Employment Opportunities
Positions are listed as openings occur; please check these sites regularly for new postings. The UMFA is committed to providing a working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their highest potential and where they are valued, recognized, and suitably rewarded.
The objectives and goals of the Museum can only be accomplished through the cooperation of a dedicated and talented staff. Employment at the UMFA is facilitated by University of Utah human resources, the Museum does not accept unsolicited resumés.
Current Opportunities
Protection Services
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment. Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.
Store Clerk
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Store seeks a highly motivated, dependable, and creatively minded individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, the Store Clerk’s primary responsibility is to deliver excellent customer service by welcoming patrons to the store, maintaining displays, processing accurate transactions in our point-of-sale system, and sharing basic vital information about the Museum with our guests.
All University Jobs
Check the University of Utah Human Resources website for available full- and part-time positions at the UMFA.
Work-Study Jobs
Visit the U of U Find a Work-Study Job website for potential work-study opportunities at the Museum.
Contact Federal Work-Study Coordinator
Contact the Federal Work-Study coordinator for more information about student employment.
Volunteer
Our cadre of experienced UMFA volunteers—people of various ages with diverse backgrounds—is one of our most valuable resources, assisting with nearly every aspect of Museum operations. Volunteer opportunities evolve with the Museum’s changing needs and include support of our education, family, and public programs. Our dedicated docents and volunteers provide a unique experience for visitors.
To volunteer on an as-needed basis for public programs, please request an application by contacting our volunteer coordinator or calling 801.585.7214.
Already a docent or volunteer? Access Volgistics here.