Careers at PAFA
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages the recruitment and retention of qualified candidates for all positions. PAFA encourages members of all diverse groups to seek employment with us.
Artwork: Nannette Acker Clark (b. 1948), “Time and Time Again”, 1989, Paint on paper, wood, and wire mounted on board covered in off-white linen, The Harold A. & Ann R. Sorgenti Collection of African-American Contemporary Art, 2004.20.24.
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an environment that welcomes and encourages the recruitment and retention of qualified candidates from all diverse groups. PAFA provides equal opportunity to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.
Because we were the nation’s first art museum and art school, we believe PAFA has a moral obligation to ensure that every member of our community can study and work in an environment where they feel a sense of belonging. We have the additional obligation of ensuring that our community reflects that rich tapestry of beauty and diversity that surrounds our world. We are committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for the entire arts, cultural and educational sector, and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. PAFA is committed to maintaining an inclusive learning environment, and a diverse community of students, faculty and staff.
Application & Interview Process
All applications are stored on file for up to one (1) year. If your application meets the minimum qualifications for the expressed position, the Human Resources Department will forward your resume to the Hiring Manager. In addition, you may be considered for any position for which you are qualified.
Due to the number of resumes received, we cannot answer specific questions about your status. We are unable to provide any additional information regarding job opportunities beyond what is provided in the advertisement. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.
How To Apply
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts accepts digital applications only. We utilize a secure, online talent acquisition software to process applications for all positions at PAFA. Most positions requires some of what is outlined below:
Cover letter: Must include salary requirements
Resume and/or CV
Portfolio or samples of work
Employment references: A minimum of 3 professional references is preferred.
Applicants missing the requested information outlined in the position posting will not be considered. When submitting your application online, please save your documents as Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx) or PDF (.pdf) files. To help us process your applications as efficiently as possible, please save your files with the following filename format:
Cover Letter: LastName-FirstName-CoverLetter
Resume/CV: LastName-FirstName-Resume-CV
Additional Supporting Documents: LastName-FirstName-DocumentName
Benefits
PAFA strives to offer its employees a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Our employees are our most valuable resource. Through our benefits partners, PAFA hopes to provide choices to best the needs of our employees and their families.
Paid Time Off
Qualified Transportation Benefits
Professional/Career Development
Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedules
PAFA Membership Privileges
Education Opportunities
Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Plan
Financial Planning and Resources
Certain terms and limitations apply. PAFA reserves the right to amend or terminate any employee benefit programs or to require or increase employee premium contributions toward any benefits at its sole discretion. This reserved right may be exercised even in the absence of financial necessity.
Artwork: Earl B. Lewis, “Angled Planes”, 1990, watercolor on paper