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Arts Director

Des Moines - 50315 - Polk County, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$69K/yr - $122K/yr

4+ years exp

The Iowa Economic Development Authority is dedicated to making Iowa the choice for people and business by building partnerships, leveraging resources, and strengthening economic and community vitality. In this role, you’ll lead a dynamic team of IEDA arts team staff members, administer impactful grant programs, coordinate and collaborate with the Iowa Arts Council advisory, and champion the arts as a catalyst for economic prosperity across Iowa.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Arts team, advancing arts initiatives and fostering creativity, learning, and participation statewide

Lead the Arts team. Coach, guide, and evaluate assigned team members, manage workloads, and track projects

Coordinate and directly collaborate with the Iowa Arts Council advisory, to provide recommendations for the development and implementation of Iowa’s strategic arts plan

Oversee state and federally funded arts programs, ensuring compliance, effective fund distribution, and impactful service delivery

Serve as the primary relationship manager for arts-related projects, representing IEDA at conferences, site visits, and regional gatherings

Administer partnership agreements, including with the National Endowment for the Arts, and manage a multi-million dollar budget

Qualification

Program ManagementRegulatory KnowledgeLeadership SkillsStrategic LeadershipGrant AdministrationCollaborationMentoring

Required

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to four years of full-time work in program administration, development, management, or operations

Eight years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

All of the following (a and b): a. Four years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education

All of the following (a, b, and c): a. Two years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience; and c. A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position

Preferred

Ability to promote the arts as a driver of community vitality within the bounds of state and federal regulations

Proven experience managing programs involving state or federal grant funding

Ability to mentor and direct a team

Benefits

Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.

Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.

Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.

Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).

Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.

Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives.