Coordinator, Culture & Arts Education (Carver Museum)
Job Description
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
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.
We are committed to fostering a vibrant, creative ecosystem that celebrates and supports Austin's artists, musicians, entertainment venues, and cultural institutions. ACME is a centralized hub offering resources, funding opportunities, and strategic programs that promote local talent and drive economic growth.
Through 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 local community and connecting those histories to larger narratives about Blackness.
The Carver is a safe space for all that is free and open to the public. We push to preserve, exhibit, display, and support Black history, culture, and art every day. The dream for the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center is to ensure that the space continues serving as the heart of Austin’s Black creative community and beyond
About the Position:
The Culture & Arts Education Coordinator is responsible for curating exhibit design and evaluating their visual presentation at the Carver Museum, Genealogy and Cultural Center. The position will work with artists, staff, and volunteers on the installation of exhibits, ensuring they meet the City of Austin's mission, accessibility, and best-practice requirements. This position also oversees the day-to-day care of all exhibitions and includes the upkeep and maintenance of all aspects of exhibits. It will also submit for approval and monitor the budget for exhibits and the care of all gallery spaces.
Pay Range:
$54,340.00- $64,660.00 annually
Location:
The George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center
1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX 78702
Days and Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8 am- 5 pm, with some nights and weekends. (Hours may vary based on business needs.)
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.
Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used.
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A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Assessment:
An assessment may be used to evaluate your skills and competencies for this job.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (including high school graduation or a GED, and undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited institution or organization, as well as proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214.
A Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) is required.
Driving Requirement:
This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver's License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requirements. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
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.
90-day Provision:
This posting may be used to fill additional vacancies that occur within the department
Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting after 7 days.
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Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before that date. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.
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