Programs Coordinator- Arts Commission

Orange County Government; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Government is seeking a seasoned arts administrator to lead the management of arts and cultural programs and events. The role includes oversight of youth and summer programs, grant-funded activities, and special projects within the Orange County Arts Commission.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years in arts administration or related fields, with one year of supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; three years of work experience in arts administration, nonprofit management, arts education, or arts program planning.
• One year of direct supervision experience is required; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Orange County Arts Commission's arts and cultural programs and events.
• Oversee youth and summer programs, grant-funded activities, and special projects.
• Supervise assigned volunteers and coordinate stakeholder needs and requests.

Skills

Arts administration

Nonprofit management

Arts education

Arts program planning

Supervision of others

Driver license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves the primary responsibility for the management of the arts and cultural programs and events through the Orange County Arts Commission including, but not limited to, youth/summer programs, grant-funded programs and special projects.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Arts Commission Director, with considerable leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work and in making decisions regarding stakeholder needs and requests. Supervision of assigned volunteers is the responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.

NOTE: The hiring range is on this posting NOT on the job specification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years of work experience in arts administration, nonprofit management, arts education, or arts program planning AND one (1) year of experience in the direct supervision of others; OR

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A higher degree does not substitute for experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Ability to work one evening per week, and one weekend day per month.

Orange County is an Affiantive Action Equal Opportunity Employer