What are the responsibilities and job description for the Illinois Art Station Manager position at Town of Normal?
The starting range for this position is $65,767 - $77,375 depending on qualifications. The full range for this position is $65,767 - $104,594.
This is a highly responsible professional position in the Cultural Arts Department. This position is responsible for the supervision of the Illinois Art Station (IAS), including actively engaging in art programs and/or managing art programs and public arts projects; fundraising and grant writing; providing financial and personnel oversight; and building community presence and partnerships. Extensive skill in community outreach, written and verbal communication, and customer service is required. The position reports directly to the Director of Cultural Arts or her designee.-Manages and maintains an effective IAS staff, including selecting personnel, providing training and coaching, and reviewing employee performance.-Manages and submits applications for grant opportunities that provide funding for public art projects and mission-driven programs and events.
-Develops and implements a successful fundraising strategy and plan through personal relationships with donors and sponsors at all levels.
-Recruits and manages volunteers and interns for IAS programs and public art initiatives.
-Fosters and promotes good relations with other cultural organizations.
-Prepares and administers the annual operating budget for IAS.
-Maintains statistical records of all programming activities offered by the IAS for preparing reports and presentations, grant applications, and donor tools.
-Acts as a spokesperson for the Department’s public visual art activities.
-Identifies community interests and coordinates programming that links to the interest areas.
-Supports fundraisers, IAS events, and community events as directed.
-Works with the Communications Department on the development and implementation of communication and promotional material, including print and e- communications.
-Works with the Cultural Arts Director to manage needs grounds and facility needs for the IAS
-Performs other duties as assigned.-Must possess exceptional skills in verbal and written communication.
-Must possess knowledge and appreciation for the arts, especially visual arts.
-Must be strongly self-motivated and disciplined to work with minimal supervision.
-Must possess strong ability to identify, balance, and prioritize objectives to accomplish strategic goals and objectives.
-Must possess excellent skill in establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relations within the Department, among Town officials and employees, and with visual arts organizations.
-Must be available to work extended hours, nights and weekends as needed to ensure success of the IAS activity or program.
-Must have strong marketing and public relations experience and skills to promote all aspects of the IAS, including local media, website, and other social media management.
-Must have proven successful donor development and fundraising outcomes to support IAS operations.Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Business Management, or related field is preferred; a minimum of five years of relevant experience in fine arts management, fundraising, or business management; or any other training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Salary : $65,767 - $77,375
