Careers at PAFA

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 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. 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