Public Art Coordinator

City of Reno•City of Reno, NV

About The Position

The Public Art Coordinator is part of the Arts & Culture Division of the City of Reno’s Public Works Department. The position coordinates public art projects and programming that contribute to the community’s cultural identity and experience. It supports planning and implementation of public art initiatives, including artist selection, scheduling, temporary exhibitions and installations, outreach, and coordination with artists, City departments, contractors, and community partners. The role balances multiple projects while maintaining documentation, supporting budgets and contracts, and helping move projects and programs from planning through implementation. The position supports the Public Art Master Plan and Arts & Culture Commission objectives; coordinates public art logistics, contracts, reporting, grants, and artwork records; and represents the Arts & Culture Program at events and community meetings. The City has one current vacancy and may use the recruitment list to fill future vacancies. Hiring will begin after the recruitment closes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in arts, fine arts, art history, arts administration, cultural planning, public administration, or a closely related field.
Three years of full-time professional experience in public arts programs, including experience working with a regional artists’ community.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Coordinate planning and administration of public art initiatives, including artist selection, project timelines, and compliance with City policies.
Support implementation of the Public Art Master Plan and strategic objectives established by the Arts & Culture Commission.
Act as a liaison among artists, City departments, contractors, and community members to facilitate collaborative arts projects.
Develop and implement outreach and engagement strategies to promote participation in public art programs.
Coordinate logistics for temporary exhibitions, public installations, and rotating art programs in City-managed spaces.
Prepare and review contracts, scopes of work, and deliverables for artists, consultants, and vendors to ensure adherence to program requirements.
Support budget development, monitor project expenditures, and prepare fiscal and programmatic reports.
Maintain project documentation, update the art collections database, and track public artwork inventory.
Draft and edit reports, promotional materials, meeting packets, and website and social media content related to public art programming.
Research and assist with grant applications and support tracking grant deliverables and funding cycles.
Provide guidance to temporary, part-time, or volunteer staff on tasks related to public art project implementation.
Represent the Arts & Culture Program at public events, community meetings, and stakeholder discussions.
Respond professionally and accurately to inquiries from the public and internal partners.
Perform other non-essential duties as assigned.