Rural Arts Director

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Rural Arts Director

Salary

$54,000.00 - $58,000.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

156637

Agency

Arts Commission

Opening Date

10/10/2023

Closing Date

10/31/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

CE90

Position Number:

61129446

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Band

Band 6

Hiring Range - Min.

$54,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$58,000.00

Opening Date

10/10/2023

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Apply online at www.careers.sc.gov. Please no phone inquiries. After submitting your electronic state application, you may log into your personal GovernmentJobs.com account to check your application status. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Anticipated hire date of January 2024. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter for a complete application. Refer to Supplemental Questions for details.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

37.5 hour work week. A choice of one of the following approved state government flex-time schedules, Monday - Friday: (8:00 - 4:30); (8:15 - 4:45); (8:30 -5:00); (8:45 - 5:15); or (9:00 - 5:30). This is not a remote position. A hybrid in-office/telecommuting schedule is an option after successful completion of a one-year in-person probationary period, as determined by the employee's probationary review. All telecommuting agreements are at the discretion of the Executive Director. Responsibilities will require some additional working hours, nights, and/or weekends as well as in-state travel to several South Carolina counties. There will also be occasional out-of-state travel for training, professional development, professional affiliation, or service opportunities.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The S.C. Arts Commission (SCAC) seeks a creative visionary to perform with excellence while aiding the agency in meeting its mission to provide equitable access to the arts. Working under limited supervision of the Deputy Director, the Rural Arts Director provides leadership for activities related to building participation in the arts and strengthening rural communities through arts initiatives in South Carolina.  They play a vital role in working with rural constituents, grantees, and organizations and provide consulting and assistance to counties or regions of the state. They also participate in strategic planning and budgeting and collaborate closely with other agency programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Rural Arts Director
 
  • Works collaboratively with diverse constituency to implement agency rural programs.
  • Administers and develops short and long-term planning goals for SCAC assigned programs/projects and grant categories in accordance with agency mission, values, and strategic plan.
  • Assigned grants: Art of Community: Rural SC, Rural Libraries Public Engagement.
  • Assigned programs: Art + Ag.
  • Directs and manages the planning and implementation of SCAC rural programs/projects. 
  • Creates programming to serve rural communities and local rural arts organizations statewide.
  • Advises, and facilitates rural community meetings with stakeholders.
  • Coordinates agency efforts to support arts-based, rural community development statewide.
  • Generates MOUs, negotiates agreements, and creates contracts for rural arts programs/projects in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • In partnership with other members of SCAC staff, serves as the Commission's liaison with the rural arts community, rural organizations, and rural artists.
  • Provides consultative services for rural arts constituents. 
  • Serves as a resource and advisor for rural agency programs.
  • Assists with rural cultural planning, development of rural grant applications, budgeting, and rural program administration.
  • Connects rural communities, people, places and economic opportunities via physical spaces or new relationships.
  • Provides leadership to grow resources for rural arts and stimulate networking and informational exchange for rural constituents.
  • Works with other staff to coordinate data/information gathering, analysis, synthesis, and dissemination. 
  • Represents SC Arts Commission at local, statewide, and national cultural activities, meetings, and conferences.
 Other Duties as Assigned

  • Participates in agency strategic planning.
  • Collaborates closely with other agency programs and departments.
  • Fulfills other duties consistent with supporting agency projects, programs, and events.
Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the agency's mission, programs, and objectives. 
  • Knowledge and experience reflecting a broad background in the arts with significant experience in arts programming, arts planning, program development and implementation, community organizing in and for rural communities.  
  • Extensive knowledge of grant application processes.  
  • Knowledge of governmental cultural policy and current trends in rural arts.  
  • Knowledge of needs, makeup, dynamics of municipalities, rural communities, local, rural arts councils, and rural community arts groups.  
  • Knowledge of recent research, trends and studies related to rural arts engagement and experience in building participation in rural arts programs.  
  • Knowledge of and experience preferred in effective public relations tactics.
  • Experience working in diverse capacities with people who represent a broad spectrum of socio-cultural and socio-economic positions.  
  • Experience in explaining complex processes to various stakeholders.  
  • Experience in administering a local arts agency or rural based non-profit organization.
  • Experience in managerial level rural program operations, organizational development, finance, and strategic planning.
  • Experience in facilitating group processes (i.e., panels, community meetings, learning experiences), both in person and virtual.  
  • Experience working in grant allocation programs and a general understanding of fundraising.  
  • Experience in rural program design, implementation, and evaluation. 
  • Experience in conducting needs analysis/assessments, long-range planning, and strategic planning.  
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects.  
  • Excellent communication skills: ability to interpret and analyze narrative, budget, and statistical information and to convey such information effectively using written, graphic, and oral communication. 
  • Excellent self-management of time and work. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), cloud-based database and project management technologies, internet research, and video conferencing platforms.  
  • Ability to develop partnerships, nurture collaborations, and to work within the confines of a government entity.  
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships and communicate in a professional manner with agency executives, staff, board, funders, governmental officials, and the public.  
  • Ability to take initiative and consistently meet deadlines. 
  • Ability to negotiate and exercise excellent judgment and discretion.  
  • Ability to speak Spanish is a bonus.


Minimum and Additional Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree* and three (3) years of experience in the assigned programmatic arts area.
  • Punctuality, regular attendance, and adherence to daily work schedule are essential. Statewide travel, evening, and weekend work is sometimes required, as well as light lifting and long periods of sitting.
  • The employee may be required to operate a state vehicle; must possess and maintain a valid S.C. driver's license.
  • Employment is contingent upon the results of a favorable reference check and a criminal background check, which includes information from the S.C. Law Enforcement Department (SLED). 
* Degree must be from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree* in an arts discipline, arts administration, arts education, public administration, business administration, or rural development and five (5) years of professional experience in arts management and programming, community development, creative placemaking or related areas.  


An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the degree.


* Degree must be from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.



Additional Comments

Mission: The mission of the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is to promote equitable access to the arts and support the cultivation of creativity in South Carolina.  We envision a South Carolina where the arts are valued and all people benefit from a variety of creative experiences.

The South Carolina Arts Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer actively committed to ensuring diversity.

Benefits for State Employees
 
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
 
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
 
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
 
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
 
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualification requirements. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification of this application and any attachments will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination if hired. By answering "Yes" below, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions.
  • Yes
  • No
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In addition to your resume, please provide a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages that provides relevant examples of your experience and/or achievements. Failure to attach a resume and cover letter will result in your application being deemed as incomplete. Please confirm your attachments by clicking Yes or No.
  • Yes
  • No
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Please select your highest level of education:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
04
Is your degree(s) in an arts discipline, arts administration, arts education, public administration, business administration, or rural development?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Please list your degree(s) to include major, field or discipline.
06
Do you have five (5) years professional experience in arts management and programming, community development, creative placemaking or related areas?
  • Yes
  • No
07
I understand that this is not a remote position, but that (if hired) employees may be considered for part-time telecommuting following one year of satisfactory work performance with the agency, at the discretion of the Executive Director.
  • Yes
  • No
08
I understand that statewide travel, evening, and weekend work is sometimes required.
  • Yes
  • No
09
I understand the agency hiring range for this position to be $54,000 - $58,000; I also understand that the SCAC is the sole evaluator of an applicant's applicable skill sets and relevant job experience and will determine the salary offer.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of South Carolina
Agency
Arts Commission
Address
1026 Sumter St Suite 200

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone
803-734-8696

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.

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