Public Prog Manager

The Public Prog Manager will support the Director of Public Programs and Engagement in developing, implementing, and evaluating a range of public programs for diverse audiences. The role involves team-level project management, production workflows, and research for programs.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include managing project deadlines, coordinating project meetings, reviewing spending against budgets, and documenting and evaluating programs. The Public Prog Manager will also work with colleagues to develop event logistics, volunteer assignments, and guest engagement.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience producing public programs in a museum or cultural setting, with demonstrated event production and program management skills. The role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, a positive and flexible demeanor, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in art history, art education, arts management, education, or other related field
• 3–4 years’ full-time or equivalent experience producing public programs in a museum or cultural setting
• Demonstrated event production and program management skills and experience
• Existing connections with San Francisco Bay Area community stakeholders, visual artists, performing artists, and/or other cultural community stakeholders
• Knowledge of or experience with Asian and/or Asian American art and culture
• Experience designing, supporting, and evaluating visitor experiences across the full guest journey
• Proven track record of successful program/project management, effective leadership, and staff supervision
• Experience working across multiple digital engagement and project management platforms
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a positive, flexible demeanor
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Superior attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
• Experience training, supervising, and collaborating with volunteers and frontline event staff
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Successful audience development, program evaluation, and grant writing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel, Word) and facility for learning other standard office and project management software programs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave)
• Immediate eligibility to enroll in a voluntary retirement savings program upon hire
• Group Retirement Plan available after 1 year of employment with employer match
• Hybrid schedule for eligible positions