For over 180 years, the University of Notre Dame has been a leading American research university, offering a distinct perspective in higher education. This Catholic institution, based in Notre Dame, Indiana, is driven by a powerful blend of faith and intellectual curiosity, consistently pursuing excellence in education, groundbreaking research, and service to society. Notre Dame fosters a welcoming and vibrant campus where students, faculty, and staff are united in their commitment to creating an inclusive community and making a difference in the world. For individuals passionate about innovation, ethical leadership, and leveraging world-class facilities and renowned academic programs, Notre Dame provides a dynamic and impactful career path.

The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art stands as a cornerstone of the University of Notre Dame’s commitment to the arts, serving as a vital gateway between the campus and the global community. To ensure the museum operates with precision and remains a trusted steward of its collections, the University is seeking an Associate Director of Operations and Special Projects.

This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a professional who thrives on operational complexity as this role is the operational backbone of the museum, providing comprehensive leadership across business functions, communications, memberships, and facility management.

Serving as a liaison to the Offices of the President and Provost, the Office of University Relations, and the Office of General Counsel, the Associate Director represents the museum’s interests in sensitive matters and strategic initiatives. This individual acts as a trusted partner to the Museum Director, leading special projects that require a high degree of discretion and complex problem-solving.

Operational leadership extends across three distinct facilities, primarily focused on the Snite facility and the Kenmore Center art storage. The Associate Director manages multi-part transportation systems and ensures the preservation of the collection through expert art handling. Furthermore, this role plays a vital role in upholding the University’s commitment to international and federal standards, overseeing specialized compliance such as NAGPRA and UNESCO.

By managing a dedicated team of staff, student workers, and external vendors, the Associate Director ensures the museum’s daily operations are as inspiring and well-maintained as the collections housed within the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art.

RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application. 

• Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (4 years) in Art History, History, or Museum Practices.
• Experience: 7 or more years
• Skill Qualifications:
  • 7 or more years of experience in supervising museum operations, facilities management, or a related field involving specialized compliance.
  • Technical skills should include proficiency in typing and Word processing, use of Excel and Adobe Acrobat, and general knowledge of database software such as FileMaker Pro and EmbARK, as well as Salesforce-based software.
  • Experience in using University of Notre Dame online software applications, such as BuyND, TravelND, the Financial Toolkit, and Ultratime preferred.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and a good customer service attitude when dealing with museum members and donors.
  • Prior experience in organizing events and successful museum membership programs preferred.

RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application. 

Pay range: Up to $169,000, commensurate with experience

Please submit your application by April 26th.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.