Class Code:  20583

 

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –

HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE

 

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 Iowa.

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