Associate Arts Program Specialist

The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is dedicated to strengthening New York City’s vibrant cultural life by providing funding and support to New York City’s cultural community, including the 39 institutions that comprise the Cultural Institutions Group (CIG) and more than 1,100 non‑profit cultural organizations that receive regular annual support. This constituency represents a diverse array of organizations – including performing arts groups, museums, theaters, zoos, botanical gardens, visual arts and film centers, community‑based organizations, and arts education programs – that are central to the life of communities throughout New York City. DCLA also manages a significant portfolio of cultural capital projects; provides free donated materials and supplies for arts programs and arts educators through its Materials for the Arts program; provides capacity building and technical assistance support to cultural groups; and commissions works of permanent public art through the City’s Public Art Program. Responsibilities Participating in equity‑based reforms to the agency’s signature grant‑making process, the Cultural Development Fund (CDF). Reviewing and evaluating CDF competitive grant applications, final reports, and renewal applications from over 1,200 New York City‑based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations of various budget sizes and disciplines. Processing grant materials for both CDF and City Council Initiatives (CASA, SU‑CASA, Coalition of Theaters of Color, Violence Prevention and Intervention for Youth and Young Adults, and Cultural Immigrant Initiative) grantees. Evaluating nonprofit organizations and cultural programs, including conducting audits of events and visiting organizations’ facilities. Analyzing and evaluating organizations’ overall operating budget and fiscal health in the context of their grant applications and ability to execute proposed programs. Providing technical assistance to organizations through articulation of agency policies, guidelines, and procedures; conveying panel feedback on grant applications; and conducting seminars, workshops, and other trainings. Preparing for and facilitating grant panels for CDF competitive grant applications. Conceiving of and facilitating new grant programs and new ways to engage in the field as opportunities and funds become available. Participating in regular assessment of agency programs and processes. Evaluating the impact of programs administered by the agency on local communities and the sector. Representing the agency at cultural events as well as meetings with other agencies or relevant stakeholders, as needed. Contributing to the execution of other unit business and DCLA requests as needed. Minimum Qualifications Five years of full‑time experience in planning, coordinating, budgeting, producing, organizing, administering or directing a cultural program or a cultural institution; or Four years of full‑time experience as a practitioner in any of the performing or visual arts plus at least one year of experience described in (1) above; or A baccalaureate degree issued by an accredited college, including or supplemented by 24 credits in one of the visual or performing arts or in arts management plus one year of full‑time experience as described in (1) above; or Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in (1) above. Experience of a substantial nature will be considered on a pro‑rated basis if it is not full‑time. Preferred Skills The preferred candidate should have extensive knowledge of nonprofit organizations, arts management, and the New York City cultural community. Strong computer proficiency is required, along with experience using databases and CRM systems; familiarity with Salesforce is preferred. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills are essential, including the capacity to manage a substantial and ongoing administrative workflow. The candidate should be self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of handling multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Experience with evaluation procedures and panel processes is a plus, as are bilingual language skills. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary: $58,006.00 – $66,707.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York