Jobs
Available job opportunities with the Arts Commission.
Galleries Program Associate (1840)
Under the direction of the Director of Galleries and Public Programs, the Galleries Program Associate is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the San Francisco Arts Commission Galleries program. This is an administrative position that requires the management of financial processing, vendor relations, database and archive maintenance, visitor relations, data collection, and the internship program. A strong arts administrative and management background, ability to work autonomously while supervising others, and ability to interact professionally with the general public, artists, and colleagues is essential for this position.
Application will be open until 11:59 p.m. on May 10, 2024
The portal will close at 12:00 a.m. on May 11, 2024, and applications will no longer be accepted.
Learn more about this position and apply here
Civic Art Collection and Public Art Program Director (0922)
The Civic Art Collection and Public Art Program Director is responsible for the management of the Public Art Program, which administers approximately $5-10 million annually generated by the City’s art enrichment ordinance. This position oversees program management, policy development, financial analysis and oversight of all aspects of the program. The Civic Art Collections and Public Art Director will collaborate with external agencies and the SFAC project design team to explore possible project locations or approaches and coordinate the artist selection process. The Civic Art Collection and Public Art Program Director provides simultaneous management of approximately 7-10 art projects at various stages of development and supervises the work of four Public Art Project Managers.
Application will be open until 11:59 p.m. on May 3, 2024
The portal will close at 12:00 a.m. on May 4, 2024, and applications will no longer be accepted.
Learn more about this position and apply here
Director Community Investments (0922)
The Director of Community Investments oversees grants portfolio, including multiple funding categories supporting city-owned neighborhood cultural centers, individual artists, small and mid-size nonprofit arts organizations, arts education initiatives and special projects. The Director oversees the Cultural Equity Endowment, the Cultural Centers Fund, and the new Arts Impact Endowment and works closely with the Deputy Director of Programs to ensure a vibrant and equitable arts ecology in San Francisco. As the Community Investments Director, they will support the Community Investments (CI) team to administer over $8 million in annual grant investments, develop community engagement activities, and increase technical assistance and professional development workshops for San Francisco artists, arts organizations, and historically marginalized communities.
Application will be open until 11:59 p.m. on May 3, 2024
The portal will close at 12:00 a.m. on May 4, 2024, and applications will no longer be accepted.
Learn more about this position and apply here
For available job opportunities with other City departments, visit the DHR career website
Volunteering
The Arts Commission offers unpaid volunteer opportunities for individuals who are interested in gaining work experience in the arts. Volunteers will assist staff with a variety of tasks including archiving, research, and events. See the categories below for more specific information about volunteer opportunities with the Arts Commission and with other City departments and agencies.
We’re looking for outgoing, positive people to serve as volunteer City Hall docents. You will lead tours of this historic building, sharing the fine details of City Hall’s everlasting legacy.
- Fun Working Environment
- Schedule Flexibility
- Eight hours of training provided