SALARY:
$18.32 – $23.39 Hourly

OPENING DATE:
01/12/22
CLOSING DATE:
Continuous
THE POSITION:
The Arts Assistant is  responsible for providing a variety of support services in the day-to-day operations, activities, events, and programs of the Arts Division. The Arts Assistant duties include but are not limited to customer service, opening/closing events, answering phones, daily shipping, billing, data entry, checking-in and tagging inventory, coordinating with artists, performers and vendors, hanging artwork, gallery errands and all aspects of inventory and supply management.  

This is a part-time (0.75 FTE) position budgeted to work 30-hrs per week, all benefits will be prorated. The incumbent may be required to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends. 

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT & ESSENTIAL DUTIES (INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

• Coordinates the Visual Art Program to include application process, exhibition curation,
  installation and de-installation, scheduling, artist communication and receptions;
• Oversees marketing to include graphic design, production, and distribution;
• Assists in the coordination of Art Night Encinitas;
• Maintains webpages, online calendars and social media;
• Concert administration to include ticketing, box office and receptions;
• Facilitates permits for special events;
• Assists with the Public Art Program to include inventory and maintenance;
• Collaborates with organizations, agencies and community groups;
• Assists with record keeping of programs and events;
• Provides customer service via, phone, email and written correspondence;
• Researches special projects;

Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of: the visual and performing arts and arts practices; design, marketing and promotional campaign abilities; arts event management; organizing visual art exhibitions; customer service principles; filing and recordkeeping principles; English language, grammar, and punctuation; instructional techniques; basic mathematical and reading concepts; record keeping; software programs related to area of assignment; laws and regulations in driving a vehicle.

The ideal candidate will have skills in: providing customer service; coordinating arts events; graphic design software (Canva, Photoshop); ticketing software (Tix.com); financial record keeping; working with money; written and verbal communication; using computers and related software applications; performing routine mathematical calculations; performing multiple tasks simultaneously; driving a vehicle; time management skills; ability to work independently; researching and problem solving; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent plus successful completion of college-level coursework in in an arts-related field and one-year experience in visual and performing arts administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those  listed above.  Experience in performing arts is desired. 

APPLICATION PROCESS AND DEADLINE:

A completed  application with an attached resume and cover letter is required.
This position is open until filled with a first review of applications scheduled for January 26th
*** incomplete application packets will not be reviewed  ***

The City of Encinitas and the San Dieguito Water District provide equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, physical disability, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver’s License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding. The City and Water District encourage minorities, disabled persons and women to apply. Qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process must notify the Human Resources Office if accommodation is needed. A thorough background check will be conducted for the candidate(s) seriously considered for the position including fingerprinting and reference checking. A contingent job offer may be given pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical, TB test and drug and alcohol screening. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. All employees must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.