Special Projects Coordinator, Part-time

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Special Projects Coordinator will provide key project management support to coordinate the deliverables of the three-year Designing for Accessibility project, funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) focused on accessible design. This position is part of a dynamic, inclusive, and creative team who are committed to ensuring the Denver Art Museum is a museum for all. This position is temporary and part-time, estimated at 24-hours per week from November 1, 2024, through August 31, 2027.

This position reports to the Associate Director of Lifelong Learning and Accessibility and works closely with the Interpretive Specialist for Architecture and Design, within the Learning and Engagement department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the planning and development of deliverables connected to the 3-year Designing for Accessibility project focused on accessible design.
  • Develop project timelines and schedules that align closely with the grant deliverables to ensure grant projects are carefully coordinated, teams stay on track and deadlines are met.
  • Schedule and lead planning meetings, create agendas, and follow-up on action items related to project planning.
  • Facilitate project related communications within the core teams, the extended Learning and Engagement team, as well as key stakeholders from other departments (development), and outside consultants.
  • Build systems for project documentation and maintain evaluation data.
  • Monitor the grant budget by building systems for reconciliation and maintaining regular communication with project stakeholders.
• Coordinate community and external partner meeting logistics and attend meetings as necessary (working occasional evenings and weekends may be necessary).
• Actively communicate and work collaboratively with the larger Learning and Engagement Team to ensure successful planning and delivery of the grant program and understanding of how these fit with institutional and departmental priorities.
• Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations.
• Yearly goal setting to support Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.):

• Preferred 2-3 years of experience working in a non-profit or arts and culture organization
• Strong project management skills and experience
• Interest in accessibility, disability justice, and the role design thinking plays in community connection
• Experience working with and alongside diverse community partners on projects
• Strong organizational and project scheduling skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills and an ability to work collaboratively and create consensus
• Ability to find creative solutions in a flexible, and inclusive manner
• Strong computer skills particularly in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Proven ability to make decisions in a timely and responsible manner
• Proven ability to understand and work within institutional priorities

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Subject to interruptions
• May require some light lifting occasionally
• Mental demands: written and oral comprehension, spatial orientation, memorization, mathematical reasoning
• Ability to work in community, outside of the museum campus
• Ability to work on weekend days (Monday through Friday) and occasionally after 5pm

Position type: This position will be covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME-CWU.

Pay: The hiring hourly range for the position is $22.00 – $25.00 based on experience. A $0.50 language differential is available for hours worked for candidates who have Spanish speaking proficiency.

Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership and perks. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has a pay to park option.

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require a phone screen, and 1-2 interviews with hiring manager and panel that will be held in-person at the DAM or via Microsoft Teams video meeting. This position will close on October 9, 2024, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.  Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation.  As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious.  The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.