Open Positions

• Manager of Institutional Giving and Grant Writer
• Security Guard

 

Application Instructions

Send resume and cover letter to jobs@hispanicsociety.org. Write the title of the job you are applying to in the subject line of email.

 

About the Hispanic Society Museum & Library

The Hispanic Society Museum & Library was founded in New York City in 1904 by Archer M. Huntington with the purpose of advancing the study and appreciation of the art, literature, and culture of Spain, Portugal, Latin America, and the Philippines. Today, the museum and library collections from antiquity through the early 20th century are widely recognized as the most comprehensive in scope and quality outside of Spain. Museum highlights include numerous masterworks by El Greco, Velázquez, Goya, and Sorolla; sculpture by Pedro de Mena and Luisa Roldán; Latin American paintings by Vázquez, López de Arteaga, Rodríguez Juárez, Arrieta and Campeche; as well as masterpieces in all areas of the decorative arts.

 

EEO Statement

The HSM&L is an equal opportunity employer. The HSM&L does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.

 

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Manager of Institutional Giving and Grant Writer

The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L) seeks a Manager of Institutional Giving and Grant Writer to join the Development team and work on researching and developing engaging grant proposals and sponsorship presentations. The Manager will be responsible for securing funding from all institutional sources including foundations, corporations, and government agencies in the US and abroad. In addition, will ensure the smooth operation of all aspects of HSM&L’s efforts in these areas. This is a full-time position.

The Manager will locate, research prospects, write proposals, maintain data, utilize Raiser’s Edge for data entry and generate reports and queries, as well as create and manage financial reports in Excel. Will work closely with all departments throughout HSM&L including: Curatorial, Education, Library, Conservation, Special Events and Finance. The Manager will assist with light administrative work, including donor relationship maintenance and writing thank you notes.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conduct new prospect research from both government and non-government agencies to cover the needs to HSM&L across the various areas of operation;
• Write and synthesize complex program concepts into compelling proposals and reports;
• Write letters of inquiry, process gifts and send acknowledgement letters;
• Create budgets and financial reports in Excel;
• Communicate and work collaboratively with all departments to prepare timely applications and collateral;
• Oversee grant calendar to ensure public funding compliance, foundation requirements and sponsorship contracts;
• Track prospects and perform light data entry and record keeping;
• Coordinate site visits for foundation, corporate and government leadership and program officers;
• Maintain relationships across multiple internal and external stakeholders;
• Assist with light administrative tasks, such as file and grant calendar maintenance;
• Manage and assign tasks to interns, as needed;
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, writing or a related field;
• 3-5 years’ experience as grant writer;
• Strong writer with the ability to synthesize complex program concepts into compelling proposals and reports;
• Ability to create compelling stories;
• Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process;
• Knowledge of government grants and previous experience writing & managing government applications;
• Detail-oriented, organized, flexible;
• Team player with the ability to multitask;
• Excellent oral, interpersonal and intercultural communication skills;
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

 

Preferred Experience

• Spanish and/or Portuguese proficiency
• Non-profit experience within an arts organization
• Interest in Hispanic arts, literature and culture
• Raiser’s Edge exposure

 

Compensation and Benefits:

• Fixed compensation of $60,000 per annum. This position is exempt from over time.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
• Paid Time Off Benefits
• Commuter benefits – parking and mass transit

 

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Security Guard

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Security Guards have the following responsibilities:  Oversee the safety and security of our visitors and staff, contribute to the overall protection of art as well as prevent any serious art incidents. Security Guards provide security services in the galleries, the staff entrance, and the Museum offices with the aim of creating a positive environment for the general public and museum members. The position is full time, 40 hours per week.

The schedule includes Saturdays and Sundays.  Weekdays to be determined.  Must be available to work some evening events.

 

Responsibilities:

• Enforce the Museum rules of conduct for visitors
• Patrol designated area in the galleries, employee entrance and offices
• Ensure that the public, the Museum Staff and other outside contractors adhere to certain fundamental rules of security to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury
• Monitor and report safety conditions
• Other duties as assigned

 

Required Certifications:

• 8- and 16-hour New York State Certification

 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2+ years in a security field

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• Must be able to stand particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Respond to First Aid and Emergency Situations

 

Other skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong customer service skills

 

Preferred Experience

• Spanish proficiency

 

Compensation & Benefits:

• $18 per hour
• Generous benefit package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections and paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off Benefits.
• Commuter benefits – parking and mass transit.