ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

As the first museum to focus exclusively on storytelling through images, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art believes that visual storytelling can connect us and help shape a more just society. With a growing collection that encompasses artworks from across cultures, places, times, and mediums, including paintings, sculptures, murals, photography, comic art, book and magazine illustrations, and the arts of filmmaking, the Lucas Museum will explore narrative art’s potential to prompt questions, invite opinions, inspire community, and move people to think about the impact of images on our world.

Co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson and led by director and CEO Sandra Jackson-Dumont, the Lucas Museum was designed by renowned architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects with Stantec as executive architect and is under construction in Los Angeles’s Exposition Park. An 11-acre campus with extensive new green space designed by Studio-MLA will embrace the museum’s 300,000-square-foot building, which will feature expansive galleries, two state-of-the-art theaters, and dedicated spaces for learning and engagement, dining, retail, and events. www.lucasmuseum.org.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is looking for a Manager, Culture & Engagement to join our People and Culture team. Reporting directly to the Chief People and Culture Officer and partnering with other members of the People & Culture leadership team, this role focuses on developing and implementing initiatives to enhance workplace culture, employee engagement, recognition programs, and wellbeing. The Manager will lead efforts to foster a dynamic and inclusive environment, managing office operations across locations, leading career development, and developing training programs focused on professional growth and DEAIB initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report directly to the Chief People and Culture Officer and work in partnership with the People & Culture leadership team to drive culture and engagement initiatives
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance workplace culture, employee engagement, and recognition programs, ensuring alignment with the museum's values and strategic goals
• Facilitate employee engagement and wellbeing programs in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Manage office operations for all Lucas Museum locations, ensuring a cohesive and supportive work environment
• Lead career development and competency management initiatives, supporting staff in achieving their professional goals
• Develop and administer scalable training programs focused on skills-based development, leadership, DEAIB, communication, accountability, and other professional development areas
• Support the development and communication of employee engagement activities, training opportunities, and DEAIB initiatives
• Facilitate and support training and development across various departments, including retail and security, enhancing staff competencies and service excellence
• Participate in various projects within the People and Culture organization as assigned

• Adapting & Responding to change - Adapts to changing circumstances; accepts new ideas and change initiatives; adapts interpersonal style to suit different people or situations; shows respect and sensitivity towards differences; deals with ambiguity, making positive use of the opportunities it presents
• Presenting & Communicating Information - Speaks clearly and fluently; expresses opinions, information and key points of an argument clearly; makes presentations and undertakes public speaking with skill and confidence; responds quickly to the needs of an audience and to their reactions and feedback
• Working with People - Demonstrates an interest in and understanding of others; Adapts to the team and builds team spirit; Recognizes and rewards the contribution of others; Listens, consults others and communicates proactively; Supports and cares for others; Develops and openly communicates self-insight
• Creating & Innovating - Produces new ideas, approaches, or insights; Creates innovative products or designs; Produces a range of solutions to problems; Seeks opportunities for organizational improvement; Devises effective change initiatives 
• Formulating Strategies & Concepts - Works strategically to realize organizational goals; sets and develops strategies; identifies and develops positive and compelling visions of the organization’s future potential; takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organization
• Intellectual Rigor - Is bright and intelligent; deals with ambiguity, concepts and complexity comfortably; described as intellectually sharp, capable, and agile
• Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; gets firsthand information and uses it for improvements; acts with people in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders and gains their trust and respect 
• Interpersonal Savvy- Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably 

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in culture, engagement, or organizational development roles
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful culture and engagement programs
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership experience, with a proven ability to manage projects and small teams
• Creative thinker with a demonstrated ability to innovate in the development of engagement strategies and programs that cater to a diverse workforce

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.

MISSION AND VISION

We are a museum dedicated to the art of storytelling. Through visual storytelling the Lucas Museum expands the role of art and museums for society. The Museum inspires thought provoking ideas and conversations that are relevant within and beyond geographic boundaries. Our work radiates to catalyze more connected and empathetic spaces. The art of storytelling connects us to shape a more just society.

VALUES

Our internal and external practice is shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors.

PEOPLE FIRST

We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what people find meaningful, to works of art and the work of our organization.

INSPIRED

We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act.

COLLABORATIVE

We believe that nimble thinking and working together yields exponential results.

BRAVE

We approach our work and learning with courage, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of adventure.

4 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

ART

Amplify the social impact of Narrative Art through an approach that bridges the academic and the popular.

COMMUNITY

Connect to a broad and diverse public by create an institution rooted in impactful, respectful, sustainable relationships.

INCLUSION

Practice diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and belonging in all operational and programmatic aspects of our work.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Create a healthy and durable institution equipped to fulfill its vision and public mandate.

All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.

Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates’ education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).

Pursuant to the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the museum requires all new hires to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment absent an approved medical and/or religious exemption. Upon hire, all new hires will receive detailed instructions on complying with this policy. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.