Public Art Specialist (Senior Management Specialist –Public Art for Public Schools)

Public Art Specialist

(Senior Management Specialist –Public Art for Public Schools)

Public Art for Public Schools (PAPS), a unit within the New York City School Construction Authority, was established in 1989 to oversee the Department of Education's collection of permanent artwork in the city's schools. PAPS commissions site-specific public art for new schools and oversees the preservation of nearly 2000 artworks in the collection. 

We have an excellent career opportunity for a Senior Management Specialist –Public Art for Public Schools. 

Position requires experience in public art, arts project management, gallery management, registrar, curating or art fabrication/design.

Major responsibilities: Coordinate and manage Public Art for Public Schools (PAPS) new permanent art commissions through all phases of development from artist selection to final installation. Serve as liaison between artists, various School Construction Authority (SCA) Departments and Divisions, NYC Department of Education, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, consultants, and outside contractors. Lead and organize meetings with various SCA Departments and Divisions, artists, NYC Department of Education, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, consultants, and outside contractors. Provide curatorial assistance with cultivating artists for PAPS registry, artist selection and press material for PAPS Director. Maintain records and track projects in PAPS database. Recommend approval of artist and consultant expenditures. Responsible for preparation and tracking of all Finance documents and contracts for processing in coordination with appropriate SCA Departments and Divisions. Administer insurance coverage for all PAPS projects. Ensure adherence to design and safety requirements, schedule, budget, codes and standards. Oversee conservation, restoration and maintenance of artwork in the collection. Conduct site visits and condition reports on existing artwork in the collection. Assist with Collection Management programs. Prepare project reports for PAPS Director. Assist Management with special projects and/or initiatives.

Requirements:

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; and five (5) years of full-time experience in consulting, design and implementation of management reports, or operations, and/or management analysis; basic MS office experience; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; retirement savings plans including pension, 401K, 457 and IRA options and generous paid time off are just a sample of our benefits. Salary Range: $72,149.00 - $122,460.00 annually dependent upon qualifications. 

Visit our website https://nycsca.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site & apply to Job R-FY21-44

New York City School Construction Authority is an equal opportunity employer.