"Program Manager 2 - Public Art - (494947 )"

Job Details

Department: Public Art

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program or department, including the supervision of staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
2. Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
4. Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
5. Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
6. May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
7. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
8. May serve as property custodian for the department.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

The Program Manager for Public Art UHS oversees the operations, communications, and logistics for the department. This role provides broad support for the planning and execution of public art programs, events, and initiatives across the University of Houston System. The Program Manager works closely with internal and external partners to ensure successful execution of events and engagement activities.

1. Manages all aspects of Public Art UHS operations, including scheduling, communications, budgeting, and record-keeping.
2. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures to track timelines, deliverables, and evaluations of projects and programs.
3. Assists with the administration and care of the collection and exhibitions, including preparing and maintaining condition reports, updating database records, coordinating shipping and installation logistics, and managing outgoing and incoming loans.
4. Supports the planning & logistical coordination for programs, meetings, and other departmental activities. Staffs events as necessary.
5. Supports marketing and communications outreach for programs and events, including creating digital and print content.
6. Assist in preparing presentations, publications, and digital content to promote the collection and its programs.
7. Facilitate communication between campus partners, community members, and the Public Art UHS team.

Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 1–3 years of experience in administrative, logistical, or event coordination roles (arts or university setting preferred).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database or project management tools.
• Graphic design experience a plus.

Skills & Attributes
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Experience will be considered in lieu of education.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.