About

Mission

Mission

Judd Foundation maintains and preserves Donald Judd’s permanently installed living and working spaces, libraries, and archives in New York and Marfa, Texas. The Foundation promotes a wider understanding of Judd’s artistic legacy by providing access to these spaces and resources and by developing scholarly and educational programs.

Judd Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Contact

Contact

New York
101 Spring Street
New York, NY 10012
Telephone: 212 219 2747
Fax: 212 219 3125

Marfa
Offices:
104 South Highland Avenue
Mail:
PO Box 218
Marfa, TX 79843
Telephone: 432 729 4406
Fax: 432 729 4614

Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Fairfax Dorn, Co-Chair

Ellen Salpeter, Co-Chair

Robert C. Beyer, Treasurer

Carl Ryan, Secretary

Bertha González Nieves

Flavin Judd

Rainer Judd

Staff

Staff

Flavin Judd
Artistic Director

Rainer Judd
President

Allison Ake
Visitor Services and Events Manager, New York

Beaumont Buck
Art Handler, Marfa

Caroline Carlsmith
Institutional Development Manager

Alexis Daran
Controller and Human Resources Director

Jesse Dominguez
Facilities, Marfa

Richard Griggs
Chief Operating Officer

Yasmine Guevara
Office Manager, Marfa

Christopher Longfellow
Director of Operations, New York
Donald Judd Furniture

Jonathon Lujan
Spaces Technician, Marfa

Jeff Matheis
Visitor Services and Programs Manager, Marfa

Susanne Maurer
Archives Associate, Marfa

Ellie Meyer
Catalogue Raisonné Research Manager

Claire Olszewski
Executive Assistant

Hannah Parker
Senior Director Development and Partnerships

Alessandra Pohlmann
Building and Collection Manager, New York

Rico Roman
Facilities, Marfa

Shelby Rogers
Collections Manager

Randy Sanchez
Facilities Manager, Marfa

Diana Simard
Collection Technician, Marfa

Peter Stanley
Director of Operations and Preservation, Marfa

Sofia Velasquez-Soler
Communications Manager

Andrea Walsh
Senior Director Content and Communications

Emeritus Directors

Emeritus Directors

Dudley Del Balso

Louisa S. Sarofim

Guides

Guides

Cody Barber
Lourdes Correa-Carlo
Jessica Kaire
Jana LaBrasca
Jessica Layton
Rebecca Layton
Susa Maurer
Billie Martineau
Natalie Melendez

Charlotte Meyer
David Rosenberg
Matt Scobey
Diana Simard
Kate Sterchi
Calletana Vargas

Opportunities

Opportunities

Archivist
Marfa, Texas

Judd Foundation seeks an Archivist to lead and manage the Judd Foundation Archives as a professional repository dedicated to the life and work of the artist Donald Judd. Located in the Marfa offices of the Foundation the position reports to the Chief Operating Officer. The Archivist will be responsible for all aspects of the Archives, including description, preservation, and access to the Foundation’s archival holdings; records management; collection development; and research. Additionally, the Archivist will manage the Foundation’s Special Collections of photography, audio and video material and drawings and must have proficiency in cataloging and metadata standards associated with these materials. The Archivist will manage and execute these activities in accordance with current national archival standards and practices and will implement policies and procedures in support of the collections.

The Archivist will be able to lead the Archives Department and work collaboratively with Foundation colleagues in the Collections and Operations Departments to maintain the unique holdings of Judd Foundation. The Archivist will support the programs, research, and communications functions of the Foundation.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent accredited degree, with formal training in archival theory and practice.
  • Competitive candidates will have at least 3-5 years relevant work experience, including the supervision of archives staff or interns.
  • Demonstrated job or school experience with preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections.
  • Knowledge of Donald Judd, contemporary art and art history preferred.
  • Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability.
  • Proficient use of FileMaker Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Excel.
  • Flexible and comfortable shifting between priority tasks, as necessary.

Responsibility and Duties

Primary responsibilities:

  • Manage archival material in all formats, including selection, arrangement, description, preservation, access, research, and outreach.
  • Identify priorities for preservation and access to the diverse set of holdings.
  • Manage projects related to the Special Collections of the Judd Foundation Archives including drawing and photography cataloging projects.
  • Implement and maintain a Foundation-wide record retention policy.
  • Oversee internal and external research queries.
  • Supervise Archives staff and interns.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Engage in the expansion of the Archives’ resources through a variety of digital initiatives, such as social media, website content enhancement, research guides, and digitization projects.
  • Support the work of the Foundation in planning new storage and research facilities.
  • Participate in archives and research planning and committee work.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

ADA Specifications

  • Prolonged sitting at a computer station.
  • Ability to climb step stools to retrieve and replace boxes weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds while using appropriate lifting techniques and following all safety rules.

Salary and Hiring

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, in Marfa, Texas with competitive benefits including full individual healthcare. Two-year contract (renewable). Relocation expenses available. The annual salary range for the position is $67,500–$75,000, commensurate with experience.

Procedure for Application

To apply, please send cover letter and resume with 3 references to Judd Foundation Human Resources at hr@juddfoundation.org with “Archivist” as the subject line. No phone calls, please. Due to the number of submissions, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Preparator
Marfa, Texas

Judd Foundation seeks a Preparator located in Marfa, Texas to safely handle, move and store artworks and to assist with the preservation of the permanently installed collection. The Preparator will be responsible for addressing specific care requirements of the permanently installed collection through collaboration with Judd Foundation’s Collections and Facilities staff and consulting conservator. Reporting to the Collections Manager, the Preparator will work to assist in the preparation of outgoing loans, crating and shipping logistics, handling manuals, condition reports and cataloguing projects of uninstalled artworks. The Preparator will work closely with Facilities staff during deinstallation activities related to building restorations and for regularly scheduled maintenance of the installed spaces. The position is based at the Marfa, TX office of the Foundation.

To be successful in this role, the Preparator will be capable of customizing best possible collections care and management practices for the eighteen unique “installed spaces” where collections are located. To achieve this, collaboration with Foundation Collections and Facilities staff is crucial. The Preparator will be able to work independently and initiate recommendations and dialogue with relevant staff to ensure successful project completion. The Preparator will be comfortable with the administrative tasks of documenting works through written and photographic reports.

Responsibilities

  • Deinstalling and re-installing permanently installed collection items as well as uncrating and re-crating artwork in storage, often oversize, requiring coordination and scheduling with Facilities staff.
  • Framing and unframing artwork and archival material.
  • Managing light levels, implementing and maintaining UV shades/blinds to windows.
  • All aspects of Integrated Pest Management; scheduling and supervising mitigation efforts.
  • Managing environmental monitoring program and uploading collected data.
  • Ordering of equipment and archival packing supplies.
  • Conduct routine gallery checks, identifying and communicating preservation needs for the permanently installed collection.
  • Photographing collection items for inventory records.
  • Documenting the condition of collection items in written and photographic reports.
  • Responding to incident reports related to collection items in installed spaces.
  • Working closely with the collections team on preventive conservation, and with the Collections Manager to advise and assist with special projects related to the exhibition, inventory, storage, and preservation of Foundation Collections. Coordinate and physically work with Facilities team to move large artworks and collaborate for installed exhibition spaces projects.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification or knowledge required
  • Minimum of 3 years handling art, working in an art museum, cultural institution, or alternative space
  • Experience working in non-traditional collection spaces, such as historic sites preferred
  • Experience and knowledge of safe art handling practices
  • Knowledge and understanding of conservation best practices and standards for collections care
  • Ability to operate a pallet jack, lever bar, and experience with shop machines, hand and power tools, and rental trucks
  • Ability to work independently in the collection spaces and collaboratively in project-based work
  • Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Experience with Filemaker databases, Microsoft Office Suite, digital photography, and Adobe suite preferred
  • Current driver’s license, ability to operate the organization’s vehicles

Working Conditions

  • This position requires extended periods of standing, walking, and working in awkward positions
  • Ability to work in high temperatures from 80-105 degrees F, and low temperatures from 30-65 degrees F
  • Ability to tolerate insects, pests, and other wildlife
  • Ability to lift 40lbs
  • Ability to carry materials over uneven terrain onsite
  • Ability to carry and climb a ladder
  • Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators, dust masks, gloves, and Tyvek suits as required

Judd Foundation recognizes that not all compelling applicants will have experience in every area listed above. Successful candidates may have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that meet the job requirements. A thorough understanding of art handling practices is required.

This position is full-time, 40-hours per week with competitive benefits including full individual healthcare. The annual salary range for the position is $45,000–$50,000, commensurate with experience.

Judd Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability status, familial status, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Procedure for Application

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Judd Foundation Human Resources at hr@juddfoundation.org with “Preparator” as the subject line. No phone calls, please. Due to the number of submissions, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Internships

Internships

Judd Foundation offers internships throughout the academic year in our Marfa and New York offices. These internships focus on areas of the archives, communications, catalogue raisonné, development, and visitor services; specialty internships are available from time to time based on needs. Please note information to all internship opportunities will be made available in advance of the semester for applications.