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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art · 3 hours ago

Manager, Adult Engagement

Bentonville, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a public non-profit charitable organization that celebrates the American spirit through art and nature. The Manager of Adult Engagement will develop and lead innovative programs to engage adult audiences, focusing on strategic growth and collaboration across departments.

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Responsibilities

Develop and lead engaging programs and experiences for adult audiences, including lectures, social events, partner-driven collaborations, and large-scale signature programs

Establish and implement a long-term vision and growth strategy for adult social engagement across both campuses

Oversee the strategy and growth for volunteer guide-led tours across CBMO

Expand offerings with new and innovative engagements in preparation for the 2026 expansion

Evaluate program impact and success in alignment with institutional goals of Reach, Revenue, and Reputation

Collaborate with the Community Engagement team to cultivate partnerships and strengthen community relationships

Work closely with internal colleagues—across marketing, operations, guest services, and other departments—to promote and execute programs effectively

Work closely with internal and external content experts to integrate themes and expertise into adult engagement—across wellness, nature, music, performing arts, and culinary initiatives

Serve on cross-departmental teams to plan public programs and contribute to institutional initiatives

Collaborate with other entities across Art & Wellness Enterprises, as needed

Manage budgets and monitor program expenditures

Develop timelines, manage logistics, and oversee program coverage schedules

Draft and review marketing copy for assigned programs

Create audience-appropriate written materials independently or in collaboration with colleagues

Coordinate with the Strategic Operations team to align marketing, communications, event production, and business planning

Supervise Museum Educators for Adult Engagement, interns, and volunteers, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to support professional growth and program excellence

Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture within the Public Programs department, serving as a key leader who models cross-functional support and alignment with institutional values

Actively contribute to department-wide planning and decision-making, ensuring Adult engagements are integrated with broader public programming strategies

Support colleagues across Learning & Engagement and other departments by sharing resources, expertise, and staffing support for cross-campus initiatives and events

Qualification

Program developmentPublic engagementTeam managementVisual arts knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeCreative leadershipBilingual (Spanish)Communication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Art Education, Art History, Museum Studies, Studio Art, or related field required

Minimum three years of experience developing and presenting public programs for adult audiences in an art museum or comparable setting

Demonstrated experience managing teams, including direct supervision of staff, interns, or volunteers, with a focus on fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development

Strong knowledge of the visual arts and museum pedagogy; interest in or willingness to learn about nature and architecture programming

Skilled at leading gallery conversations that create meaningful connections between artwork and audience

Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills

Creative, energetic, and team-oriented leadership style with a collaborative mindset

Agility and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong problem-solving skills and calm demeanor under pressure

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn other platforms and technical tools

Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required