Education Outreach Program Coordinator

Pay Range

Pay Range $18.75 - $25.00 Per Hour

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

S4

Non-exempt

Standard University business hours

11:15am – 8:15pm (academic year and summer hours)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Full-time

Not Applicable

Reporting to the Executive Director the Education Programs Coordinator will provide critical mission support for high quality educational engagement, outreach activities, and community and external relations for the Community Folk Art Center’s ( CFAC ) presenting series and special projects. Primary duties include but are not limited to enhancing arts education and community relations related projects and initiatives; proactively coordinating the creation of promotional materials for educational and community programs;

coordinating project teams, documenting and monitoring project goals and outcomes, engaging faculty, and providing event support as needed. The position will also participate in planning and implementing the integration of CFAC’s programming activities into the College of Arts and Sciences and Syracuse University academics, programs and groups, in addition to local schools and community organizations through strategic and coordinated planning and communication.

• Bachelor’s degree in arts education, Performing or Visual Arts or related degree and 3-5 years of experience in arts administration or related work experience required. This position works with minors.
• Successful completion of a standard criminal background check is required.

• Intermediate analytical and intermediate problem-solving skills; research and data gathering skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, basic negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and ability to be a self-starter.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Professional suites.
• Working knowledge of People Soft and university budget systems ( FAB ) preferred.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends based on assigned work schedule, projects and performance schedules.

• Enhancing and modifying programs Community Folk Art Center ( CFAC ). Planning and implementation of educational programs focused on but not restricted to: increasing exhibitions, film screenings, gallery talks, workshops and courses in the studio, the Creative Arts Academy ( CAA ), performing and expressive arts for CFAC and engaging youth and University audiences.
• Executing assigned education and outreach planning goals from CFAC Executive Director, enhancing plans and projects for best results.
• Assembling project teams with CFAC , community partners (incl. local schools, libraries, youth programs); coordinating meetings; assisting with goal creation, outcomes, and next steps.
• Coordinating advertising and marketing materials in collaboration with CFAC
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• Recruiting programs, negotiating terms, scheduling events, and managing registration for events.
• Providing onsite assistance and ensuring that education materials are provided to supplement artistic exhibitions, catalogues, dramaturgical notes for performances, and providing excellent research to support those activities.
• Manage, coordinate and enhance educational activities connecting CFAC and other special initiatives such as SU Wellness, public libraries, and education directors at regional arts/cultural centers to Syracuse University academics; increasing University student attendance, and support institutional strategic plans.
• Planning of educational and performance…