Creative writing Jobs in Palmdale, CA

Arts Program Leader

Under the general supervision, the Arts Program Leader will assist in a variety of tasks associated with the organization and implementation of programs and services at the City of Lancaster's MOAH: CEDAR campus. Art Program Leaders assist in the day-to-day operations of the MOAH: CEDAR campus, as well as support the weekly roster of public programs, and activate the MOAH: CEDAR galleries' ongoing, community-based exhibitions. The Art Program Leader MOAH: CEDAR supports dynamic exhibitions and events program across multiple arts and museums facilities. Art Program Leaders work an average of 18 hours per week and must be available to work a flexible schedule that includes work evenings, nights and weekends.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Examples of Duties:

• Assists in the preparation, organization, and facilitation of MOAH: CEDAR's specialized programs including but not limited to Spotlight Caf Open Mic Nights, Live Figure Drawing Sessions, and other special events.
• Guides regular exhibition tours and hosts specialized workshops.
• Organizes and staff community outreach events taking place across Los Angeles County and beyond.
• Writes educational materials, including but not limited to, tour scripts, project proposals, educational resources, and website text.
• Works with community stakeholders, such as artists, collectives, or other community-based organizations to deliver MOAH: CEDAR's programs.
• Set up and tear down special events.
• Maintain clean and organized facilities.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Skills:

• Ability to organize
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants and the public
• Ability to interpret and carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Possess interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision; ability to work in a team environment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers
• Must be well organized, highly motivated, and possess good writing, typing, speaking and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of or an interest in, and appreciation of, the visual arts and history is preferred
• Ability to organize and coordinate a variety of duties related to assigned project
• Ability to assist in organizing and implementing cultural activities
• Ability to perform clerical functions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance. Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Arts or a related field is desirable. Spanish language fluency is desirable.

Supplemental Information:

Core Competencies:

• Problem Solving Analytically and logically evaluating information
• Learning Agility Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
• Handling Stress Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Safety Focus Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Customer Focus Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
• Informing Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Teamwork Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Allocating Resources Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness

Guiding Principles:

• Put people first.
• Be visionary.
• Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
• Be Fiscally Responsible.
• Be Creative.
• Always Improving.
• Be Adaptable and Resilient.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)
• Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
• To move, transport, position items up to 15 lbs. (frequent)
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (infrequent)
• Operate Equipment (none)
• Stationary or squatting position (frequent)

Environmental Factors:

• Work under time pressure (moderate to frequent)
• Interruptions (frequent)

Essential Cognitive Functions:

• Analyze (continuous)
• Computations (frequent)
• Generate Written Work Product (moderate)
• Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
• Interruptions (frequent)
• Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
• Organize (frequent)