Cultural Arts and Nature Coordinator

Lorain County Metropolitan Park District•Sheffield Village, OH

About The Position

The Cultural Arts and Nature Coordinator works under the direction of the Cultural Arts Manager. The coordinator produces and conducts educational programs related to the arts, nature, and the cultural history of Lorain County; helps plan and produce temporary and permanent displays and exhibits; and supports program and staff scheduling. The role includes supervising seasonal and part-time employees as assigned, setting up and maintaining facilities, and opening and closing the nature center for rentals, rehearsals, and performances. During performances, the coordinator oversees front-of-house staff and the box office and oversees the execution of independent contracts related to theatre productions. The position also performs other related duties as assigned. The coordinator communicates professionally and courteously with large and diverse groups. The regular work is indoors, with a usually moderate noise level. Evening and weekend work is required. The advertised annual salary is $37,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree (preferred) or associate degree in arts, theater, or cultural history.
Experience developing and conducting educational programs is required.
Experience in public relations, customer service, administrative support, and scheduling events and/or staff is necessary.
Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, internet, and email.
Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with coworkers; communicate in writing; and complete forms and reports.
Ability to use a two-way radio.
Basic mathematical skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Working understanding of formulas, calculations, and mixtures commonly used in swimming pool operations.
Ability to follow instructions, address problems involving several variables in a familiar context, and lead or direct work activities.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Valid Ohio driver's license; must be insurable by the Park District's insurance carrier and comply with the Board-approved driving standards policy.
Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
New employees who use tobacco may not be hired under Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in the relevant fields is preferred.
Experience with computer-generated presentations, such as PowerPoint, is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce and conduct educational programs related to the arts, nature, and the cultural history of Lorain County.
Help plan and produce temporary and permanent displays and exhibits.
Coordinate program and staff scheduling.
Supervise seasonal and part-time employees as assigned.
Perform facility setup and maintenance.
Open and close the nature center for rentals, rehearsals, and performances.
Oversee front-of-house staff and the box office during performances.
Oversee the execution of independent contracts related to theatre productions.
Communicate professionally and courteously with large and diverse groups.
Perform related duties as apparent or assigned.