Director of Mural Operations

Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer the Director of Mural Operations oversees the maintenance and quality of the Mural Arts collection (3500 works) and the lots gardens and parks they inhabit. This role is responsible for contract management vendor relationships and ensuring that each murals vision is executed and preserved. The Director manages the Mural Operations team coordinates with internal and external partners and implements best practices for long-term mural preservation and safety.

Essential Functions

•  Lead and manage the Mural Operations team including hiring training and evaluating staff to ensure high-quality and safe mural production.
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of 3500 murals ensuring the preservation of their artistic vision.
• Lead efforts in safety training and skill sharing for artist installers and project managers. Establish a schedule for themed training including internal presentations of case studies coordinating training with outside vendors as necessary and additional skill-building and knowledge sharing as needed. 
• Develop manage and maintain vendor contracts and relationships for all mural maintenance needs including cleaning structural repairs and landscape care.
• Assess potential mural sites evaluate conditions and support Project Managers in cost estimation for site preparation.
• Coordinate with internal teams and contractors to ensure the timely completion of public art projects.
• Research test and evaluate new materials tools and techniques to enhance mural longevity and train staff on new applications.
• Direct the on-site production of over 100 public art projects annually ensuring adherence to operations policies and protocols.
• Oversee inventory management including the maintenance of supplies and equipment valued at over $and manage an annual department budget of approximately $95000.
• Manage a fleet of seven vehicles including scheduling for maintenance and repairs.
• Serve as liaison between Mural Arts and the City of Philadelphia facilitating relationships with community groups local government artists and other stakeholders.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Communication

Clear effective and appropriate verbal and written communication with internal and external groups; ability to listen and understand others; makes a conscious effort to keep others informed; if applicable completes reports on time accurately and grammatically correct.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Effectively works and collaborates with others toward a common goal; builds and maintains cooperative respectful work relationships with internal and external contacts; takes initiative to support the work of the department/organization. 

Problem-Solving

Ability to respond appropriately in routine and complicated situations think out implications of actions independent functioning. Uses sound and reasonable judgment following established protocols when making decisions.

Innovation

Seeks opportunities to identify and implement improvements to current processes systems and methods through small changes or larger innovations.  Encourages others to adopt new ways to do things that promote quality efficiency and effectiveness.

Planning & Organization

Handles competing priorities in a timely fashion by identifying the most important activities or issues to work on; effectively manages own and others time; Maintains organized comprehensive records contracts and documentation required for departmental and program needs including grant and fiscal documentation.

Professional & Ethical Standards

Meets basic work expectations of honesty cooperation integrity courtesy and willingness to learn; Maintains confidentiality according to company policies; Demonstrates technical expertise in job tasks; displays understanding of how job relates to other jobs/departments; Punctual follows through can be relied upon to complete assignments and commitments made to others; Upholds company policies and procedures and demonstrates safe work habits.

Budget Management

Accurate monitoring and control of expenditures and utilization of resources; achieves cost effective results. Adheres to the budget boundaries and documents all expenditures.  Keeps the Finance department apprised of activities that could positively or negatively impact the budget.

*Employee Development

Motivates staff to improve encourages suggestions and solutions; Appropriately and effectively provides feedback to work groups both positive and negative; provides training and development opportunities as needed/requested. *For managers of people. 

*Departmental Direction

Planning development implementation and monitoring of programs projects policies and procedures that ensure efficient and consistent department or division operations; clearly establishes and refines goals and objectives for the work group. *For managers of people. 

Qualifications :

• Minimum 5 years of experience in public art mural management or a related field.
• Experience with contract management and vendor negotiations.
• Knowledge of mural-making materials preservation techniques and structural repair practices.
• Ability to operate aerial lifts industrial vehicles and high-powered landscaping equipment.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively engaging with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Commitment to the mission of Mural Arts Philadelphia.

• Ability to perform duties listed above including regular lifting and carrying of equipment using ladders and operating painting equipment.
• Must be able to work occasional weekends as needed.

Additional Information :

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter resume and references.

Salary Range: $65000-$80000

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• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
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*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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