Program Director - Cultural Affairs - City of Chicago

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PROGRAM DIRECTOR – CULTURAL AFFAIRS, INSTITUTIONAL GIVING

DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS (DCASE)

Marketing and Development Division

Number of Positions: 1

Starting Salary: $99,504.00

The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) supports artists and cultural organizations, invests in the creative economy, and expands access and participation in the arts throughout Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods. As a collaborative cultural presenter, arts funder, and advocate for creative workers, our programs and events serve Chicagoans and visitors of all ages and backgrounds, downtown and in diverse communities across our city — to strengthen and celebrate Chicago.

 

DCASE produces some of the city’s most iconic festivals, markets, events, and exhibitions at the Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park, and in communities across the city — serving a local and global audience of 25 million people. The Department offers cultural grants and resources, manages public art, supports TV and film production and other creative industries, and permits special events throughout Chicago.

 

Under direction, the Program Director – Cultural Affairs will serve as the Director of Institutional Giving and plan and implement strategies for contributed income raised annually via corporate, foundation, state, and federal grants as part of the Marketing and Development Division of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. In this capacity, the position performs the following:

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• In collaboration with the Executive team and Deputy Commissioner, develop and implement strategic plans for securing corporate, foundation, state, and federal grants to support arts programming, special events, cultural resources, and other initiatives presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
• Manage and expand grant solicitation efforts by researching and identifying potential grant opportunities aligned with DCASE’s mission and goals; meet with department leadership including program directors to discuss financial needs
• Oversee all grant writing including drafting narrative for applications and proposals; serve as the senior writer, editor, proofreader, reviewer, submitter, and tracker of applications
• With support, manage grants calendar including all application deadlines and ensure that accurate and complex reporting is submitted on time and as required
• Work closely with the Finance team to manage the intake of grant funding through the City of Chicago’s various mandated processes and monitor financial execution of grants for adherence to terms and conditions of the agreement
• Supervise full-time and/or temporary staff
• Participate in a variety of internal and external meetings involving a range of issues related to institutional giving and grants; attend events as necessary to promote DCASE programs and services
• Prepare and provide internal activity reports of assigned projects and activities, ensuring objectives and standards are met
• Assist with a variety of DCASE events, programs, and activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional duties may be required for this position.

NOTE: Position will work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work indoors and outdoors during inclement weather.

Location: Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)

Chicago Cultural Center

78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60602

THIS POSITION IS NOT IN THE CAREER SERVICE.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, plus five (5) years of administrative experience in the area of business, marketing, social sciences, visual arts, literary or performing arts, events programming, grantmaking, or arts administration of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met

Equivalencies: Master’s Degree or Doctorate plus four years of experience of which two years are in a supervisory role.

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma at time of processing.

 

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Proficiency in grant writing, grants administration, fundraising, and development
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English and/or Journalism; Business Administration or Public Administration; or Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Art, and/or Arts Administration
• Experience working in the arts and culture or events industry (i.e. Community Arts Organizations, Museums, Theaters, Music and Dance Venues, Festivals)
• Experience working in government settings and/or with government agencies
• Bi-lingual in Spanish

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of departmental activities, policies, and programs. Knowledge of principles and practices of grant writing and grants management. Knowledge of corporate, foundation, state, and federal grant makers.

Abilities: Ability to prepare successful and complex grant applications and reports. Ability to establish and meet deadlines and schedules. Ability to plan, assign, and review the work of direct reports. Ability to work effectively in partnership with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to write and speak Spanish fluently.

Skills: Considerable skill in oral and written communication, research and organization, attention to detail, and financial reporting and monitoring expenses.

Other requirements: Able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Working Conditions: Work indoors and occasionally outdoors in extreme weather conditions and noise. General office environment, using standard office equipment.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago Department of Human Resources

Lori Lightfoot, Mayor Christopher Owen, Commissioner

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on Monday, December 19, 2022.

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Program Manager - Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project - Chicago

Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project

For more information please visit: https://p-nap.org/work-with-us/

Program Manager (posted 11/19/2022)

Position Overview:

Serve as the Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project’s Program Manager (PM) to provide faculty/class coordination for all PNAP initiatives taking place at Stateville Correctional Center. The Program Manager also provides administrative support to the organization and each area of PNAP’s work including arts/exhibitions, University Without Walls, and the Think Tank as well as other community-building initiatives, as it pertains to coordination with Stateville.

Primary Responsibilities:

·        Schedule classes, think tanks, lecture series, UWW advisor visits, and mid-semester faculty meetings;

·        Recruit, onboard, and support faculty in conjunction with BoD teaching committee and director of university curriculum

·        Coordinate faculty placement and selection

·        Purchase materials and printing course books for classes;

·        Coordinate and secure clearances of faculty and guests with prison chaplains;

·        Coordinate and secure gate passes with prison chaplains;

·        Correspond with students around classwork at Stateville regarding student questions and requests;

·        Maintain and keep an updated a student database, faculty folder and other digital folders/documents related to class coordination (e.g. scanning student letters/agreements and organizing in PNAP digital folders);

·        Maintain and regularly update our faculty handbook and student forms such as student agreements, evaluations, release forms, etc

·        Coordinate curricular planning initiatives in conjunction with BoD teaching committee and director of university curriculum;

·        Schedule and provide support for PNAP faculty meetings and orientations, in conjunction with designated PNAP Board members and staff;

·        Participate in organizational and strategic planning;

·        Maintain relationships with chaplains, wardens, and prison administration as needed to ensure efficient class program operations;

·        Establish yearly academic schedule of classes in conjunction with teaching committee and Director of University Curriculum and coordinate annual PNAP faculty/course planning process

·        Develop new organizational structures and processes as needed to ensure efficient and effective programming As time permits, the Project Manager will work with PNAP Board members and staff to support PNAP events and fundraising initiatives.

Pay + Benefits

This is a full-time position. Compensation commensurate with experience. In addition, the position includes a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision.

Preferred Qualifications

·        At least five years experience in program management for community-based organizations or higher-education administration

·        Excellent strategic and comprehensive program management skills

·        Experience and familiarity with prison-industrial-complex-abolition, mass-incarceration, and criminal-justice-impacted movements for social change

·        Understanding of higher education, community or popular education and curricular goals

·        Strong critical thinking skills

·        Demonstrated ability to work effectively in politically sensitive and high-pressure environments

·        Experience with trauma-informed practices for social change movement-building

·        Demonstrated commitment and experience working with Black, Indigenous and people of color communities

·        Demonstrated understanding of how issues such as poverty, immigration status, ability, queerness, and gender intersect with the prison-industrial-complex

·        Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in close relation to a small team working on closely connected projects

·        Owns a car with ability to travel to Stateville on a weekly basis

·        Willingness to work remotely and in person

·        Effective time management skills, including prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, with light supervision

·        Excellent communication and writing skills

·        Excellent team player

Work Environment

·        Position is based in Chicago

·        COVID Considerations: PNAP recognizes that we need to make shifts to address the ongoing challenges of the pandemic on our emotional and physical health. We are working remotely until it is safe to work in-person.

·        Limited travel in the Chicago metro area is required when conditions allow The Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project is an equal-opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people formerly-incarcerated strongly encouraged to apply. 

For consideration, send a resume, and cover letter to trose0226@gmail.com . Please add “Program Manager” in the subject of your email. No calls, please. Position open until filled.

For more information please visit: https://p-nap.org/work-with-us/

Position Start Date: January 2nd
Length of Contract: 12 Months with ability for renewal

Sustainability Coordinator - Oak Park, IL

  

Department/Division Village Manager 

Employment Status: Full-time 

Annual Salary/Grade: $75,000 - $90,000 +/- DOQ/Grade 10 FLSA: Exempt  

Union: Non-Union 

Employment Commission: N/A  

Deadline for Application: Posted until filled, first review of applications   November 14, 2022 

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Sustainability Coordinator provides leadership and resources to advance local climate and  sustainability efforts. The Sustainability Coordinator supports community and Village projects that  align with the impact areas of the Village's adopted climate and sustainability plan. The plan's impact  areas include building performance and energy, transportation and mobility, climate resiliency,  community health, environmental quality, sustainable economic development, healthy food, waste  reduction, biodiversity, and climate plan tracking and updates.  

The Sustainability Coordinator's work products include Village policy analysis and development,  program design and evaluation, engagement with community and government, and oversight of the  Village's municipal aggregation and community solar offerings. This role is within the Village  Manager's Office, and collaborates with internal and external governmental staff and  representatives, citizen commissions, and community partners and institutions. As needed, the  Sustainability Coordinator attends meetings and other events outside of normal business hours. The  role requires skilled and culturally appropriate community engagement, and a commitment to Village  goals of sustainability and equity. 

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: 

Applicants can visit our website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Submit applications and resumes by mail  to: Human Resources, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: jobs@oak park.us; or by fax to: 708-358-5107. The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit  package that includes a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, health &  life insurance, vacation, sick leave & other benefits. 

DEFINITION 

The Sustainability Coordinator conducts policy analysis, program design and evaluation, and community  engagement. The role conducts work under the direction of the Village Manager’s Office, in close  coordination with other Sustainability staff, the cross-departmental Sustainability Team, Environment &  Energy Commission, community partners, and other Village departments. The role will include engaging  diverse community members and stakeholders and facilitating active public participation in environmental  initiatives. 

The Sustainability program portfolio aligns with the impact areas of the Climate Plan: 1.) Energy Use in  Buildings and Housing; 2) Transportation; 3) Extreme Weather; 4) Community Health in Climate &  Sustainability; 5) Sustainable Economic Development; 6) Healthy & Sustainable Food; 7) Waste Reduction; 8)  Parks, Plants & Biodiversity; and 9) Climate Plan monitoring.  

  

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS  

  

As a leader in the climate, sustainability, and environmental justice movement, this staff person must be a  dynamic visionary able to weave multidisciplinary thinking and practice into the fabric of the Oak Park  community. 

The Sustainability Coordinator supports the municipal and community-wide implementation of the Village’s  Board-adopted Sustainability, Climate Action, and Resiliency Plan (“Climate Ready Oak Park Plan”), which  proposes achieving equitable carbon neutrality, resilience to climate change, and triple-bottom-line  sustainability. Implementation of the Climate Ready Oak Park Plan will center on social equity and the  priorities of Oak Park’s most vulnerable community members when developing programs, policies, and work plans.  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

Receives strategic direction from the Deputy Village Manager. Works closely with all Village departments to  educate and assist in the incorporation of sustainable practices as appropriate. The employee is expected to  provide leadership to all Village departments in achieving climate, resilience, and sustainability goals.  

Guidance is provided in alignment with the comprehensive plan; climate plan; Village Code, City policies and  procedures; applicable state and federal laws and regulations, as well as a wide variety of information relating  to sustainable practices, ensuring that initiatives meet legal requirements  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES--Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not  limited to, the following: 

 Essential duties and responsibilities  

1. Manage, coordinate, facilitate, and advise the development, implementation, monitoring, and improvement  of local government policies, programs, and initiatives that promote local environmental, energy, economic,  and social sustainability. Champion integration of social equity into all climate, sustainability, and resilience  programming, policy, and planning. 

2. Facilitate the establishment of sustainability and climate goals for Village programs that are consistent with  policies, desired impacts and outcomes, consideration for the views of interested parties, and other factors.  Be proactive with regard to ensuring that parties affected by climate and sustainability programs are  engaged through disclosure of relevant project information, consultation, and informed participation. 

3. Partner with community groups, institutions, and other stakeholders to co-lead community-wide  implementation of the Sustainability, Climate Action, and Resiliency Plan (Climate Plan). Collaborate with the  Health Department and community organizations to regularly review and update the community climate risk  and vulnerability assessment. 

4. Coordinate the implementation of the community solar program and community electricity aggregation  program. 

5. Serve as a staff liaison to the Environment & Energy Citizen Commission. Co-facilitate the internal Village  cross-departmental staff sustainability team.  

6. In concert with the Environmental Services Manager, provide technical assistance to the Environmental and  Energy Citizen Commission, the Village Board, and Village Departments in the development of climate and  environmental implementation plans by researching and developing strategies to enhance current  programs and implement new initiatives. 

7. Develop and apply appropriate performance standards and metrics applicable to the environment,  community health, safety, security, pollution prevention and abatement, and other policy areas as directed.  Coordinate regular monitoring and updating of the Climate Plan and associated greenhouse gas inventory  and forecast. 

8. Develop and apply various operational controls and monitoring processes to programs in order to meet  sustainability and climate policy commitments and control significant aspects of programs that affect  desired impacts and outcomes. Facilitate the integration of climate, resilience, and sustainability initiatives  across Village operations, programs, plans, and policies. 

9. Analyze Village programs and practices to evaluate and assess their climate and sustainability status and  impacts. Identify environmental attributes of Village activities and services, and identify those that could  have significant impacts on the environment. Prepare reports describing program results and challenges  including co-benefit analysis of programs and initiatives. Maintain data for the purpose of identifying trends  and/or developing programs to accomplish the goals of the Village’s environmental program(s).  

10. Assist other Village Departments and community partners in researching and developing grant opportunities  and other funding and financing programs to improve or implement climate and sustainability practices. Identify and assist in securing grant funds (and materials) from public and private sources. Write grant  proposals; administer grant projects including preparation and submission of grant reports as required. 

11. Draft policies for consideration concerning methods and practices to increase sustainability and climate  efforts throughout the community, and comply with Village, State, and Federal requirements. Actively  collaborate and co-create policy and programs with community-based organizations, frontline organizations, and community leaders.  

12. Develop and coordinate capacity building, education, and outreach efforts to ensure that community  members and Village staff are knowledgeable, trained, and capable of carrying out their respective environmental contributions. Coordinate Village staff training to promote sustainable practices in day-to-day  operations.  

13. Make public presentations to a variety of councils, boards, commissions, and community groups. Regularly  represent the Village at external events, programs, and conferences. 

14. Participate in regional and national learning groups and professional networks and organizations. Engage in  continual learning and remain current in knowledge of best practices in sustainability, climate mitigation,  climate resiliency, and environmental justice.  

15. Maintain confidentiality with regard to sensitive documents and information. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

  

 Knowledge of:  

Issues, laws, and regulations related to all areas of sustainability, environmental quality, and climate  mitigation, including solid waste and resource conservation, stormwater management, air quality  management, transportation, pollution prevention, and public health protection. 

Sustainability and climate action principles, practices, codes and standards, as applied to the delivery  of projects. Knowledge of best practices in leading sustainable communities, successful programs, and  utility and infrastructure systems and trends.  

Racial and social equity principles and practices, and the ways in which historical and ongoing  inequities further marginalize communities of color, immigrant communities, disability communities,  youth and older adults, and lower-income populations. Demonstrated understanding of the  interrelationship of social equity, climate resiliency, environmental justice, and sustainable economic  development.  

Various indices to measure and evaluate sustainability efforts such as International Council for Local  Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) and CDP united reporting system for reporting and tracking a diverse  set of socioeconomic, environmental, and institutional indicators that characterize and influence  environmental sustainability and related programs in the Village. 

Principles and analytical tools for research, data collection and analysis, statistical analysis, technical  writing and data visualization, to determine program feasibility and prepare evaluation reports. 

Ability to: 

Demonstrate passionate interest in equitable sustainability and climate practices.  

Demonstrate ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a diverse community and government  stakeholders. Multilingual skills are preferred. 

Operationalize diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in environmental outreach,  planning, policies, and programs. 

Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the course of work including  the general public, Village employees, community or civic leaders, public sector officials and staff, and  partner agencies and organizations.  

Excellent writing, editing, communication, and meeting facilitation skills. Effectively communicates  technical information to external and internal audiences orally, in writing, and in presentation form.  Effectively interacts with the public, Village employees, and Village Board and Commissions. Interpret and  explain Village energy and environmental policies and procedures, as well as convey sustainability policy  objectives and methods for their attainment to a variety of audiences through public speaking, training,  community education, and the use of other media. 

Be adept at coordinating and successfully implementing multiple tasks and projects while being results  and detail-oriented. Ability to perform co-benefit analysis for sustainability and climate projects. Experience coordinating comment summary and incorporation into project deliverables. 

Demonstrate experience developing and implementing projects to reduce environmental impact or  achieve sustainability and climate goals. Demonstrated ability to work on multiple concurrent projects  and to achieve desired goals on schedule and within budget. Comprehend broad energy and  environmentally sustainable policy objectives and transform them into action plans and programs. 

Perform data processing, analytical tasks, and data visualization. Utilize spreadsheets and skills or  familiarity with statistical analysis.  

Apply a variety of sustainability indices, draw conclusions, and prepare reports and other information to  be distributed to a variety of audiences. 

Work independently in the absence of supervision and in coordination with other sustainability team  members. Must be a self-starter and quick learner -- someone who is not afraid to ask questions and is  willing to take on additional responsibilities and leadership. Strong time management and organizational  skills are also necessary. 

Maintain accurate work records and data concerning environmentally sustainable issues. Ability to  document research and work collection and processes. 

Understand and follow oral and written instructions. 

Make effective use of computer equipment including word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, and  scheduling software applications, as well as effectively use internet and web resources. 

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.  

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: 

─ Making observations 

─ Communicating with others 

─ Reading and writing 

─ Operating assigned equipment. 

Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.

Experience and Training Guidelines 

Experience: At least four (4) years of professional-level experience that involved direct contact with  community members, performing program development and administration, community outreach and organizing, or research and analysis, in the areas of environmental justice, sustainability, and/or climate  mitigation and resilience, is highly preferred.  

  

AND 

  

Training: Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in  Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Public Policy, Sustainability Studies, or a related field is  strongly preferred.  

  

AND 

Licenses and Certificates: Professional registration in one or more of the following is highly desirable:  American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Professional Engineer (PE), American Institute of Architecture  (AIA), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Sustainability (ISSP-SA or ISSP-CSP), or a nationally recognized Green  Building organization.  

  

OR  

  

Any combination of the above-mentioned experience, training, licenses, and certificates that can  demonstrate through the resume and interview the ability to perform the roles and responsibilities  effectively.  

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Flexible work hours and remote work opportunities are available upon approval of the supervisor, as work  duties permit. Primary office location at Village Hall, with possible local travel to offsite meeting locations.  Sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time; occasional outside environmental  conditions. This position will support internal Village staff and communicate regularly with the general public. 

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS  

As a condition of employment, all Village employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19  and must submit proof of vaccination or a completed exemption form. Those employees who are  not fully vaccinated shall be required to participate in the Village’s COVID-19 testing program and  wear a mask at all times in the workplace except when actively eating or drinking.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: 

Applicants can visit our website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Submit applications and resumes by mail  to: Human Resources, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: jobs@oak park.us; or by fax to: 708-358-5107. The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit  package that includes a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, health &  life insurance, vacation, sick leave & other benefits. 

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: 

Applicants can visit our website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Submit applications and resumes by mail  to: Human Resources, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: jobs@oak park.us; or by fax to: 708-358-5107. The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit  package that includes a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, health &  life insurance, vacation, sick leave & other benefits.