Arts Division Administrator

UNKNOWN; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens-Clarke County Unified Government is seeking an Arts Division Administrator to manage and evaluate staff, programs, finances and operations across multiple arts facilities in Athens. The role leads department planning, budgeting, and program delivery while serving on the leadership team.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with extensive supervisory experience, strong budgeting skills, and compliance with FEMA/NIMS and safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with five years of related experience.
• At least three years full-time programming experience in the respective area of program delivery.
• Three years supervisory experience in a related field.
• Must have or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire FEMA's NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 level training and maintain these trainings throughout employment.
• Must have or obtain within two (2) years of hire training in NIMA/GEMA 191, 300 & 400 and maintain these trainings through employment.
• Must have or obtain within twelve months (12 months) CRP/AED/First Aid for adults and pediatrics and maintain these trainings throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates assigned full and part time staff across multiple facilities.
• Assists with development and periodic updates of Department programming plans; sets objectives and measures.
• Works with staff to develop measurable program objectives and performance metrics.
• Manages department-wide budget planning and oversight of expenditures and revenues.
• Coordinates with other divisions and departments on shared programs and services.
• Attends capital project meetings and supports program evaluation and outreach initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget management

Program evaluation

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

NIMS/ICS training

Budgeting software

Job description

By Athens-Clarke County Unified Government

10/5/2026

REPORTS TO: Leisure Services Director or Assistant Director
FLSA STATUS:Exempt
CLASSIFICATION: Regular Non-Merit - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director.
PAY GRADE:124
SAFETY SENSITIVE: No

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to manage and evaluate staff, programs, finances, services and operations as assigned within the Leisure Services Department. Under limited direction, guides self and/or leads staff in the development, implementation, management and evaluation of programs, operations and functions. Contributes to the Leisure Services Department management team through leadership, management, administration, planning and project delivery. Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8a - 5p. Regular evening and weekend work expected to meet programs, meetings, and event needs. Serves on-call for emergencies and after-hour calls.
• May be required to work on religious holidays.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Must work cooperatively with others.
• When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Bachelor's degree in a related field with five years of related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must have a minimum of three years full-time programming experience in the respective area of program delivery.
Must possess three years supervisory experience in a related field.
Must have or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire FEMA’s NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 level training and maintain these trainings throughout employment.
Must have or obtain within two (2) years of hire training in NIMA/GEMA 191, 300 & 400 and maintain these trainings through employment.
Must have or obtain within twelve months (12 months) CRP/AED/First Aid for adults and pediatrics and maintain these trainings throughout employment.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates assigned full and part time staff located at Lyndon House Arts Center, Ware-Lyndon Historic House, East Athens Educational Dance Center, Morton Theatre, and the Athens-Clarke County Public Art program that operate up to seven (7) days per week; provides operations management of and facilities.
• Recruits staff and recommends for hire; handles employee concerns, directs work assignments, counsels and disciplines employees when necessary, and completes employee performance appraisals.
• Serves as a member of the department management/leadership team.
• Assists with new employee orientation, ongoing training and professional development of assigned staff.
• Observes and reviews operations, staffing levels, programs, etc. for optimum efficiency and effectiveness, and affects recommended changes when needed. Attends various work unit programs to evaluate and support programs.
• Works with assigned staff to develop and periodically update Department programming plans covering current year and 3-5 years, including programming philosophy, activity selection, type and scope of programs, and outreach initiatives.
• Works with staff to develop specific and measurable program objectives and performance measurements for programs and services of respective Division.
• Develops systematic processes for program and services evaluation; analyzes and uses data to consistently improve program and service quality for respective Division.
• Stays current with appropriate trends, and periodically assesses linkage to department's programming goals and objectives.
• Manages department-wide special event planning and execution.
• Attends annual special events as assigned to include spring and fall festivals, Juneteenth Celebration, July 4 th fireworks show, and the Holiday parade.
• Approves and manages special events as requested and planned by outside groups, non-profit agencies, and businesses.
• Coordinates the collection of data and analyzes it to assess programs, services and operations.
• Develops performance goals and measures with and for work units.
• Provides necessary reports to the Director or designee.
• Shares after-hours emergency duty coverage with Division staff. Responds directly to emergency after-hours calls from supervisor.
• Prepares and implements short and long term goals and objectives for the respective division; contributes to short and long term Department goals and objectives.
• Develops operating and capital improvement budgets including a five-year plan; manages expenditures and revenues of assigned cost center budgets.
• Trains staff on budget operations and supervises all expenditures and revenues within assigned cost centers.
• Negotiates, drafts, reviews, and recommends contracts and agreements.
• Serves in the community as an expert in the field including speaking engagements, teaching at conferences, and panel discussions for respective topics.
• Serves as liaison with groups that may include: internal government, non-profit, private, and/or Mayor and Commission created Boards, Authorities, and Commissions.
• Provides technical expertise, and professional assistance, regular participation and cultivates and maintains positive relationships.
• Researches, plans, evaluates, and analyzes appropriate technological development and its impact on operations.
• Enforces department/government policies, procedures, rules, regulations and ordinances; keeps staff informed of appropriate departmental/governmental changes in a timely fashion.
• Researches, writes, manages and administers donations and grants for program and facility enhancements in conjunction with appropriate admin division staff.
• Coordinates with other divisions and departments planning, organizing, and implementation of shared programs and services.
• Attends capital project group meetings when part of division facilities. Includes doing research for presentations, interacting with community members, managing public input sessions and monthly construction meetings.
• Prepares Department for agency accreditation and ensures its continued future accreditation.
• Writes, revises and/or reviews Department and/or Division policies as needed and directed.
• Writes agenda reports as assigned, prepares and presents materials to Mayor and Commission as required.
• Performs special projects and duties as assigned by Department Director.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Duties When Assigned to Arts Division

• Performs all assigned duties as outlined for the locations of: Lyndon House Arts Center, Morton Theatre, East Athens Educational Dance Center, and program area of Athens Creative Theatre.
• Serves as the liaison and provides regular meeting attendance for the Athens Cultural Affairs Commission. Serves as liaison or delegates regular attendance for Arts Division Boards and fundraising organizations including, but not limited to, The Morton Theatre Corporation, The Friends of Athens Creative Theatre, and the Lyndon House Arts Center Foundation. Maintains open communication with each assigned group and represents their interest and the interest of ACCGov.
• Cultivates and maintains positive, cooperative working relationships with local and regional arts and history organizations, city departments, educational institutions, local businesses, inter-governmental agencies, news media, elected officials, department heads, and the general public.
• Stays current with national, regional and local arts agencies, programs, grants and networks. Maintains relevant knowledge and understanding of common standards of arts disciplines, community arts issues and heritage work.
• Represents the city on various intergovernmental and community committees and at official functions such as dedications, civic events, and other community activities.

Additional Info

Job Type / Type of Position : Full-Time

Position : Arts Division Administrator

Organization : Athens-Clarke County Unified Government

City : Athens

Primary Category : Coordinator/Supervisor

Experience Requirement : 5-10 years

Salary : $76,785

Salary Calculations/Paid : Yearly

Job Contact Phone Number : 7624006369