Assistant Curator
Friends of the High LineNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
61200 - 65000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The High Line is a nonprofit organization and a public park on the West Side of Manhattan, dedicated to reimagining public spaces to create connected, healthy neighborhoods and cities through their work with communities on and off the High Line.
Job Description
The Assistant Curator is responsible for a broad range of tasks related to the coordination and development of High Line Art's program, including curatorial work, logistics, and administrative support. They will work closely with the Associate Curator to produce and present High Line performance commissions, and collaborate across teams to ensure that needs around installations and programs are communicated and fulfilled.
Requirements
- Three years' administrative-related work experience
- BA degree in art history or related field or comparable work experience
- Excellent writing & research skills
- Outstanding verbal communication skills
- Interest in modern and contemporary art
- Fluency with Microsoft Office and Google G-Suite
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
- 20 Vacation days, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays
- Discounts Citi Bike Membership
- Discounts with vendors at the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
- Free entrance to the Whitney Museum
- Supplemental short-term disability insurance and paid life insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Contribution in a 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
