City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Mar 30, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field, plus four (4) years of experience related to administrating, coordinating, or managing public art projects. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Art, Arts Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants JOB PREVIEW : The City of Austin Economic Development Department Cultural Arts Division ( CAD ) is seeking two (2) Art In Public Places Coordinator Seniors. All candidates should be proficient with managing multiple priorities and have capacities to build consensus through a creative and mindful approach. Successful candidates will provide program support for the Art in Public Places Program Manager through implementation of planning and overseeing public art projects from start to finish. Other skills needed are being highly organized; driven motivation to independently plan and carry out daily tasks related to the program and project coordination; including observing procurement procedures, contract management, submitting and tracking invoice payments. Ability to work effectively as a group member and to build cooperative effort within a team setting. Coordinates processes for community participation in AIPP planning and implementation. Coordinates with colleagues across all Cultural Arts, Economic Development Divisions and City of Austin as needed and required; coordinates meetings with artists, communities and appointed officials as needed, ensures that meetings are conducted in accordance with all applicable procedures. 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In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range $30.29 - $37.86 Hours Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Core Business Hours) Effective January 1, 2024 , non-executive staff eligible to telework must be in the office for at least 50% of their schedule within a two (2) week period. Job Close Date 04/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Economic Development Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5202 E Ben White Blvd Suite 400, Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience managing public art projects with budgets above $250,000 and managing a portfolio of 7+ projects simultaneously; Experience successfully executing artist recruitment for Calls to Artists resulting in diverse and robust applicant pools; Experience designing community engagement that enriches public art commissioning processes and neighborhood connection with the public art collection; Bilingual in English/Spanish. Ability to travel to more than one work location. 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. Works independently to provide assistance to the manager with program management, public outreach, and artist development. Provides leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of public art projects from inception to completion. Acts as liaison between artists, architects, contractors, developers, City departments, and community groups in the selection of artists and commissioning and execution of public art projects. Recommends, develops, and manages procurement processes of public art in accordance with program ordinance and guidelines. Conducts, as necessary, selection process for artist and artwork by recruiting qualified jurors, scheduling meetings, preparing materials for review, providing orientation for participants, and facilitating selection. Manages projects that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in anticipating and solving problems and taking appropriate actions. Identifies and oversees the maintenance needs of the public art collection to include annual assessment of the collection, contracting for the repair of artworks, and maintaining artwork values for City insurance coverage and claims. Identifies artworks proposed for deaccession and facilitates deaccession procedures according to adopted City policy. Manages artwork donation process and coordinates with donors, user departments, Boards and Commissions, and stakeholder groups, according to adopted City policy. Fields inquiries about the program or particular public art projects, including media requests. Recruits program participants and provides education through programmatic outreach efforts. Represents the program at public events and meetings and makes public presentations as needed. Bears responsibility for all phases of contracts with contractors. Manages project artwork budget, schedules, and payments; and provides updates to managers and internal and external stakeholders. Develops and maintains appropriate program and project documentation, including paper and electronic files, databases, visual archives, publicity materials, and web resources. Provides professional expertise and coaching to committees, colleagues, and artists in areas including public engagement, aesthetics, siting, durability, context, content, architectural integration, and best practices; and evaluates and recommends improvements to program and project management practices and procedures. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, guidance, and training to others. 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 and ordinances. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of construction methods; project accounting; and the principles, methods, and practices of project management. Knowledge of fields of public art, contemporary visual art, creative place-making, construction processes, and urban design, including current trends and best practices. Skill in data analysis, process evaluation, and problem solving, including troubleshooting and developing consensus around complex issues and situations. Skill in advanced oral and written communication. Skill in using computers and software applications, including databases, social media, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools. Skill in prioritizing and organizing multiple tasks, including ability to manage a multi-faceted workload with self-direction under limited supervision Skill in managing a variety of team members, systems, budgets, timelines and schedules to achieve successful project completion Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to train and mentor others. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events. Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public dealings. Ability to build relationships with diverse constituencies. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The Art In Public Places Coordinator Senior minimum qualifications are as follow: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related filed, plus four (4) years of experience related to administrating, coordinating, or managing public art projects; Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years; Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Art, Arts Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Describe your work experience successfully executing artist recruitment for Calls to Artists resulting in diverse and robust applicant pools. (Open Ended Question) * Indicate the highest number of public art projects you have managed at one time: 4 or less 5 7 10 15 More than 15 * Indicate the highest individual public art project budget amount you have managed $10,000 $50,000 $100,000 $250,000 $500,000 Over $500,000 * Describe your bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency level: Speak, read and write both English and Spanish Speak both English and Spanish fluently Speak some Spanish Fluent in Spanish only Fluent in English only Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents