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Cultural & Public Art Program Analyst

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Cultural & Public Art Program Analyst

Salary

$63,516.00 - $98,439.00 Annually

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Temporary with benefits (More than 1000 hours)

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

25-05530

Department

General Services

Opening Date

07/31/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position Description

Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham

Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.

Hiring Range: $30.54 - $47.33 per hr.

Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM/M-F This is a temporary full time position that has a 1 year expected end date.

The City of Durham’s Cultural & Public Art Program is seeking a Cultural & Public Art Analyst. The Analyst will be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of capital public art projects and public/private partnership development, and community engagement for these civic infrastructure activities from inception to completion, including permanent, temporary and creative placemaking projects and programs.

The position is devoted to providing outreach, community engagement, program support, administration and management, investigations and related services not found in other job families to facilitate positive delivery of community services. Incumbents perform fully-proficient journey-level program administration that requires independent evaluation and analysis of issues and the exercise of judgment, education and experience to select and apply criteria to resolve problems and make recommendations. Decision-making includes selecting the method to address a problem or issue, subject to the constraints established by management objectives and direction. As assigned, work may include administering programs, budgets and funding; conducting outreach, education and training workshops; investigating complaints; collaborating with stakeholders and community organizations; managing projects and contracts; researching and compiling statistics and information; preparing reports; preparing request for proposals; and facilitating partnerships. Incumbents assigned to community engagement/relations, oversee community outreach, education, and initiatives that foster engagement and inclusion for the program’s targeted community/audience. Incumbents assigned to general services public art and cultural arts program, administers the program, provides project management for the City’s program, serves as staff liaison and support to the Cultural Advisory Board and Public Art Committee, manages contracts and budgets, develops policies and procedures, collaborates and coordinates with stakeholders and community and promoting art and cultural arts within the community and implementing the strategic plan goals of the City.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience and knowledge of the theory and practice of public art and its application. The successful candidate has knowledge of project management, public engagement, aesthetics, siting, context, content, and architectural integration. The Analyst possesses advanced problem-solving skills to coordinate teams across departmental or organizational boundaries, communicating with Public Boards/Commissions, oversight of complex projects and facilitate group processes while ensuring project completion falls within the project schedule, budget, and complies with related policy guidelines.

Duties/Responsibilities

+ Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the activities of the City’s Cultural & Public Art Program

+ Prepares, and submits budget requests; estimates future needs; consults with stakeholders on priorities and availability of funding and other sources; develops grant proposals; monitors expenditures

+ Develops effective public participation strategies and activities and establishes effective working relationships with community groups

+ Maintains up-to-date knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies and procedures that govern program operations

+ Prepares analytical publications, planning documents, administrative reports, and press releases; assists in the development and refinement of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; investigates, interprets, analyzes and prepares recommendations in relation to proposals for new programs, grants and/or services; analyzes, interprets and explains City policies and procedures

+ Works closely with Project Managers and Designers of Record when art is required as part of the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), and with other departments and stakeholders as necessary

+ Issues RFQ’s/RFP’s for upcoming projects, manages selection committee activities, issues Artist contracts, coordinates and conducts public outreach efforts, manages communication between the Artist and stakeholders throughout design process and installation of artwork

+ Identifies and develops opportunities for public/private partnerships

+ Maintains/updates the City’s Public Art Program web pages and marketing

The following list represent the core competencies needed for success in this position.

+ Experience in project management and managing public art projects; public art policy and/or design-related project management experience preferred

+ Nonprofit or government experience preferred

+ Experience working on a diverse team and desire to support the City’s equity goals

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to racially/ethnically diverse audiences from myriad perspectives and backgrounds

+ Ability to facilitate meetings and make public presentations

+ Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders

+ Ability to manage multiple projects effectively

+ High attention to detail with a proactive and enthusiastic work style

+ Knowledge of artistic disciplines/media, visual art and public art trends

+ Excited by the integration of new technologies, programs, and software

+ Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office products/Google platforms, and Adobe Photoshop is required

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

+ Associate degree or equivalent

+ Three-years of experience in planning, developing, and implementing public art projects or programs.

+ Must have a valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license "or" if you currently have another state driver's license, must be willing and able to obtain a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire

Additional Preferred Skills

+ Four-year college degree in Art History, Visual Art, Art Administration, Public Art, Architecture, Public Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.

+ Prior experience with project management and/or public art project management experience

+ Prior experience working with artists, cultural organizations, or event planning.

+ Prior experience with cash handling, accounts payable/receivable, or contracts.

+ Experience and knowledge of the Durham area arts community is preferred.

+ Bilingualism (English/Spanish).

+ Proficiency with Microsoft 365, social media, and video conferencing platforms.

+ Ability to work independently and within a team.

+ Willing to work in an indoor, office and/or outdoor environment.

+ Willing to travel to external organizations and locations.

Benefits – General Full-Time Employees

+ 12-13 paid holidays per year

+ 13 standard work days of vacation per year

+ 13 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement

+ 2 weeks paid military leave per year

+ Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans

+ State and City retirement plans

+ Short and long term disability plans

+ Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions

+ City contribution of 13.6% into the N.C. State Retirement System

+ Paid funeral leave

+ Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling

+ Paid life insurance equal to annual salary

+ 48 hours for volunteer work each year*

+ 4 hours parental leave each year

+ Workman's Compensation Insurance

+ 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Benefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year)

+ 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)

+ State retirement plan

Benefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period)

+ 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)

+ State retirement plan effective first day of the month following date of hire

+ Health insurance effective first day of the month following date of hire

+ Dental and life insurance, after one year of service

+ Pro-rated vacation, pro-rated sick, pro-rated floating holiday, parttime holiday pay (based on scheduled hours for that day) after one year of service

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Where did you first hear about this opportunity?

+ City of Durham Website

+ Walk in

+ Job fair

+ Employee referral

+ Professional organization ***Please list the organization in "other" box below***

+ Internet posting ***Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below***

+ Craig's List

+ Facebook

+ LinkedIn

+ GlassDoor

+ governmentjobs.com

+ Monster.com

+ Indeed.com

+ Employment Security Commission

+ Magazine/Newspaper

+ Other

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If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.

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Please select your highest level of COMPLETED education.

+ Less than a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctoral Degree (PhD, Juris Doctorate)

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How many years of related experience do you have with program support, logistical, and coordination?

+ No related experience

+ Less than 1 year of related experience

+ 1 year but less than 3 years of related experience

+ 3 years but less than 7 years of related experience

+ 7 or more years of related experience

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Do you have a valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license? (If you have a valid license from a State other than North Carolina, you must be willing and able to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days of hire).

+ I have a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license.

+ I have a valid license from another State and I am willing to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days.

+ I do not have a valid, unrestricted driver's license.

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How would you rate your experience working with artists, cultural organizations, or event planning?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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How would you rate your experience level with cash handling, accounts payable/receivable, or contracts?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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How would you rate your experience level with Microsoft 365, social media, and video conferencing platforms?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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Are you proficient in the Spanish language (speak, read, and write)?

+ Yes

+ No

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Are you willing and able to work in an indoor, office and/or outdoor environment?

+ Yes

+ No

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Are you willing and able to travel to external organizations and locations?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you have some experience with artists, cultural organizations, or arts and cultural event planning?

+ Yes

+ No

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This position supports the development and execution of public art projects for the City of Durham, which may include collaborations with other City departments, community agencies and/or cultural groups. Do you have project management and/or public art project management experience?

+ Yes

+ No

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How would you rate your experience and knowledge level of the Durham area arts community?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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