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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) · 1 day ago

Arts Program Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a strategic and creative public art professional. This role is responsible for shaping how public art contributes to increased ridership and enhancing customer experience across the Metro rail and bus network.

Association

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manages the development and implementation of WMATA’s Arts Master Plan and annual work plans on behalf of division leadership

Establishes program goals, performance metrics, and evaluation frameworks in collaboration with division leadership and Planning & Performance

Identifies and implement scalable and efficient programs for art integration in capital projects, renovations, new construction, and community initiatives

Oversees the full lifecycle of public art projects, including concept development, design, fabrication, installation, and dedication, while collaborating with Facilities to ensure cohesive asset management and maintenance plans

Prepares project scopes, timelines, and budgets for all art projects

Coordinates with Facilities, Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Operations, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of art

Works with division leadership to curate rotating exhibitions, temporary art programs, and special events throughout the Metro system

Ensures compliance with safety standards, ADA requirements, and WMATA design guidelines for all art projects

Conducts artist selection processes, including RFQs, panel facilitation, contract negotiation, and technical support

Maintains the public and community arts program budget track expenditures, and secure grants, sponsorships, and donations

Leads community art and engagement initiatives, organize public meetings, and implement strategies to ensure diverse artist and community participation

Maintains and stewards WMATA’s art collection, including registry, conservation plans, maintenance protocols, and insurance

Works with the Communications and Marketing teams to develop and execute engagement strategies to promote the public and community arts program through media, community engagement campaigns, and events

Supports governance and advisory functions by staffing committees, preparing reports, and facilitating policy development

Maintains partnerships with arts organizations, cultural institutions, and community groups, and work with division leadership to represent WMATA in public art forums

Qualification

Public art managementCultural programmingProject managementCommunity engagementBudget managementArtist partnershipsSafety complianceEvaluation frameworksCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies, Urban Planning, or a related field

Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience managing public art programs, cultural projects, or similar initiatives preferably in transit, civic, or institutional settings

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred

Advanced degree in Arts Administration, Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies, Urban Planning, or a related field preferred

Company

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)

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Founded in 1967

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.wmata.com

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