Art Program Coordinators / Program Coordinator (Art Gallery)

Davita Inc.; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks Art Program Coordinators to join its public art management team. The role involves coordinating projects under state law for public art acquisition, requiring strong organizational skills, knowledge in public art, and familiarity with MS Office Suite. Most work will occur remotely with flexible hours, making it ideal for those passionate about public art initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public art materials and genres.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate the acquisition of artworks.
• Communicate with agency partners and selection panels.
• Prepare contracts and invoices, and manage documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of public art

Collaboration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title : Art Program Coordinators / Program Coordinator (Art Gallery)

Pay Rate: $26.00 / hr on W2

Location: 1 Capitol Hill, Providence, RI, 02908

Duration: 6+ Months

Hours/week: 5 hours per week

Roles and Responsibilities:

• RISCA seeks Public Art Program Coordinators to add to its public art management team. Working on a temporary, per-project basis, team members will coordinate and facilitate the acquisition of artworks under the State's law, the Allocation for Art for Public Facilities act, aka "Percent-for-Art" law.
• Team members will work under the direction of RISCA's Executive Director and Public Art Director in administration of assigned projects. Employment is per-project and hours per week and month will vary. A typical project will span 6 months and entail on average 100 hours work.
• Tasks include coordination with agency partners, architect and construction team; communications with selection panel; scheduling and running meetings in compliance with the Open Meetings Act; filing agendas and minutes; communications with artists; presentations to the Council on the Arts; preparation of contracts and invoices; and all associated documentation.
• The successful applicant will possess knowledge of art in the public realm; materials and genres; possess strong organizational and communication skills; and enjoy working on collaborative projects. Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is a must. Ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail is a must. Program Coordinators must comply with the state's employee dress code.
• The bulk of the work will occur remotely. Public Art Program Coordinators will need their own computer.
• Optional, preparation and installation of artwork for exhibition is desirable. Experience in curation and administration of exhibitions is desirable. The ability to lift 50 lbs and use a ladder is desirable.