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CLOSED: Program Manager

This position reports to the Executive Director, providing hands - on management of the public arts programs of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation. This position provides virtual and in-person oversight of all programmatic components put forth by the organization, including assistance with RFP’s, applications and selection of artists, project set up, project oversight, and breakdown, invoicing and reporting on programmatic outcomes. The Program Manager works alongside part time staff, artists, vendors and contractors to create projects, spread awareness about our programs and make new connections in the community, and participate in advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future. 

Thank you for your interest, we are no longer accepting applications for this role.

This position reports to the Executive Director (ED), providing hands-on management of the public art programs of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation. This position entails virtual and in-person oversight of all programmatic components put forth by the organization, including assistance with RFPs, applications, and selection of artists, project setup, project oversight and breakdown, invoicing, and reporting on programmatic outcomes. The Program Manager works alongside part-time staff, artists, vendors, and contractors to create projects, spread awareness about our programs, make new connections in the community, and participate in advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future. 

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Communicating to the artist database whenever new opportunities are available; overseeing artist applications, organizing and sending them out to jurors for scoring, sending out acceptance/rejection letters 

  • Working directly with selected/contracted artists/vendors on all organizational programming; serving as the on-site contact for projects from set up to breakdown

  • Managing artist supplies, such as working with artists and Sherwin Williams and other vendors (in person and online) to place supply orders and pick them up/coordinate their drop off 

  • Prepping job sites, such as retrieving materials from the storage unit for murals such as drop cloths and paint rollers; assisting in priming and pre-creation activities

  • Communicating with artists and vendors on the day to day activities

  • Take the lead on securing invoices and work with financial staff and the ED to organize billing for payment and grant reporting

  • Maintaining a filing system for contracts and invoices 

  • Assisting grant personnel and ED on grant reporting (programmatic outcomes and financial accountability); managing quantitative data for the organization’s grant purposes such as tracking the number of artists and volunteers engaged each year, their ages and ethnicities, and where they are from; tracking similar data for all events/initiatives

  • Working with ED to solve problems and determine best methods of carrying out projects; troubleshooting logistical issues

  • Work with Marketing and Graphics consultant for on-site and in-the-community photos and videos, determining schedules for advertising projects and events, and providing relevant information for social media posts, newsletters, and email blasts 

  • Assisting with social media management as needed, including commenting and liking posts, responding to DMs or referring to ED for questions that need to be answered, and updating stories 

  • Assisting with tabling at community events, providing information and resources about the work of the organization to new audiences; working with other staff to attend neighborhood association and cultural meetings as needed, and providing feedback to ED on what is happening within the community

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

  • Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license

  • Must have a car and a cell phone 

  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication and ability to speak with a diverse cadre of stakeholders

  • Must have experience with project management

  • Experience with administrative processes including invoicing and financial practices preferred

  • Proficiency in Spanish language preferred 

  • Regular and timely completion of tasks, willingness to learn, and ability to effectively communicate about ACAF’s mission and programs

  • Excellent organizational and Microsoft Office/Google Drive skills

  • Ability to thrive in a nimble fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively.

  • Eagerness to connect with others to facilitate the well-being of the arts in Atlantic City.

  • Residency in Atlantic City or a nearby tow is preferred

To Apply: NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS


Atlantic City Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and diversity is valued at our company. All applicants receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Compensation commensurate with experience and education. This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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CLOSED: Executive Director

Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the daily and overall operation of the organization, including, but not limited to the management, coordination and development of all fiscal, program and staff activities. This position is multifaceted ranging strategic planning, fiscal budgeting and forecasting, building/managing a small team, fundraising and development, creation/oversight of programs and advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future. The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors.

Thank you for your interest, we are no longer accepting applications for this role.

Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the daily and overall operation of the organization, including but not limited to the management, coordination, and development of all fiscal, program, and staff activities. This multi-faceted position includes strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, building/managing a small team, fundraising and development, creation/oversight of programs, and advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future. The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide oversight for all aspects of the agency’s fiscal activities, including but not limited to budget development, cash flow management, and forecasting, invoice and bill approval, regular fiscal reporting of actuals and projections to all stakeholders, approvals, and understanding of all audit and bookkeeping activities, within Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (in conjunction with development and administrative staff)

  • Provide oversight to financial contractors (bookkeepers, accountants, auditors)

  • Provide program and fiscal updates as scheduled and required to the Board of Directors (primary liaison to the Board of Directors, including attendance at all relevant Board and committee meetings)

  • Seek and secure various sources of funding from the local, regional, and national government, corporate, foundation, and individual sources to support operations, events, and programs; this will include grant writing, funder management, and proposal development

  • Develop and implement a diversified annual fundraising plan (individual donations, events, grants, sponsorships, etc.), matching fundraising plans to cash flow projections and forecasted costs throughout the year

  • Develop and implement strategy to position the arts and the organization as essential tools for economic and community development

  • Work with the Board to develop enhanced Mission/Vision; revise and operationalize strategic plan; report on the status of operationalized strategic plan quarterly

  • Serve as a spokesperson and liaison for the Arts/Creativity in Atlantic City (and beyond)

  • Establish and maintain sound working relationships with funders, donors, and partnering groups and organizations;

  • Educate and advocate for the arts to the public, policymakers, funders, and community leaders to strengthen resources

  • Provide oversight and thought partnership to the Program Manager; ensuring programmatic components are fully executed and building relationships with artists, vendors, and community partners

  • Provide oversight to Public Relations, Marketing, and Graphics consultants for overall content from conception to implementation; aligning messages with the overall vision

  • Assisting with social media management as needed, including commenting and liking posts, responding to DMs or responding to questions that need to be answered, and updating stories 

  • Working with other staff to attend neighborhood association and cultural meetings as needed and providing feedback to ED on what is happening within the community

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • Must have 5+ years of experience as an Executive Director or leader within an arts community or with a non-profit organization

  • Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license

  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication and ability to speak with a diverse cadre of stakeholders

  • Leadership in project management, fundraising, and the ability to work with partners in public relations, marketing, and caused-based coalitions

  • Financial management of a fierce and impactful non-profit, quickly growing and receiving regional attention which is strengthening its fundraising abilities to expand and be sustainable, while continuing its impact;

  • Regular and timely completion of tasks, willingness to learn, and ability to effectively communicate about ACAF’s mission and programs. 

  • Excellent organizational and Microsoft Office/Google Drive skills

  • Ability to thrive in a nimble fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively

  • Eagerness to connect with others to facilitate the well-being of the arts in Atlantic City.

  • Residency in or relocation to Atlantic City or a nearby town is required

Salary Range: $75,000—$80,000

To Apply: NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS


Atlantic City Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and diversity is valued at our company. All applicants receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Compensation commensurate with experience and education. This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Executive Director

Atlantic City Arts Foundation (ACAF) has launched a search for a new Executive Director to lead its next phase of growth and capacity building, as its Founding Executive Director prepares to step down. The role is multifaceted ranging from strategic planning, management of our small team, fundraising and development, creation/oversight of programs, and advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future.

You will lead and grow our spirited team, as well as work with our dedicated board to support our organizational goals of increasing public art access and community arts education in Atlantic City.

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors.

What You’ll Do

  • Help develop and implement strategy to position the arts and the organization as essential tools for economic and community development;

  • Establish and maintain sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with partnering groups and organizations;

  • Educate and advocate for the arts to the public, policymakers, funders, and community leaders to strengthen resources;

  • Seek and secure various sources of funding from local, regional, and national government, corporate, foundation, and individual sources to support operations, events and programs; this will include grant writing, funder management, and proposal development;

  • Work with Board to ensure alignment on Mission/Vision and to-be-developed Strategic Plan;

  • Manage and work alongside current team focused on Programming and Marketing and build a well-rounded team to ensure organizational growth and stability;

  • Enhance existing organizational programs and look for opportunities to create greater alignment across programs and organizational Mission/Vision;

  • Serve as a spokesperson and liaison for the Arts/Creativity in Atlantic City (and beyond);

  • Develop a new strategic plan and report to the Board on its progress twice per year.

What We’ll Expect From You

  • 5+ years of experience, including experience as an Executive Director or leader within an arts community or with a non-profit organization;

  • Passion for the Arts/Creativity and an understanding of how critical they are for effective community/economic development;

  • Leadership in project management, fundraising, and the ability to work with partners in public relations, marketing, and cause-based coalitions;

  • Financial management of a fierce and impactful non-profit, quickly growing and receiving regional attention which is strengthening its fundraising abilities to expand and be sustainable, while continuing its impact;

  • Ability to thrive in a nimble, fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively.

  • Ability to prioritize impactful projects and complete them expeditiously.

Atlantic City Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and diversity is valued at our company. All applicants receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation commensurate with experience and education. Salary range $60,000 - $70,000. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter via email to: jobs@atlanticcityartsfoundation.com.

About Atlantic City Arts Foundation

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing public art access and fostering community art education in Atlantic City, NJ. Through programs and partnerships, ACAF promotes arts-based tourism and economic development initiatives while increasing community pride and civic self-esteem. Current programs include 48 Blocks Atlantic City, Chalk About AC, and ARTeriors.

THIS POSITION IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Atlantic City Arts Foundation (ACAF) has launched a search for a new Executive Director to lead its next phase of growth and capacity building, as its Founding Executive Director prepares to step down. The role is multifaceted ranging from strategic planning, management of our small team, fundraising and development, creation/oversight of programs, and advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future.

You will lead and grow our spirited team, as well as work with our dedicated board to support our organizational goals of increasing public art access and community arts education in Atlantic City.

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors. 

What You’ll Do

  • Help develop and implement strategy to position the arts and the organization as essential tools for economic and community development;

  • Establish and maintain sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with partnering groups and organizations;

  • Educate and advocate for the arts to the public, policymakers, funders, and community leaders to strengthen resources;

  • Seek and secure various sources of funding from local, regional, and national government, corporate, foundation, and individual sources to support operations, events and programs; this will include grant writing, funder management, and proposal development;

  • Work with Board to ensure alignment on Mission/Vision and to-be-developed Strategic Plan; 

  • Manage and work alongside current team focused on Programming and Marketing and build a well-rounded team to ensure organizational growth and stability;

  • Enhance existing organizational programs and look for opportunities to create greater alignment across programs and organizational Mission/Vision;

  • Serve as a spokesperson and liaison for the Arts/Creativity in Atlantic City (and beyond);

  • Develop a new strategic plan and report to the Board on its progress twice per year. 

What We’ll Expect From You

  • 5+ years of experience, including experience as an Executive Director or leader within an arts community or with a non-profit organization;

  • Passion for the Arts/Creativity and an understanding of how critical they are for effective community/economic development;

  • Leadership in project management, fundraising, and the ability to work with partners in public relations, marketing, and cause-based coalitions;

  • Financial management of a fierce and impactful non-profit, quickly growing and receiving regional attention which is strengthening its fundraising abilities to expand and be sustainable, while continuing its impact;

  • Ability to thrive in a nimble, fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively.

  • Ability to prioritize impactful projects and complete them expeditiously.

Atlantic City Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and diversity is valued at our company. All applicants receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation commensurate with experience and education. Salary range $60,000 - $70,000.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

About Atlantic City Arts Foundation

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing public art access and fostering community art education in Atlantic City, NJ. Through programs and partnerships, ACAF promotes arts-based tourism and economic development initiatives while increasing community pride and civic self-esteem. Current programs include 48 Blocks Atlantic City, Chalk About AC, and ARTeriors.


The Atlantic City Arts Foundation, is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit located in Atlantic City, NJ.

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Administrative Assistant

This position has been filled

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit located in Atlantic City, NJ, seeks a part-time administrative assistant. Responsibilities include both general operations as well as program support.

The Administrative Assistant reports to the Executive Director, and is responsible for varied aspects of organizational operations as well as program details.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

  • General administrative support to the executive director

  • Basic bookkeeping – oversee and maintain project budgets, manage invoices and purchase orders, prepare bank deposits, and similar duties

  • Basic communications – answer general correspondence, letter writing, monitor social media, assist in preparing, distributing, and assembling data received in call for artists, and similar duties

  • Maintain organizational files and documents

  • Serving as a point of contact for the organization

  • Program and event coordination

  • Other duties as assigned by executive director

Candidates should be:

  • Committed to the mission of the organization

  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

  • Highly dependable and team oriented

  • Detail oriented; able to set and meet deadlines

  • Sensitive to the need for confidentiality

  • Able to work independently, and able to effectively manage & prioritize multiple tasks

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; nonprofit experience a plus.

Schedule: 25 hour per week; flexible schedule. Some occasional weekend hours.

Location: Atlantic City, NJ. Currently, the role is remote and will shift to a mix of remote and in-person work based on state & local public health guidelines.

Compensation: Starting wage is $16.00 per hour.

To apply

Email 1) your current resume and 2) a letter of interest (no more than two pages) describing your interest in the position, as well as the skills and experiences relevant to the position.

Applications will only be accepted via email to Joyce Hagen, Executive Director at joyce@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.

Application Deadline: March 10, 2021.

Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled or the deadline is reached, whichever is sooner.

This position has been filled

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit located in Atlantic City, NJ, seeks a part-time administrative assistant. Responsibilities include both general operations as well as program support.

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Our Mission

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation exists to foster an environment in which diverse arts and cultural programs enrich the quality of life for residents of and visitors to Atlantic City.

The Administrative Assistant reports to the Executive Director, and is responsible for varied aspects of organizational operations as well as program details.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

  • General administrative support to the executive director

  • Basic bookkeeping – oversee and maintain project budgets, manage invoices and purchase orders, prepare bank deposits, and similar duties

  • Basic communications – answer general correspondence, letter writing, monitor social media, assist in preparing, distributing, and assembling data received in call for artists, and similar duties

  • Maintain organizational files and documents

  • Serving as a point of contact for the organization

  • Program and event coordination

  • Other duties as assigned by executive director

Candidates should be:

  • Committed to the mission of the organization

  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

  • Highly dependable and team oriented

  • Detail oriented; able to set and meet deadlines

  • Sensitive to the need for confidentiality

  • Able to work independently, and able to effectively manage & prioritize multiple tasks

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; nonprofit experience a plus.

Schedule: 25 hour per week; flexible schedule. Some occasional weekend hours.

Location: Atlantic City, NJ. Currently, the role is remote and will shift to a mix of remote and in-person work based on state & local public health guidelines.

Compensation: Starting wage is $16.00 per hour. 

To apply

Email 1) your current resume and 2) a letter of interest (no more than two pages) describing your interest in the position, as well as the skills and experiences relevant to the position. 

Applications will only be accepted via email to Joyce Hagen, Executive Director at joyce@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.

Application Deadline: March 10, 2021.

Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled or the deadline is reached, whichever is sooner.


The Atlantic City Arts Foundation, is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit located in Atlantic City, NJ.

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