Program Coordinator - Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara; Limited

Job Functions And Percentages Of Time

Job Posting Details (External)

Position Number:

Payroll

Title:

BLANK AST 3 (CX)

Job Code: 004722

Job Open Date: 9/03/2026

Application Review Begins: 9/21/26

Department Code (Name): Arts & Lectures (ALEC)

Percentage of Time: 0.25 (25%)

Union Code (Name): CX-Clerical/Admin

Employee Class (Appointment Type): 4 - Staff:
Limited

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $30.82/hour
. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $30.82 - $44.16/hour
.

Work Location: 110 Castilian Dr, Suite 100 & various venues within SB County

Working Days and

Hours:

Variable ~ 10 hours/week; occasional nights & weekends as required

Benefits Eligibility: N/A

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Yes - This position offers some flexibility for remote work; however, remote work is not available during active Viva el Arte residencies, when on-site/in person presence is required.

Department Marketing Statement: Arts and Lectures (A&L) is a large, robust, complex, primarily self-supporting, non-academic unit that supports the academic mission of the university. A&L is the largest presenting organization between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and is one of the most visible, public-facing departments ough more than 150 events annually, A&L partners with faculty and academic departments, community organizations and leaders, university administrators, philanthropists and funders to create opportunities that integrate with and complement university curricula and create community connections.

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The Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara Program Coordinator provides part‑time administrative, logistical, and community engagement support for UCSB Arts & Lectures' Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara initiative. This position helps ensure the successful planning and implementation of free, high-quality performances and educational activities that celebrate the richness and diversity of Latine arts and cultures throughout Santa Barbara County. Working collaboratively with Arts & Lectures staff, community partners, artists, and volunteers, the Coordinator serves as an ambassador for the Viva program and supports all aspects of event preparation, artist hospitality, community communications, volunteer coordination, and post-event documentation.

This is a limited appointment position requiring a flexible schedule that includes occasional evenings and weekends during program activities.

• High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• 1-3 years:
  Demonstrated experience coordinating community programs, events, educational activities, or similar initiatives.
• Experience working with diverse communities and populations.

• Experience in arts administration, cultural programming, nonprofit organizations, or higher education

• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free Environment
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in…