Public Arts Coordinator

The work involves responsibility for administering and promoting the City of Syracuse's Public Art Program, while advancing cultural programming, creative placemaking initiatives and community engagement activities throughout the City. The incumbent serves as staff support to the Public Art Commission, and works collaboratively with artists, cultural organizations, neighborhood groups, businesses, community stakeholders and City departments to enhance Syracuse's cultural identity and vibrancy.

The position works closely with the City's Nightlife Coordinator to support cultural events, festivals, public activations and initiatives that contribute to Syracuse's creative economy and quality of life. Due to the nature of community engagement, public meetings, special events, festivals and cultural programming, the position may require evening and weekend work. Certain assignments made to employees in this class may require reasonable access to transportation to meet field work requirements in a timely and efficient manner.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation. Considerable independent judgement is exercised in planning, coordinating and implementing programs and projects. Supervision is not a function of this class. Does related work as required.

• Oversees the review and approval process for public art installations.
• Manages public art projects.
• Maintains the City's public art inventory.
• Pursues grant funding opportunities.
• Coordinates community outreach and educational programming.
• Advises and assists the Public Art Commission and related advisory bodies in the fulfillment of their duties, including the development, implementation and evaluation of the City of Syracuse's Public Art Master Plan.
• Compiles and maintains Public Art Commission records, correspondence, agendas, minutes, resolutions and other official documentation.
• Assists artists, organizations and community groups in preparing applications for public art projects, and presents completed applications to applicable City and State departments, Boards and agencies.
• Supervises and oversees the review and approval process for public art projects, including coordination among the Public Art Commission, neighborhood organizations, City departments and regulatory agencies.
• Facilitates public engagement opportunities and gathers community input regarding proposed public art projects and cultural initiatives.
• Maintains a comprehensive inventory and archive of the City's public art collection, including artist information, contracts, maintenance requirements, project records and related documentation.
• Provides direction regarding the preservation, management, maintenance and stewardship of the City's public art collection.
• Develops, manages and updates public art and cultural programming content for City websites, social media platforms and promotional materials.
• Assists in the facilitation of public art exhibitions, installations and displays in municipal facilities and public spaces.
• Supports cultural programming, creative placemaking initiatives and community engagement activities that enhance neighborhood identity and quality of life.
• Collaborates with the Nightlife Coordinator, cultural organizations, artists, businesses and community stakeholders to support festivals, public activations, entertainment initiatives and cultural events throughout the City.
• Assists in planning and implementing initiatives the City of Syracuse's arts, culture, entertainment, tourism and creative economy sectors.
• Serves as a liaison with artists, architects, cultural organizations, neighborhood groups, business associations, educational institutions, community stakeholders and government agencies.
• Identifies opportunities to activate public spaces through arts, culture, entertainment and community-based programming.
• Assists with coordinating public meetings, workshops, educational programs, artist talks, public input sessions and outreach activities.
• Develops and distributes promotional materials and public communications in collaboration with the Office of Communications.
• Identifies, pursues, prepares and administers grant applications and funding opportunities from Federal, State, local and private sources to support public art and cultural programming.
• Manages all phases of City-sponsored public art projects, including project planning, artist selection, contract administration, budgeting, fabrication,…