Coordinator, Culture & Arts Education

Requirements

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field plus one (1) year of experience related to the development and implementation of assigned programs. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
• Licenses and Certifications Required:
• May require certification in CPR, First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, or other areas as specified for the assigned class.
• Appropriate certifications as specified for the assignment.
• Texas Class "C" Driver or Commercial Driver license if required for the assignment.
• Knowledge and experience in African and African American art.
• Gallery management experience.
• Experience in leading teams in the exhibition installation and deinstallation process.
• Knowledge of budget management.
• Experience working with artists and artist residency programs.
• Notes to Candidate:
• About Us!
• Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME) is your hub for the City of Austin's diverse cultural initiatives.
• T hrough the preservation and exhibition of African American material culture, history, and aesthetic expression, the Carver Museum works to create a space where the global contributions of all Black people are celebrated. We accomplish this by telling stories about our

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Additional Information

About This Position Job Description: Culture and Arts Education Coordinator Purpose: Under general supervision, this position coordinates, assigns, directs, and performs tasks in the development and implementation of cultural arts programs and activities of assigned areas, including the day-to-day management and care of assigned collections, exhibits, records, material assets, and other City-owned, loaned, or borrowed property. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Leads employees, contractors, or volunteers to accomplish assigned educational programs, activities, and events in the assigned areas of cultural arts. Recruits, supervises, and trains staff and volunteers. Develops and monitors assigned budgets. Conducts and reviews needs assessments and establishes short- and long-range plans for assigned areas. Prepares and reviews reports. Plans, develops, coordinates, evaluates, and improves education programs, activities, and events for assigned areas. Oversees the use, care of, and resource allocations of assigned facilities, collections, grounds, and equipment and recommends facility improvements and asset acquisition and deaccessions. Coordinates assigned City-wide events and ensures timely development, resource allocation, and scheduling of activities and events. Assigns job duties, work schedules, and monitors task completion. Reviews work of others for completeness and quality. Coordinates the design and creation of necessary materials to market and promote programs. Maintains relationships with professional colleagues, organizations, and community groups to ensure quality of cultural education programs. Represents the City and department with the public regarding assigned areas of responsibility. Applies for, obtains, and monitors funds from grants, foundations, and donations. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws. Knowledge of principles, best practices, and methods for development, design, and coordination of cultural programs, activities, and events. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Skill in oral and written communication Skill in conducting presentations on behalf of a public entity. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to train others.

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