Job Description
Job Description
Closing : Tuesday January 20th, 2026, at 9 : 00 PM (PST) or once 150 applications are received
Position : Senior Technical Assistant – Public At
Department : Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community Services
Hourly Range : $27.06-$31.32
Classification : Temporary
FLSA : Non-Exempt – Overtime Eligible
This position is grant-funded for a period of up to three (3) years.
Job Summary :
Under the supervision of the Manager of Arts and Museums, the Sr. Technical Assistant – Public Art will support the City's public art initiatives, coordinate art maintenance, review applications for public art on private property, and organize other special projects. The Sr. Technical Assistant – Public Art will work closely with community organizations, government agencies, city departments, and businesses to coordinate public art and community engagement programs. Additionally, the Sr. Technical Assistant – Public Art will generate graphic design and marketing materials related to the public art program and other special projects.
This position is grant-funded for a period of up to three (3) years.
Supervisory Responsibilities :
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Work closely with the Manager of Arts and Museums to develop and implement the City of Lancaster’s Art in Public Places program.Create routine maintenance plans for the City of Lancaster’s expanding public art programReview public art on private property applicationsAct as a lead contact for each of the City of Lancaster’s public art and community engagement programs.Design and produce public art program marketing collaterals and presentationsAssists with public art dedications and press events for the City of LancasterUpdate and maintain the City of Lancaster’s public art inventories, cultural assets, and GIS maps.The duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor. This position is considered non-exempt.
Required Skills :
A strong understanding of design principlesIntermediate skills with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, and IllustratorEffective communication both orally and in writingComprehension and alignment with written and oral directivesCreative problem solving, organizational skills, and critical thinking proficiencyAbility to coordinate a project consisting of multiple elements and timelinesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of workEducation and Experience :
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.A degree in or current enrollment in a college or university majoring in Marketing, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field is desirable.Core Competencies :
Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating informationLearning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to workHandling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversityProfessional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilitySafety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazardsCustomer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customersInforming – Proactively obtaining and sharing informationTeamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsValuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceAllocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectivenessGuiding 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)Disaster Service Worker :
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100-3109, all public employees are declared disaster service workers subject to disaster service activities as may be assigned to them in the event of fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural or man-made disaster
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;
The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov / fair -chance-act / .
The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.