Pratt Fine Arts Center is Seeking a Director of Education & Programs to Join Our Team: Apply by Sunday, August 22nd!
08/02/2021
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION & PROGRAMSDepartment: Programs
Reports to: Executive Director
FTE: Full-Time,
Salaried Status: Exempt
Pratt Fine Arts Center is seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual for a director level position in arts education and community programming.
The Director of Education & Programs will work closely with the Executive Director and a team of Studio Managers to drive the mission and vision of Pratt while pursuing excellence in all programs. The Director is responsible for the leadership and performance of all educational programs and artist services. The Director will oversee a team of Studio Managers to develop, budget, organize and implement a dynamic and engaging array of programs for public offering throughout the year. This requires ongoing direction of core programs, including a diverse assortment of year-round educational offerings and a lively studio access program. The position also requires leadership in supplementary programs including corporate and community partnerships, public demonstrations, exhibitions, residencies, scholarships, and the master artist program.
The Director of Education & Programs will join a team of staff and board in a highly collaborative and cooperative work environment. Ideal candidates will have deep roots in education, visual art study or practice, a proven aptitude for successful leadership in administration, and a demonstrated ability to balance day-to-day tasks with high-level strategic thinking.
Pratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of systemic oppression and the ability to apply an anti-racist lens to all work at Pratt. Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPoC) are encouraged to apply.
Pratt is currently responding to public health recommendations in order to ensure the safety of our community and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. With on-site programming partially restored, the Director of Education & Programs is currently expected to work in-person as needed.