APP Program Specialist (Staff Project Manager position)

Organization: 
Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission
Location: 
Sacremento
Submission Deadline: 
09/19/2008
Sacramento's 30-year old 2% Public Art Ordinance seeks dynamic, vision-oriented professional for exciting opportunity. The Art In Public Places Program Specialist serves as the project manager to many exciting public art projects throughout the City and County of Sacramento. Duties include development of project art plans, expert facilitation of the art selection process, contract and budget negotiation, oversight and coordination with artist and City/County staff throughout artwork fabrication and installation process.

Job closes September 19, 2008. Salary is $55,596.00 - $83,400.00 annually

Duties: 
The Program Specialist coordinates project outreach, public relations, and community education programs. Must be highly skilled in managing the design, construction and installation of public artworks with budgets up to 1 million dollars.
Requirements: 
Must have a background in and knowledge of contemporary visual art. Must have the ability to manage the conservation and maintenance of public artworks; be proficient in related marketing, outreach and education initiatives; work well in a team environment with diverse stakeholders in the public and private sectors including the arts community, elected officials, City and County departments, developers, consultants, architects, contractors, and the public. Superb technical writing skills, organizational skills, communication skills, computer skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects required.
How to Apply: 
Must apply online at the City website: www.cityofsacramento.org/personnel