The full posting, as written
Position Description: The Gallery Manager oversees Work of Art Gallery and Studios, supervises assigned staff, and provides direction, training, and support to ensure quality gallery, studio, workshops, events, sales, artist support, and case management operations. The Gallery Manager ensures compliance with Work of Art and Southside Unlimited policies and works with leadership to address staffing and program needs. This is a variable-schedule position requiring regular business hours in addition to evenings and weekends for events, workshops, exhibitions, and meetings.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program Operations Participate with staff, artists, and Assigned Program Director in the evaluation and revision of daily operations to meet changing artist needs. In conjunction with Assigned Program Director and Case Manager, receive and screen referrals for potential artist placements into the program. Train and oversee Case Manager to write and facilitate artist’s Individual Service Plans, and implement ISP goals. Train and oversee Case Manager on Person Centered Plan (PCP) sequence and ensure all PCP’s are completed thoroughly and thoughtfully.
Oversee attendance and make Alta California Regional Center Purchase of Service (POS) requests to match Alta funded artist needs and studio availability. Schedule Work of Art Studios and Gallery staff working hours, review and approve or deny vacation requests and personal leaves, taking into account artist and program priorities. Review and correct timecard entries following SSU protocols, and submit timesheets for payroll by payroll due dates. Train and oversee Gallery and Workshop Coordinator to coordinate events, workshops, classes, gallery sales, marketing efforts, and community engagement activities.
Collaborate with Instructors to develop class and workshop curriculum, coordinate curriculum approval with the Assigned Program Director, and work with the Gallery and Workshop Coordinator to schedule approved offerings. Coordinate with Instructors to review purchase orders and to purchase studio supplies within studio budget parameters. Conduct and submit yearly staff evaluations in conjunction with the Assigned Program Director. Be familiar with Southside Unlimited policy manual and its implementation with staff and artists. Communicate expectations clearly to staff and artists, addressing performance issues using assertive communication.
Write timely manager’s notes when providing staff feedback, setting expectations and corrective actions. Meet weekly with the Assigned Program Director to provide updates on program development, artists, Gallery and Studio operations, marketing, upcoming events, and quality assurance matters. Facilitate and lead weekly Work of Art Studio staff meetings and daily schedule meetings while promoting team building and studio continuity. Develop and coordinate staff training focused on supporting artistic growth, self-advocacy, self-actualization, and job development. In…