Job Details

Art In Public Spaces Program Manager

Position Number: 6384158
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Other Fine & Applied Arts

Art In Public Spaces Program Manager

Requisition Number: 65972
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 29-Jul-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Planning Design & Construction (PD&C) at CU Boulder encourages applications for an Art In Public Spaces Program Manager! This position is responsible for the management of all art placed in public spaces within the three Boulder campus properties, and is responsible for the management of a student exhibition program.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The PD&C department is responsible for the planning, design and construction of buildings on campus, in support of CU Boulder's academic mission. Campus Planning focuses on long-range planning and capital development functions of the organization as a balanced counterpart to the project-related functions of Campus Design & Construction. Campus Planning staff strive to guide campus development in a way that gives physical form to the university's mission, vision, and programs through the effective use of human, environmental, and financial resources.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Art in Public Spaces

Catalog & maintain the art in public spaces including sculpture, paintings and other forms of art.
Monitor the condition of artworks, identifying conservation needs and coordinating necessary restoration work.
Develop collection management plan to ensure the preservation and documentation of the art in public spaces.
Serve on the Art in Public Spaces Committee in the evaluation and selection of new pieces of public art through state funded projects, potential donations and de-accessioning of pieces as needed.
Fiduciary responsibility for annual art budget and student exhibition program budget.
Seek external funding and grants to support conservation and restoration programs.

Student Exhibition Program

Develop and oversee annual call for entries and jury of two student sculpture placements.

Strategic Duties

Work with campus planners to understand Campus Master Plan relating to site planning.
Coordinate with campus departments as needed to coordinate inspection and restoration of public art collection.
Provide subject matter expertise on the restoration of public art collection.
Grant writing as required to seek additional funding for art.

What You Should Know

This is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week.

What We Can Offer

The salary for this 50% position is $24,480 - $30,600 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Be Statements

Be creative. Be excited. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelors of Fine Art with curatorial and public art management expertise. Equivalent, relevant experience can substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.
Minimum one year experience in art related field.

What You Will Need

Communication and presentation skills including written, oral and graphic.
Proficiency in data-based computer programs.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 29, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Art-In-Public-Spaces-Program-Manager/65972