Exhibition Visit Coordinator

April 8, 2025

JOB POSTING: Black Gold: Stories Untold Visit Coordinator

FOR-SITE looks for two Black Gold: Stories Untold Exhibition Visit Coordinators.

FOR-SITE’s exhibition Black Gold: Stories Untold will be on view from June 6 to November 2,

2025 at Fort Point National Historic Site. The exhibition will be free for all and open from

Thursday to Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Black Gold: Stories Untold highlights important but little-known figures and narratives from

California’s history from the Gold Rush to the Civil War restoration period (c. 1849–1877)

through the lenses of seventeen local, national, and international contemporary artists. Their works explore the presence and legacy of slavery and the struggle for legal rights within this “free” state of California, the successes of Black entrepreneurs, and the experiences of African

American Army regiments known as the Buffalo Soldiers. More broadly, the exhibition

illuminates the role that Black communities played in the cultural, social, and political environs

of the time and invites reflection on their past, present, and future in an emblematic San

Francisco site.

For this exhibition, contemporary artists were asked to reflect on historic events. Through the

different forms of interpretation tools and educational programs, we invite visitors to build their

own reflections.

Overview of the position

The Black Gold: Stories Untold Exhibition Visit Coordinator represents FOR-SITE at Fort

Point for the duration of the show. This role is instrumental in building a welcoming visitor experience. The Visit Coordinator oversees the on-site operations during viewing hours and coordinates the team of volunteer docents. This position reports to the Community Engagement and Visitor Experience Lead and FOR-SITE Executive Director. The Visit Coordinator will participate in an extensive training about the presented artworks, Fort Point, the historical period the exhibition refers to, and the presented themes.

The position responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the docent schedule and their placement in the exhibition space
• Liaise with groups upon their arrival on-site and answer any questions from visitors
• Provide ongoing guidance, support, and training to docents
• Communicate information seamlessly to the on-site team, other Exhibition Visit Coordinators, and other FOR-SITE staff as needed
• Contribute to a positive and dynamic team spirit among docents
• Coordinate as needed with the Rangers on duty at Fort Point National Historic Site and the FOR-SITE team
• Turn on and off the exhibition following the procedures defined by FOR-SITE curatorial staff
• Verify that artworks' security, visitors’ safety, and other protocols are correctly enforced during viewing hours and escalate any questions and issues to be addressed by other FOR-SITE staff or Rangers on duty at Fort Point National Historic Site
• Be mindful of visitors with accessibility needs and ensure the quality of the experience of the exhibition
• Escalate any issue related to the artworks, the exhibition signage, the audio-visual equipment
• Fill in the role of docent as needed
• May perform other duties related to the visitor experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience as a volunteer or volunteer coordinator for exhibitions or public events is required, as is experience in public speaking.

Strong knowledge in either one of these fields is preferred: contemporary art, Black American history, or civic liberties.

Poised, courteous, patient, and engaging.

Ability to communicate with and adapt to individuals from all walks of life.

Ability to discuss topics such as military history, racial identity, and slavery in a poised and respectful manner.

Reliable and organized.

FOR-SITE strives to attract a diverse group of candidates for employment. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and are dedicated to fair and inclusive employment practices.

Work Conditions

14 to 21 hours per week, including at least one day per weekend. This is an in-person position.

Hourly rate: $30.

Seasonal part-time employment contract.

The exhibition is at Fort Point in San Francisco, a national historic site. Artwork is presented on the second and third floors, both indoors and outdoors. The position requires standing and walking for extensive periods in Fort Point.

How to Apply

Please send a detailed email about your background and motivation for the position with your resumé attached at blackgoldstoriesuntold@for-site.org.

Add in the subject line: Black Gold Stories Untold Visit Coordinator

Please no phone calls about this position.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We will only get in touch with applicants selected for an interview.