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BRIDGING COMMUNICATION ACCESS SINCE 2008

Employment Opportunities

 

COORDINATOR

Deaf Visual Arts Program

 

Start or enhance your career path with Deaf Empowerment Awareness Foundation, Inc. (DEAF, Inc.). Be affiliated with a nonprofit organization in the St. Louis Metro area that 100% completely supports and benefits the deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind community! Be a part of an organization that nurtures your career and appreciates you.

 

POSITION:                DEAF VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM COORDINATOR

CLASSIFICATION:    PART-TIME, NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:           MARKETING DIRECTOR

LOCATION:              ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

SALARY:                   $18-$22/HR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

OPENING DATE:      AUGUST 15, 2024

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

The Deaf Visual Arts Program Coordinator will offer administrative support to the Marketing Director in various aspects of the Deaf Visual Arts programs. This role is dedicated to assisting with program implementation, supporting artists, and enhancing outreach efforts, rather than overseeing the program. This position will work approximately 200 hours annually.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

 

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Support the coordination of Deaf Visual Arts programs for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

  • Assist with the planning and implementation of workshops, presentations, ASL Tours, classes, and related outreach events.

  • Provide administrative support for artist selection processes.

  • Act as a liaison with local venues (museums, convention centers, etc.) and service providers (ASL interpreters, CART, etc.), and contractors (booth rentals, etc.)

  • Monitor program expenses and work within budget.

  • Recruit, train, and support docents and volunteers.

  • Ensure accessibility at all program events.

  • Work closely with the media team on marketing and outreach efforts, including social media, webpages, and printed materials.

  • Assess and respond to the needs and desires of the Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind community.

  • Respond to public inquiries related to the Deaf Visual Arts program.

  • Develop and maintain positive communication and engaging relationships with community members, artists, and local art communities.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the Deaf Community and culture and be fluent in sign language.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

  • Work Experience: At least three (3) years of experience in organizing, coordinating, or implementing public art programs, cultural arts, or visual arts initiatives.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

 

  • Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the Criminal history background investigation.

 

To apply:

 

Submit your application, cover letter, and resume to careers(at)deafinc.org.

 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other status which may be protected by Federal, State or local law.

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