Job description

TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
CULTURAL ARTS SPECIALIST

ABOUT THIS POSITION:
Expected Hiring Range: $27/HR - $33/HR
Work Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center; 237 N Salem ST
Schedule: Monday- Friday; 8am-5pm
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled; Initial application review will start 12/20/22

Would you like to do meaningful work with a growing, progressive, forward-thinking municipality with small town charm? Come experience the Peak of Good Living! Apex has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the country, and we believe it’s also one of the best places to work! The Town offers a competitive compensation & benefit package, including generous leave programs such as Paid Parental Leave, Paid Caregiver Leave, and Paid Volunteer/Community Involvement Leave. Come be a part of the team that makes things happen. Start your PEAK career today as a Recreation Program Specialist!

WHO WE ARE:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living, the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of 70,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (DESCRIPTION):

An employee in this class plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of cultural art programs and events serving diverse populations including children, youth, teen and adults. Work involves considerable arts planning, booking talent and art exhibits, negotiating contracts for instructors and artists, and performers. Work involves researching needs and interests regarding the arts in Apex, planning, coordinating, and scheduling of classes, day camps, performing arts, concerts, and other events; maintaining budget for assigned programs; and contact with participants, community groups, and contracted staff/artists. The employee is responsible for curating the art work on display at the Halle, to include recruiting artists, managing contracts, displaying art, hosting gallery openings and marketing the gallery program. Work also includes serving as staff liaison to the Public Art Committee. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and policies, and requires judgmental discretion in the planning and delivery of service. Employees are subject to regulations on protections from bloodborne pathogens, and may be subject to hazards in parks and recreation including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather. Work is under the general supervision of the Halle Cultural Arts Center Manager and is evaluated in terms of program effectiveness, through observation and through discussions surrounding public acceptance.

SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS (DUTIES & TASKS):

• Plans and requests budget needs.
• Purchases supplies and materials for designated program area.
• Responds to concerns, complaints and questions from citizens and program participants.
• Assists other program staff in with special events or departmental programs during the year.
• Prepares regular and special reports as required.

Additional Job Duties:

• Serves on departmental or Town committees and subcommittees.
• Serves as back-up for customer service staff.
• Performs related duties as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED (MINIMUM MUST-HAVES):

A valid driver’s license & graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration, art management, or related degree and experience in recreational and art programming related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WITH THE ABILITY TO...(KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of recreational and educational programs for assigned program area (cultural arts).
• Working knowledge of organizational policies and procedures related to budgeting, purchasing, and personnel.
• Ability to effectively plan, execute and evaluate a variety of programs and activities.
• Ability to understand and work with different age groups and to assess needs and interests of potential program participants.
• Ability to plan and coordinate the work of limited service workers and volunteers.
• Ability to express ideas effectively and communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, citizens, employees and other public and private groups and agencies.
• Ability to plan and coordinate the work of part-time and volunteer staff.
• Working knowledge of the application of information technology to the work performed.

WHAT WOULD SET YOU APART (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS):

In addition to the must-haves listed above, it would be great if you happen to have:

• Possession of or ability to obtain certification in C.P.R., first aid, and defibrillator usage.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, talking, and hearing.
• Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, perform extensive reading, utilize measuring devices, and inspect the activities and work of others.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, & life insurance for employees
• Contributions to the NC Local Government Pension and NC401k Retirement Plans
• Traditional sick & vacation leave
• Paid parental, caregiver, community involvement, and bereavement leave
• 13 paid holidays plus an additional floating holiday
• Longevity pay
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment. Possession of NC driver's license.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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