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and marketing platforms such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, WordPress or similar tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in marketing, communications, promotions, graphic design or related field with five years of experience

Experience working in an art museum, museum, arts organization, nonprofit, or cultural institution preferred
Knowledge of current arts marketing best practices articulated by the American Alliance of Museums or other professional organizations
Knowledge of audience engagement strategies and community outreach initiatives
Experience with photography, video editing, or graphic design for promotional purposes
Graphic Design Experience is preferred

The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of marketing, public relations, digital communications, and audience engagement strategies, with an understanding of best practices in arts, nonprofit, or cultural institution marketing. They demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with content management systems, social media platforms, graphic design and marketing software, and the ability to analyze marketing data to support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple projects, build effective relationships with community partners and media contacts, and creatively promote the museum’s mission, programs, and public presence.