Public Art and Placemaking Intern City of Durham 93 reviews - Durham, NC $20 an hour - Part-time, Temporary, Internship The City of Durham General Services Department (GSD) is proud of our work supporting the sustainable growth of the "Bull City". Home to great weather year-round, friendly people, beautiful natural sites, a prominent art culture, rich history and award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries and breweries it's no wonder that Durham is one of the top places in the U.S. to live, work, and play. The 4th largest municipality in the state, Durham's population has grown by 11 new residents and 5 new households EVERY DAY for the past 10 years. With all this growth, supporting a well-run organization is more important than ever. But to do this, we need the very best people. When you join the General Services Department, you are joining a team of innovative, highly-qualified, service-oriented individuals committed to the stewardship of the physical and environmental assets of the City we all love. The department's portfolio of responsibilities includes the acquisition and sale of properties, design and management of new construction and renovation projects, building maintenance, landscaping and horticultural services, pruning, planting and removal of trees, cemeteries management, and supporting the nonprofit Keep Durham Beautiful, among others. Building and maintaining city facilities and public spaces is what we do. Supporting the quality of life and serving as a foundation of a healthy economy for all Durham residents is why we do it. Use your unique skills to make a difference, to give back to the Durham community. General Service Department work culture is one that offers the opportunity for professional growth, to work with other innovative, talented people, and to do meaningful and important work. Be part of something great. Join us as we build the future of Durham together. Hourly Rate: $20.00 Work Days: Part Time 25 hours a week, Monday Friday, flexible work schedule Work Hours: Varies/Possible Weekend Hours Duration: Ends December 28, 2018 Provide direct support in the management and implementation of the public art program and related activities for the City. This is accomplished by developing and administering public art projects and programs in accordance with the Durham Cultural Master Plan and Public Art Policy. Duties/Responsibilities: * Manages the implementation of temporary and permanent public art projects at various stages of development, including facilitating artist selection panels, the artist selection process, and overseeing the design, fabrication and installation of artworks. * Prepares, disseminates, and solicits Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals to announce public art opportunities; negotiates contractual obligations with artists and stakeholders. * Serves as a liaison between artists and City departments, construction/project managers, relevant project stakeholders, Public Art Committee members and the public. * Establishes and maintains relationships with artists, arts organizations, businesses, and other groups. * Prepares memos, presentations, reports and other materials for City Council and Public Art Committee meetings.

• Assists in planning and coordinating public art engagement events and dedications. * Researches, develops and pursues funding sources through grant opportunities and project funds. * Develops program evaluation metrics for public art projects and for assessing program policies and procedures. * Maintains inventory of the City's public art collection and assists with maintenance and care as needed. Minimum Qualifications & Experience: * Knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree in arts administration, economic development, community development, public administration, public policy, or related field. * 2 or more years of experience in project management, arts administration, and/or public administration. * Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. * Valid NC Class C Driver's License or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. Additional Preferred Skills: * Knowledge of the Durham community and arts community. * Familiarity with municipal government processes and procedures. * Experience working in cultural institutions. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Detail-oriented with a high level or motivation, creativity and organization. * Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks appropriately. * Experience with Adobe Suite, particularly Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. 7 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like PR intern - Fall 2018 Koroberi Durham, NC 30+ days ago Easily apply Public Relations Intern Fleishman-Hillard Raleigh, NC 28 days ago * Public Art Placemaking Intern jobs in Durham, NC * Jobs at City of Durham in Durham, NC * Public Art Placemaking Intern salaries in Durham, NC City of Durham City of Durham 93 reviews Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume