Position Summary: The Programs Coordinator reports to the Director of Programs and Engagement and is responsible for coordinating program-related experiences for youth, families, and adults. This position requires a highly energetic and organized person who cares deeply about making arts experiences and education accessible to the community by collaborating with diverse organizations, schools, partners, and artists. The Programs Coordinator will also be working closely with the Programs Manager.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in developing, delivering, and supporting all Center programs, with an emphasis on youth programming.
- Serves as the main point of contact for program instructors, volunteers, participants, and stakeholders to ensure program needs are met.
- Provide content and details including program descriptions, schedules, timelines, teacher bios, headshots, and contact information for various platforms, both internal and external.
- Support the department with fulfillment of program partnership and agreements.
- Support the department’s outreach efforts to ensure visibility throughout the community.
- Support the department’s ongoing marketing and promotional initiatives.
- Support instructors and volunteers in a way that cultivates a positive, mutually beneficial relationship.
- Schedule and facilitate field trips, school programming, youth art competitions, and other youth- centered opportunities.
- Organize end of semester performances, art exhibitions, and receptions as needed.
- Provide a supportive and welcoming environment for all program participants and instructors.
- Assist with tracking attendance for programs.
- Oversee day-to-day arrival and dismissal of students.
- Provide support to volunteers for on- and off-site programs.
- On occasion, assist with execution of large-scale fundraising events and programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Programs Coordinator
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Fine Arts, Education, or related field.
- Adept in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management platforms.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to effectively communicate messages to engage and inspire support of the Center's programs.
- Flexible, adaptable, resourceful style.
- Friendly, confident, and adept at connecting with others.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with capacity to multitask.
- Enthusiasm for supporting collaborative work between staff, partners, stakeholders, and volunteers.
- Ability to make sound independent judgments and help create exceptional educational programs within tight time/budget constraints.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to move documents and supplies up to 25 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
- Occasional weekend and evening availability required during Center special events.
Hourly rate is commensurate with experience.
To apply, please submit a full application, resume, and letter of interest including salary requirement and available start date to bkreamer@thomasvillearts.org. The application is available online at www.thomasvillearts.org.
Thomasville Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants who contribute to the diversity of our organization are encouraged to apply.
