Public Art Program Coordinator

Job Summary

Under direction, develops and coordinates the operations, processes, and systems related to a specific City or department program. Leads staff in the implementation of program operations and ensures services are delivered efficiently and effectively. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location
115 Plaza de Armas San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Schedule

• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
• Evenings and weekends may be required

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinates multiple public art capital projects. Public art capital projects are like any other capital project, however, they must adhere to additional public art policies and guidelines that impact various phases of each project, selecting artists, design review and approval process, and innovations and creative solutions for built-environment and open spaces.
• Responsible for providing project management for the City of San Antonio's Department of Arts & Culture, Public Art Division.
• Coordinates with community and partner organizations to develop and implement program initiatives and gathers feedback from stakeholders on potential program improvements.
• Responsible for delivering all public art related capital projects associated with bond and non-bond funding allocations approved by City Council. Ensures successful project implementation from start to finish and quality performance/function of municipally- commissioned public art.
• Coordinates with community and stakeholders to develop and implement public art projects and gathers feedback from stakeholders throughout the life of the public art project.
• Assists in developing and managing program budgets and resources to ensure program success.
• Assists in developing and managing project budgets and resources to ensure program success.
• Ensures compliance with established program requirements associated with contracts and/or grants.
• Ensures compliance with established program requirements. Develops methods, procedures, and quality objectives including metrics for assessing progress; utilizes established project standards, procedures, and quality objectives.
• Facilitates improvements related to identified operational and technical needs and requirements.
• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates program operations, initiatives, and services.
• Develops and coordinates community outreach related to program initiatives and services.
• Coordinates and facilitates communications with relevant department and city staff regarding program needs.
• Assists, prepares, monitors, and evaluates the annual departmental and/or divisional budget.
• Prepares written reports, summaries, and presentations on program performance, plans, and projections.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in program or policy analysis, development, and/or management, to include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience

• Master's Degree
• Professional work experience in the field of Public Art
• Experience in arts administration and the implementation and management of design, fabrication and installation of arts project
• Experience in working with community stakeholders and/or design and construction teams
• Experience in data management, professional presentations and status reporting

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of governmental procedures and policies
• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods and data analysis
• Knowledge of government processes, regulations, and standards
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles
• Knowledge of general statistical and quantitative methods
• Skill in data collection methods
• Skill in problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to management
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment
• Ability to assist in the preparation of budgets and accounting systems
• Ability to develop and implement innovations towards improving the department's operations and delivery of services
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance in accordance with City policies and procedures
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment