Crew Chief: Project Manager & Lead Art Handler
UOVO seeks a full-time Crew Chief to support and supervise art handlers in day-to-day activities within our Long Island City Flagship location. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience working in New York City and/or storage/collection management experience and will be comfortable installing, packing and moving a wide range of art objects. The Crew Chief will report to the Operations Manager. Some weekend work may apply.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead, manage and mentor a team of highly skilled art handlers, including freelance or temporary workers in daily activities and art handling procedures and policies
- Plan and oversee multiple onsite installations and de-installations while maintaining strict inventory control and providing client assistance when needed
- Maintain multiple viewing rooms and private workspaces while troubleshooting lighting or other special requirements throughout the facility to ensure maximum turn-over rates and peak efficiency
- Allocate art handling staff to assist on all internal labor needs requested by clients onsite, ensuring safety of property and positive client experience
- Ensure standardized best practices for packing and work in conjunction with other Operations team members to ensure all UOVO handlers are well-trained and mentored in methods and materials
- Focus on providing exceptional client service and satisfaction throughout all evolutions
- Liaise between the Accounts Management team and Operations team, providing timely feedback when required
Assist and collaborate with other technical managers and projects as necessary
Qualifications & Skills:
- Team Player, able to work in a dynamic environment
- Comfortable in a results-driven workplace
- 5-7 years of logistical and art handling experience
- 3-4 years of people management experience
- Experience interacting with art professionals
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Excellent communication and multitasking skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with experience; health benefits included; 401(k), commuter benefits and profit-share eligibility
Send resume and cover letter to: employment@uovo.art citing Crew Chief: LIC in the subject line.
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