Public Art Program Coordinator

Lead meaningful public art projects that shape Boise’s public spaces and the Boise Airport as a Public Art Program Coordinator. This recruitment will fill two positions: one assigned to Boise Airport and one assigned to the General Fund. Working in collaboration with the City of Boise Department of Arts & History, these roles guide public art initiatives from initial concept through final installation by coordinating projects to plan, schedule, budget, and coordinate resources, artists, partners and community stakeholders.  The successful candidates will assess project feasibility, provide project direction and ensure each initiative aligns with the applicable Airport or General Fund Arts Master Plan.   

 

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Bachelor's degree in art, arts administration, business administration, project management, design or a related field
• 6 years of experience working in project management, public art, arts administration, or a related field
• or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family (an estimated $10,000 - 20,000 value)
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.



Performs highly complex and specialized tasks requiring considerable judgment, independent analysis and decision making. Provides leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. 

Leads the planning, coordination and delivery of public art projects for either Boise Airport or the General Fund Department, depending on the position assignment, in collaboration with the Department of Arts & History Public Art team. Develops and executes project strategies, determines project scope, methodology, requirements and feasibility, and manages public art projects through design, fabrication, installation and closeout. Identifies opportunities for new projects and recommends approaches, materials and solutions consistent with applicable departmental and public art program initiatives.

Manages procurement, contracting and artist selection activities for public art projects, including developing calls-to-artists and other solicitation documents, facilitating application review and selection processes, negotiating contracts and coordinating required approvals. Administers artist and vendor contracts and coordinates project approvals through the Airport Commission, Arts & History Commission, City Council and other applicable review processes. 

Manages project budgets, schedules, logistics, contracts and deliverables for multiple concurrent public art projects, including projects associated with large-scale airport or general fund capital improvements. Monitors expenditures, milestones and project performance; identifies risks and issues; develops and implements solutions; and provides timely project status, recommendations and reports to leadership and stakeholders. 

Serves as a primary liaison among artists, consultants, contractors, Airport or General Fund staff, city departments and other stakeholders throughout project planning and delivery. Leads project meetings, coordinates interdisciplinary activities, resolves project issues and facilitates timely decision-making. Creates and delivers professional presentations, reports and recommendations to department leadership, commissions, citywide audiences and other stakeholders. 

Oversees the installation, maintenance, conservation and decommissioning of public art in coordination with artists, contractors, Airport or General Fund operations staff, and other appropriate partners. Evaluates project and artwork needs, coordinates logistics and recommends solutions that balance artistic intent, operational requirements, public experience, long-term maintenance and program objectives. 

Advances the effectiveness of the applicable art program by evaluating project outcomes, maintaining project data and documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve procedures, project management practices and stakeholder coordination. Contributes professional expertise and recommendations that support implementation and continued development of the applicable Airport or General Fund Arts Master Plan.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Knowledge of:

•  principles and practices of project management, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and project closeout
•  public art, arts administration and/or the art and design field
•  procurement, contracting and contract administration principles and practices
•  stakeholder engagement, facilitation and collaborative decision-making
•  organization of department operations, services and policies
•  related financial rules, regulations, laws and procedures
•  and computer usage including related software

Ability to:

•  independently manage multiple complex projects from concept and planning through installation and closeout
•  develop project scope, schedules, budgets, procurement strategies and implementation plans
•  exercise considerable judgement, analyze complex information, identify project risks and develop solutions and recommendations
•  manage contracts, budgets, consultants, artists, vendors and project deliverables within established requirements
•  build effective working relationships and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams, departments, artists, consultants, contractors and other internal and external stakeholders
• lead and facilitate meetings, selection processes and collaborative decision-making
• interpret, apply and explain governing regulations, policies and procedures; prepare and deliver professional reports, recommendations and presentations to leadership, commissions and stakeholders
• organize competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in complex environment
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Masters degree in art, arts administration, business administration, project management, design or a related field and 
• 9 years of progressively responsible experience working in project management, public art, arts administration, or a related field
• or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.