Class Code: 20583
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
ARTS PROGRAMMER 1
DEFINITION
Performs at the entry/full
performance level professional arts program planning of limited technical scope
and depth; provides basic technical assistance to constituents regarding grant
programs and other arts division programs; performs related work as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies
listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary
basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Drafts plans for and, with
supervision, implements a project or workshop.
Researches topics and
produces drafts of documents, articles, or other materials that provide helpful
information to arts council constituents.
Comprehends and applies agency
programs, policies, and operating procedures.
Responds to citizen
questions relative to the budget and other program activities and interacts
with other state government agencies, including the Iowa General Assembly.
Understands and utilizes
criteria and guidelines for arts-related grant programs offered by the State of
Responds to basic technical
assistance inquiries from grant applicants.
Researches data about
artists, arts organizations, and resources to update listings and keep them
current.
Applies general knowledge
of the arts or public administration to tasks in assigned program areas.
Recognizes prominent trends
and patterns in the program areas assigned.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of principles,
techniques, current trends, laws, and policies concerning nonprofit
organizational management.
Knowledge of several arts
disciplines, e.g., visual arts, music, dance, or theater and the needs and
abilities of artists in those disciplines.
Knowledge about grant work,
including fundraising research and fundamentals of applying for grants.
Knowledge of the functions
and organization of state government.
Ability to interpret and
apply agency policy.
Ability to learn agency
program content, policies, and procedures.
Ability to plan work, think
conceptually, observe and evaluate trends, analyze data, draw logical
conclusions, and make sound decisions and recommendations.
Ability to express clearly
and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and
maintain effective working relationships with other people, and work
effectively in a team setting.
Displays high standards of
ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and
integrity. Refrains from theft-related,
dishonest or unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with
internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite,
courteous, and cooperative manner.
Committed to quality service.
Displays a high level of
initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and
attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to
supervision. Follows policy and
cooperates with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the
needs, priorities and goals of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates
cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.
Fosters commitment and team spirit.
Expresses information to
individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature
of the information. Listens to others
and responds appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Four years of post high
school education or experience in arts, nonprofit, or public administration at
the local, regional, state, or national level;
OR
an equivalent combination of experience and
education substituting one year of the required experience for each year (30
semester hours or one year) of the required education.
NOTE:
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening
and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services –
Human Resources Enterprise. Apply
directly to the Arts Division of the Department of Cultural Affairs.
Effective
Date: 01/08 SA