Arts and Culture Manager

Salary: $144,017.52 - $175,054.08 Annually
Location : CITY OF RICHMOND 450 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, SUITE 310, RICHMOND, CA 94804, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-20
Department: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Introduction
The City of Richmond is seeking a strong communicator who is technically savvy and has a strong ability to lead as their next Arts and Culture Manager. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in modern office practices and software, public/private art programs and project management, business administration, and construction project oversight.


They possess a thorough understanding of arts program planning, funding, development, and evaluation, as well as federal, state, and local laws related to the arts and public art funding sources. Skilled in organization, time management, community needs assessment, event and performance management, fundraising, and public speaking, this professional communicates clearly both in writing and verbally and excels at building effective working relationships. The role requires expertise in preparing RFQs and RFPs in accordance with procurement policies and procedures, managing the art selection process, and producing clear and comprehensive reports and correspondence to support the City's arts and cultural initiatives. The ability to follow the legal and regulatory requirements, as well as the commitment to seeing arts and culture projects to fruition in a timely manner, is essential for success in this position.

Qualified candidates possess a Master's degree in Business Management, Public Art Program Management, or Museum Program Management, or otherwise related field of study; along with five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in municipal public art program or project management. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must be able to travel to various locations within and outside of Richmond to meet program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver`s license and satisfactory driving record is required.


Annual salary for this classification is as high as $175,054.08 , at the top of the range, with approved Cost of Living Adjustments on July 01, 2026 (5%), and July 01, 2027 (5%).

Additionally, City-paid benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, administrative leave days, sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, annual professional development reimbursement, four weeks of paid parental leave, and more! All benefit information can be found in our Benefits Summary.

Bob Murray and Associates are leading this search. You may find additional details regarding the position, compensation, application, and employment list process here:

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Ian Schmutzler at Bob Murray & Associates at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Additional Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

• It is the City's that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including the booster. New employees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

To Apply: Interested individuals must by fully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, a resume and a cover letter must be included, by 11:59 p.m. PST on the final filing date. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.

Qualifying Phase: All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). A phone screening may be included at this phase. Candidates may be screened for better qualified.

Examination Phase: A limited number of the most suitably qualified candidates will receive a supplemental questionnaire,which must be completed and submitted. The questionnaire will be scored according to a rating matrix (weighted 100%). An Employment List will subsequently be established. Having all of the minimum qualifications guarantees neither advancement nor placement on the Employment List
Employment Eligibility List: A ranking of "A" (Best Qualified), "B" (Well Qualified), or "C" (Qualified) is required to achieve a position on the Employment Eligibility List. This List will be in effect for a maximum of two (2) years; however, the list may be canceled without notice after six (6) months. Following the establishment of the Employment List, candidates will be referred to the hiring department for final interview(s).
About the City of Richmond The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast across the Bay from downtown San Francisco. A hub of multimodal transportation, many of our residents and businesses are located in Richmond because of its central location and easy access to the Amtrak/Capitol Corridor, BART, AC Transit, the ferry, and two freeways (I-80 & I-580). Residents, visitors, and employees enjoy Richmond's numerous recreational opportunities, which include 32 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 acres of shoreline parks, more segments of the Bay Trail completed than any other city, several recreational boat harbors and yacht clubs, and thousands of acres of contiguous inland regional parks and open space. The City has substantial economic resources but is still affordable compared to other Bay Area cities. Our community is welcoming, diverse, and actively engaged.
Richmond is truly the City of Pride and Purpose!
Immigration Reform Control Act

In compliance with the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by the City of Richmond will be required to show documentation of eligibility to work in the United States as a condition of employment.
Non-Discrimination Policy

The City of Richmond is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, citizenship, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision-making, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, or military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
Disaster Service Workers

California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declares all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here.

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The summary of benefits provided in these documents does not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in these documents may be modified or revoked without notice.