| Purpose: |
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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: |
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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.
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| Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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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.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
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- 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.
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| Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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- 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.
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