Top 33 Art history Jobs in Santa Monica, Ca

Library Assistant III
J. Paul Getty Trust, The —Los Angeles, CA
- $24.90 - $31.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Art History Adjunct Instructor
Glendale Community College —Glendale, CA
- $90.85 - $103.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- University
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Curatorial Assistant
J. Paul Getty Trust, The —Los Angeles, CA
- $28.05 - $35.76 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Education Outreach Coordinator
AUTRY MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,304 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Health savings account
8d
Museum Curator
Pepperdine University —Malibu, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- University
Research Assistant
J. Paul Getty Trust, The —Los Angeles, CA
- $28.34 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Art
California State University, Los Angeles —Los Angeles, CA
- $3,245 - $7,598 a month
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- University
Part Time Faculty - Art and Art History
Loyola Marymount University —Los Angeles, CA
- $2,657 a month
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
PT Art History Instructor
Cerritos College —Norwalk, CA
- $97.54 - $145.02 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Current TB test
Associate Rights Specialist
J. Paul Getty Trust, The —Los Angeles, CA
- $32.28 - $41.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Social Media Manager
Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles —Los Angeles, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Art
California State University —Los Angeles, CA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- University
Part-Time Instructors - Art
Compton Community College District —Compton, CA
- $41.28 - $72.27 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Specialist, 20th & 21st Century Art
Bonhams —Los Angeles, CA
- $80,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
14d
Curatorial Assistant (FIXED TERM)
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $24.44 - $28.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
14d
Security Services Director
J. Paul Getty Trust, The —Los Angeles, CA
- $162,546 - $227,576 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Apartments
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Educator
Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles —Los Angeles, CA
- $23.56 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Research
Programs and Member Experiences Manager
The Academy of Magical Arts —Hollywood, CA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Leadership
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DIGITAL ART & FINE ART INSTRUCTORS
ED ART STUDIO —Los Angeles, CA
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
UCLA DEPARTMENT OF AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES OPEN POSITIONS: PART-TIME LECTURERS (NON-SENATE) 2026-2027
UCLA —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,977 - $87,294 a year
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- University

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Library Assistant III

J. Paul Getty Trust, The -
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$24.90 - $31.13 an hour

Benefits

401(a)
Paid holidays
Health insurance
On-site gym
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Shelving (library and archives technical processing)
Labeling
Mid-level
3 years
Object cataloging for curation
Supervising experience
Shipping & receiving
Art History
Bachelor's degree
Descriptive cataloging
Bachelor's degree in art history
Desktop applications
Data entry
Participating in conferences
Literature search services
Resource Description & Access
Processing materials (library and archives technical processing)
Materials handling
Preservation (collection management)
Training
Communication skills

Full Job Description

One Getty Values: Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job Summary:

The Getty Research Institute seeks a full-time Library Assistant III for a 2-year limited-term position. This position is focused on processing the library of art historian Robert Farris Thompson, one of the foremost scholars of the artistic and linguistic connections and continuities within the African Diaspora and Afro-Atlantic world. The library consists of between 5,000 and 7,000 volumes, covering a wide range of topics supporting Thompson’s interests and research. The Library Assistant will work under limited supervision and in partnership with other catalogers and archivists to sort and catalog the collection according to library standards and best practices. Specializing primarily in monograph cataloging functions, this position will create, maintain, and update bibliographic, holdings, item, and authority records. Copy cataloging work will range from simple to complex and will require bibliographic searching or use of reference sources to complete or verify data. Duties will include other processing tasks such as building archival enclosures, rehousing ephemera, preparing labels, data entry, preparing and receiving shipments from storage, and paging materials from storage.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Applies knowledge of cataloging rules (AACR2R and/or RDA) and MARC records to search for and identify matching records in OCLC.
Applies local guidelines to determine how to treat each item, and subsequently route the item or perform complex copy cataloging.
Applies knowledge of Library of Congress Name Authority File, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and Library of Congress Classification System to perform authority control and shelf-list checks on all items cataloged.
Performs physical processing of materials (e.g., labeling, marking, stamping, and housing).
May help in unpacking, organizing, and distributing materials.
Assists in development and maintenance of job-related data and procedures.
Uses various library software applications to execute moderately complex transactions.
Participates in section meetings and other meetings as appropriate.
Engages in continuing professional development by attending and participating in professional conferences and training opportunities related to position responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in art history or related discipline preferred
Minimum 3 years related experience
Some supervisory and training experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience copy cataloging preferred
Experience using OCLC Connexion and/or ExLibris Alma preferred
Experience performing authority control preferred
Experience with LCCS and/or LCSH preferred
Strong communication, organization, study, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Experience with industry standard software suites as appropriate to assigned duties
Experience handling fragile or brittle materials preferred
Physical activity for extended periods at various times throughout the day, including lifting library materials weighing up to 40 pounds and pushing heavy book carts
Ability to climb industrial ladders required in order to page and shelve from the collections stored on 12-foot high bookshelves
Good manual dexterity required
Ability to work in partnership with others

Benefits and Perks:

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

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art history jobs in santa monica, ca

Library Assistant III

Art History Adjunct Instructor

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DIGITAL ART & FINE ART INSTRUCTORS

UCLA DEPARTMENT OF AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES OPEN POSITIONS: PART-TIME LECTURERS (NON-SENATE) 2026-2027

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