What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager Arts Education position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency
Arts Council - Agency 69
Location:
Omaha, NE
Hiring Rate
$24.528
Job Posting
JR2026-00023766 Program Manager -- Arts Education (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-30-2026
Job Description
The PM-AE works to ensure that Nebraskans have opportunities in the arts and arts education. The individual in this position is responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating NAC's arts programs, as well as the administration of grants and services. S/he also reviews objectives for arts programs with the Executive Director and Director of Programs regularly, exploring state and national trends, establishing communications with arts and arts education personnel in other organizations, and monitoring how well strategic plan goals are being met. Partnership development with key organizations, keeping current with issues facing the field, and finding creative ways to address them are all components of this position.
Look at what we have to offer!
Job Duties: Manage and evaluate Arts Education grant programs. Identify issues and trends affecting the arts in community development, arts education, and lifelong learning in the arts. Manage the AiS/C Artist Roster. Manage the Poetry Out Loud program. Oversee special programs and initiatives. Serve as NAC liaison for arts education planning and development Other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, accounting or any discipline related to the work assigned. One year of experience in planning, organizing, and implementing program administrative or business financial functions. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three years experience developing and/or administering arts education programs. One year experience working in a non-profit arts organization.
Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Operate a computer
Review grant applications
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Hiring Agency
Arts Council - Agency 69
Location:
Omaha, NE
Hiring Rate
$24.528
Job Posting
JR2026-00023766 Program Manager -- Arts Education (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-30-2026
Job Description
The PM-AE works to ensure that Nebraskans have opportunities in the arts and arts education. The individual in this position is responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating NAC's arts programs, as well as the administration of grants and services. S/he also reviews objectives for arts programs with the Executive Director and Director of Programs regularly, exploring state and national trends, establishing communications with arts and arts education personnel in other organizations, and monitoring how well strategic plan goals are being met. Partnership development with key organizations, keeping current with issues facing the field, and finding creative ways to address them are all components of this position.
Look at what we have to offer!
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
- Military leave
- 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 79% employer paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
- Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
- Training and Development based on your career aspirations
- Fun, inviting teammates
- A safe and secure environment
Job Duties: Manage and evaluate Arts Education grant programs. Identify issues and trends affecting the arts in community development, arts education, and lifelong learning in the arts. Manage the AiS/C Artist Roster. Manage the Poetry Out Loud program. Oversee special programs and initiatives. Serve as NAC liaison for arts education planning and development Other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, accounting or any discipline related to the work assigned. One year of experience in planning, organizing, and implementing program administrative or business financial functions. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three years experience developing and/or administering arts education programs. One year experience working in a non-profit arts organization.
Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Operate a computer
Review grant applications
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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