Manager of Youth Programs

Manager of Youth Programs, Full-time (Non-Exempt)

POSITION PURPOSE:

As a part of the Learning and Engagement Department, the Manager of Youth Programs is responsible for developing and managing programs that engage diverse family and youth visitors to make the DAM an exemplary family friendly institution. The manager will oversee the museum's summer camp program and youth art showcase program. This individual will contribute to the advancement of the Museum's efforts to welcome youth and family visitors of all ages, cultural background and abilities to the museum and create opportunities for creative expression and connection. A successful applicant will be passionate about fostering youth creativity and empowerment.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Family Programs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee DAM's 10-week summer camp program for ages 5-14.
  • Envision camp offerings that contribute to the creativity and imagination of the young people who participate.
  • Identify and contract teaching artists and seasonal educators.
  • Supervise contract teaching artist cohort and seasonal educators including hiring, training, scheduling.
  • Collaborate with teaching artists to develop curriculum and content for classes.
  • Work with Marketing team to create promotion strategy for members and build audience.
  • Develop and oversee scholarship strategy and resulting partnerships.
  • Work with Sr Manager to create strategy to grow the program and forecast revenue.
  • Must be onsite for duration of camps or make plans for coverage.
• Oversee Youth art showcase Program, a rotating community youth showcase on view in DAM's Wonderscape.
  • Oversee program elements and logistics to implement youth art showcases and receptions.
  • Nurture and manage community partnerships with schools and organizations that partner with DAM on the showcase program.
  • Develop a yearly showcase calendar.
  • Develop systems for installation and layout of spotlight.
  • Act as primary point person and support for all logistics including install and deinstall of showcases.
  • Work with Sr Manager, Manager of School Programs, and Teaching Resources to envision future of program and identify potential partner organizations and projects for the space.
  • Coordinate all related community receptions and celebrations.
  • Contribute to the Communications and Marketing strategies to build awareness and amplify impact.
• Work with Sr. Manager to implement live programs, including supporting Foxy and Shmoxy: Art Detectives when needed, planning and implementing Create Playdate, and supporting in the development, evaluation, and implementation of future early childhood programming.
• Maintain exceptional quality and effectiveness of programs and foster a culture of discovery, creativity, and personal connection to art and culture:
  • Promote equity of opportunity with art & creative experiences by centering diverse and historically under-represented voices.
  • Work with Sr. Manager to contribute to budget projections and tracking.
  • Keep, maintain, and prepare data.
  • Support on-going understanding of best practices as it relates to working in community among the broader Learning & Engagement staff.
  • Manage intern team when needed, including hiring, scheduling, and training.
  • Contribute to family collateral pieces.
  • Interface with Events, Security and Facilities, Visitor Services, Communications, and Exhibition departments to ensure implementation of family programs.
  • Support formal and informal evaluation studies of current and future programs to gather feedback from artists, visitors, and community.
  • Work collaboratively across the Learning and Engagement department to deliver superior visitor experiences.
  • Represent Youth and Community programs at frontline meetings when needed.

QUALIFICIATIONS/KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Highly organized, independent, thoughtful, and self-reliant.
• Effective communicator with colleagues and visitors.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to move 50 pounds, on occasion.
• Experience in designing programming for youth and intergenerational visitors.
• Key relationships with a diverse group of Colorado based teachers, teaching artists and creative community or experience building and sustaining a network of artists and community organizations.
• Experience working with a variety of audiences, including adults and families.
• Experience supervising staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Ability to work in collaboration with stakeholders, internally and externally.
• Ability to work with a variety of people on simultaneous projects.
• Ability to solve problems as they arise and to take initiative.
• Facilitation skills for small and large groups.
• Knowledge and/or experience with informal learning settings.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Arts, or comparable degree, required. Relevant professional experience can be substituted for educational requirements.
• Minimum of 5-years of experience working in areas of program development including overseeing a complex suite of programs or other comparable projects required.
• Experience with evaluation required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Variable work schedule (weekend & evening work).

The hiring salary for the position is $55,000-$63,000 based on experience. A $0.50 language differential is available for hours worked for candidates who have Spanish speaking proficiency.

Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options, all employees are eligible to receive a free RTD Eco Pass.

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a perfect" candidate - Nor do we look for the right "fit" with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require interviews with hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM or video. This position will close Monday March 25, 2024, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM's internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.