Arts & Culture Intern (84968)

Step into the world of creativity community and cultural impact as anArts & Culture Internat the Town of Erie!In this dynamic roleyoullhelp bring vibrant arts programming to lifefrom early-stage planning to on-the-ground execution and promotion.

Youllgain hands-on experience of public art cultural programming and event production working alongside passionate staff inspiring artists dedicated community partners and enthusiastic volunteers. Whether supporting live events coordinatinglogistics or helping amplify programs through outreachyoullplay a meaningful role in shaping experiences that connect and energize the community.

• To learn more about ourmission anddepartment please visit our Town site by clickinghere.

Work Hours:Part-time;(Monday-Friday shifts)15-20hoursper week

• Estimated start date ofJuly 132026 for 260 total working hours.
• Schedule may vary depending on scheduled interviews and various events within the Town of Erie Parks & RecreationDepartment

Primary Work Location:Schofield Farm (2203 North 111th Street)

• This position is 100% in-person and not eligible for remote work

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assistwith planning and implementation of arts and cultural programs workshops and community events.
• Assistwith planning and implementation of community art shows.
• Support on-site eventlogisticsincluding setup breakdown check-in and participant support.
• Collaborate with local artists performers and cultural organizations to enhance program offerings and community partnerships.

Administrative Duties

• Assistinmaintainingpublic art inventory condition reports and maintenance schedules
• Assistwith improving public art awareness to the community
• Assistwith research on artists cultural trends grants or best practices
• Assistwith ongoing public art projectslogistics fabrication updates and artist coordination
• Participate in Erie Public Art Collective meetings

Town Wide Expectations/Duties

• Serve as a professional ambassador of the Town bymaintaininga professional image a team-based collaborative approach and high ethical standards.
• Complete all required trainingsin a timely manner.
• Develop andaccomplishgoals andobjectivesto support the Department and Town mission.

Other/Miscellaneous

• Attend relevant advisory collective group or artist selection panel meetings as assigned.
• Perform related work asrequiredand assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Obtained orin the process of obtaininga Bachelors orAssociates degree in Arts Administration Fine Arts Cultural Studies Arts Education Recreation Public Administration or a closely related field
• or a minimum of 36 months related experience

Any equivalent combination of education training and experience thatdemonstratesthe ability to perform the duties of the position can be considered.

Benefits:

Temporary employees receive the following benefits:

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Towns Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour ofaccrued paid leave per 30 hours worked up to 48 hours per year)

EEOC:The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any termconditionor privilege of employment. Applicants employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age (40 or older) disability and genetic information (including family medical history) veteran status marital status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect ofsubstantially interferingwith an individuals work performance or creating a severe intimidating hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees including directors supervisors co-workers and non-employees such as residents members of all boards and task force groups contractors vendors consultants etc.