PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Arts Development)

PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Arts Development)

Salary

$19.62 - $26.30 Hourly

Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

9019-0426

Department

Community and Library Services Department

Opening Date

04/23/2026

• Description
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Description

This is an excellent opportunity to work for the Community & Library Services Department working under the direction of the Senior Community & Library Services Supervisor (Cultural Arts) at the Huntington Beach Art Center. The ideal candidate must possess:

• Skills necessary to perform responsible professional duties related to administration, fund development and grant writing, exhibition logistics, marketing, public information, social media, website management and excellent customer service skills.

Note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close once the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received.

This position is a Non-Perm, Part Time

Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 - June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7 1/2% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.

Examples of Essential Duties

Under the direction of the Senior Community & Library Services Supervisor (Cultural Arts):

• Assists with administrative functions including information management; special activities and events planning; fund development, corporate solicitation efforts; and special projects
• Responsible for the marketing of programs and activities by drafting newsletters, promotional brochures, and media/public relations materials
• May assist with website management
• May supervise volunteers assigned to support functions
• Responsible for researching and drafting private, public, and corporate grant submissions
• Acts as liaison to City staff and external organizations
• May be assigned oversight of one or more Cultural Services programs and other duties as required.

The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful performance in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:

Knowledge of:

• The principles and practices of arts and public administration with the emphasis on non-profit finances
• Contemporary art issues and understanding of the broad role of a community art center
• Public relations and marketing.

Ability to:

• Work with a diversity of individuals and community groups on a wide range of projects/programs
• Develop and present ideas and recommendations effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work as part of a team and be available to work unusual schedules including some evenings and weekends.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required. A bachelors degree, preferably in art, social science, communication or related field, is highly desired.

Experience: Three years of directly related experience is required. Experience working for a nonprofit organization or municipality and experience in a cultural arts organization is highly desirable.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:

• Application Review
• Departmental Interview
• Pre-Employment Process
• Appointment

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree or higher
• None of the above

02

If you possess an associates degree or above, please indicate the field of your degree and relevant coursework taken. (If you do not possess a degree, please enter "N/A".)

03

Do you possess at least three (3) years of relevant work experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Indicate the years of experience you possess working for a non-profit organization or municipality.

• None
• At least one (1) year but less than three (3) years
• Three (3) years or more

05

Please describe your experience with cultural arts organization programs. (If you do not possess this type of experience, enter N/A.)

06

Please explain how your education, experience, and/or training have prepared you for this position.

07

Please tell us why you are interested in working part-time at the Huntington Beach Art Center.

08

Are you a CalPERS retired Annuitant?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Huntington Beach

Address 2000 Main Street

Huntington Beach, California, 92648

Phone (714) 536-5492

Website http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/jobs