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Artist Services Program Officer (Artist INC Live)
Fully Remote • Artist Services
Reports to: Artist Services Professional Development Program Manager
Manages: N/A
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Location: Remote worker within our six-state region (AR, KS, MO, NE, OK, TX)
You will work with the Artist Services team to implement and oversee all Artist INC based programming including Artist Leadership Fellows, Artist INC Live, Artist INC Express, and What Works. You will work directly with the Professional Development Program Manager to maintain programs’ timelines, manage the application and selection processes, coordinate events, and research and develop program curriculum.
You Will:
- Manage Artist INC Live programs’ work plans for individual communities, across communities, and within the non-granting Professional Development program team
- Manage Artist INC Live application, panelist, and selection processes through Form Assembly, Salesforce, and with host communities.
- Work with the Director of Artist Services, Professional Development Program Manager, and the Grant-Bearing Program Officers to identify facilitator needs across all Artist Services programming.
- Work with the Director of Artist Services and Professional Development Program Manager to oversee the recruiting for and planning, facilitation, and administration of the Artist Leadership Fellows program.
- Research and continued engagement in artist professional development and continued education in the field; provide consultation, services, and contribution to the field; and network with peer professionals and experts in the field.
- Support the Director of Artist Services and Professional Development Program Officer in research and recruitment of new Artist INC host communities, partner organizations and state arts agencies, funders, and grant opportunities.
- Participate in the research, brainstorm, creation, and implementation of new programming and work across Artist Services programs to support administrative tasks.
You Have:
- A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary, as well as 3+ years experience in an administrative capacity.
- At least three years experience in artist professional development program facilitation or curriculum development.
- At least three years experience in non-profit arts administration.
- Experience with (as a participant or facilitator) including Artist INC Live, Artist INC Express, Artists 360, Catalyze, and Interchange programming is preferred.
- Willing to travel and must reside in Mid-America Arts Alliance’s Region (AR, KS, MO, NE, OK, or TX)
Working Conditions:Your working conditions include desk/computer work and requires some travel to cultivate relationships with regional partners for Artist INC programs and to attend conferences relevant to the field of artist professional development and artist services. You may work remotely. You will need to carry event material for convenings.
Starting Salary: $26.65 – 27.16 per hour
Our Benefits:
- Comprehensive health care coverage
- Voluntary Dental and Vision insurance
- Fully paid Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Life Insurance
- Paid holiday leave including 9 holidays, 2 personal days, Summer Break (week of July 4th), Winter Break (December 24-January 1), and 40 hours of paid Volunteer PTO
- Paid vacation, sick, and 12 weeks of parental leave
- 401K plan after a year of employment
Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of jobs are typically available at Mid-America Arts Alliance?
Mid-America Arts Alliance employs a diverse range of individuals, from arts curators to grant writers to creative designers to accounting and management professionals.
How do I apply for a position at Mid-America Arts Alliance?
Instructions for applying for a given position are included in the job posting. M-AAA does not accept unsolicited resumes.
May I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes, you may, but please indicate the position you most wish to be considered for when applying, and the reason you feel you are most suited for that position, in your cover letter.
Will you contact me about the progress of my application?
When your application has been received, you will be sent an acknowledgment via email. If a hiring manager determines your skills match the need of the position, you will be contacted for further screening and consideration.
Where is Mid-America Arts Alliance, and what are the business hours?
We are located at 2018 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO 64108. Our headquarters is in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District. Office hours are typically 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. M-AAA has limited public hours only for visitors attending an exhibition installed in our space. Regarding employment, please arrange a visit in advance.
What about the confidentiality of my application information?
Your information is private and is not shared with anyone outside Mid-America Arts Alliance. It is only used for employment purposes.
I have additional questions. Who should I contact?
Contact Human Resources, hr (at) maaa.org