THIS RECRUITMENT WILL CLOSE AFTER RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 30 APPLICATIONS, OR BY June 21, 2024, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Applications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be additionally attached.

The Folsom Parks & Recreation Department is hiring one (1) Recreation Specialist - Art Specialist to join the Community & Cultural Services Division.
Under direct or general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, this part-time position is responsible for the research, planning, development, and curation of the professional art gallery and community art gallery.
Location
Folsom City Senior & Arts Center, 48 Natoma St.
Schedule

• Generally, works Monday through Friday with some nights and occasional weekends, with a weekly average of 10 - 20 hours per week. Schedule varies and revolves around exhibits/receptions.
• Duration: position is ongoing as long as needed and supported by the budget. 

Pay & Benefits

• Non-exempt, salary: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Temporary, Part-time positions are hourly and not eligible for benefits, and are limited to working 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). No full-time regular appointment will be made from this class.

Note: Unfortunately current active CalPERS members are ineligible for employment with part-time positions. 
For questions please contact Sarah Trobee, Recreation Supervisor at strobee@folsom.ca.us or at (916) 461-6618.NOTE: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Researching and confirming artwork and artists whose art can be displayed and viewed for the public enjoyment.
• Designing, putting together, and organizing exhibit installments; analyzing and verifying the authenticity of artist and the work to be displayed.
• Overseeing the professional agreements between the Gallery at 48 and presenting artists. 
• Budgeting, inventory control, creating labels, interpretative materials for the artwork, and marketing oversight for the artists and artists receptions.
• Interact with the public to explain the significance of artwork through scheduled tours of the gallery.

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Essential Duties" section of this specification.
Knowledge of:

• Previous experience and/or knowledge of art curation, gallery curation, or similar role
• Knowledge of art history, art policy and current art market trends
• Organization and project management skills for public art and art gallery curation

 
Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and write clearly to a diverse range of professionals, guests, and individuals.
• Communicate well orally and in writing.
• Be organized, self-motivated, prioritize and pace duties and tasks.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public.

Education:  
High school diploma or G.E.D., some college preferred. Bachelor's Degree in art history, art policy, or another related field is highly desirable.Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire date.
• Previous experience with art programming, art curation, art policy, art history, public administration, or other related experience.

License, Certificate, Registration Requirements:
Some positions may require possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

• Current CPR/First Aid certification is preferred. 

Physical Requirements: 
Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, and crouching. Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds. Perform repetitive hand, arm, and body movement on a continuous basis. Occasional public and coworker contact with some individual work assignments.