Division Manager, Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (ACME-Cultural Education & Programs)

City of Austin

1d • $91,080 - $117,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The ACME Division Manager ensures that operations, programming, and partnerships are culturally responsive, community-informed, and aligned with the City’s commitment to access, preservation, and activation of arts, culture, and heritage spaces. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience activating cultural facilities, museums, and public spaces through inclusive programming, partnerships, and engagement strategies.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of community resources available and how to use them effectively.
• Knowledge of municipal government operations and applicable regulations.
• Knowledge of contract writing, negotiating techniques, contract law, bid evaluation and cost/price/value analysis.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Ability to negotiate, making independent judgments.
• Ability to resolve contractual or purchasing issues.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.
• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus five (5) years of related experience, including three (3) years which were in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Progressively responsible leadership experience in arts, culture, music, entertainment, or community-centered public sector environments
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-site cultural facilities or programs with diverse community audiences
• Proven ability to design and lead culturally responsive programming that reflects community identity, heritage, and artistic expression
• Strong experience translating policy and strategic priorities into effective operations, programs, and services
• Background in facility operations, including maintenance coordination, capital improvement planning, and space activation
• Experience developing and managing operating and capital budgets in a complex organizational environment
• Proven success supervising and developing staff, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and high performance
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain partnerships with artists, cultural organizations, community stakeholders, and cross-sector partners
• Experience leading high-visibility initiatives and using data, performance metrics, and community feedback to drive decision-making and improve access and participation

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, strategic direction, and management for a division/unit within Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment.
• Sets division policy and ensures division is aligned with department goals.
• Responsible for overseeing the management of all aspects of the development and implementation of existing and new programs under their direction.
• Recommends, develops, or modifies program procedures, guidelines, standards, and policies to achieve program goals and objectives, and determines changes that need to be made in program policies and procedures based on feedback from customers, officials, service providers, and community groups.
• Prepares and monitors division/section budget.
• Performs economic forecasting and evaluation of division/section-related programs.
• Prepares financial summaries/reports for management review.
• Develops and establishes goals and priorities for departmental programs.
• Performs short- and long-term planning.
• Builds strategic alliances among community-based organizations (public, private and/or not-for-profit).
• Conducts needs assessment studies.
• Evaluates program operations for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and City codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Enforces quality assurance/quality control initiatives.
• Attends meetings and conducts presentations to City Council, Boards, and Commissions.
• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager