Assistant Public Art Administrator (long term temporary)
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Assistant Public Art Administrator (long term temporary)
Salary
$80,142.40 - $130,062.40 Annually
Location
St. Paul MN 55114, MN
Job Type
Temporary Long Term (up to 2 years)
Job Number
2025-00237
Division
Metro Transit
Department
Engineering and Facilities Adm
Opening Date
08/08/2025
Closing Date
8/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
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WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and prior to COVID provided more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.
Metro Transit Engineering and Facilities Department
The Assistant Public Art Administrator: Responsible for supporting Metro Transit's Public Art Program in coordination with the Public Art Administrator, through full-performance technical professional duties. These include managing the full lifecycle of artworks (planning, design, construction, and maintenance) and overseeing conservation and maintenance projects for Metro Transit's public art collection, which consists of 82 permanent artworks comprising 420 individual pieces.
What you would do in this job
Manage conservation and maintenance projects on public art collection:
Prioritize conservation and maintenance projects in coordination with Public Arts Administrator.
Manage vendor contracts for public art conservation projects. Request estimates, certificates of insurance, other documentation from vendors. Create requisitions and purchase orders. Coordinate treatments by professional conservators, if needed, provide rail safety at rail adjacent locations.
Work with artists and vendors to coordinate removal and installation of works
Work with Facilities Maintenance to identify and coordinate their responsibilities around public art at each location
Manage public art records:
Document, inventory and assess the condition of the Council's art collection annually
Develop maintenance plans and maintain treatment records for all artworks
Coordinate public art tours
Plan, promote and co-lead annual public art tours in coordination with Outreach and Engagement team and interns
Manage Bus Shelter Beautification program:
Solicit Artist Submittals for art clings to be installed on bus shelters on a recurring basis
Organize Selection Panel to choose designs
Issue and supervise contracts with selected artists
Coordinate printing, installing and removals of art clings
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following
combinations of experience in long-term conservation and maintenance of public artworks, particularly in the @context of public transit facilities AND completed education in Art Conservation, Fine Art, Art History or closely related field.
High school diploma/GED with seven (7) years of experience
Associate degree with five (5) years of experience
Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of experience
Master's degree with one (1) year of experience
Licensures
Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of art fabrication techniques, materials, processes and vendors.
Knowledge of current principles and practices of public art and conservation programs locally and nationally
Ability to bridge the artistic and public sector worlds
Intermediate to advanced skills with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop and SharePoint for the purpose of writing reports, developing business correspondence, creating fabrication documents and standard operating procedures.
Strong collaboration skills for the purpose of building, developing, and maintaining effective collaborative working relationships with internal and external partners, and stakeholders.
Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills with a customer-oriented approach.
Excellent organizational/administrative skills to effectively prioritize work, meet deadlines, and deliver results.
Skill in presenting information and responding to questions from groups of internal and external customers.
Demonstrated teamwork skills and multicultural sensitivity awareness.
Ability to recommend improvements in procedures for efficiency and to ensure work is done accurately.
Ability to analyze and understand prices, estimates, and forecasted costs of products/services.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and progress reports.
Additional information
Union/Grade: Non-Represented Classified (NRC) / Grade G
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Work Environment:Work is performed in a standard office setting. Some positions may require travel between primary work site and other sites.
This position is approved for long term temporary(Up to 2 years-benefits eligible)
The responsibilities listed are typical of the positions included in the job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each specific position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We request your Work Record Evaluation (ATU employee only).
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-CCHealth@metc.state.mn.us (HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us) .
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not @type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
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Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
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Do you have experience overseeing the long-term conservation and maintenance of public artworks?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe in detail your experience overseeing the long - term conservation and maintenance of public artworks, including materials related to art conservation treatment?
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Please describe your experience interacting with multiple design professionals, contractors and specialized fabricators in the development, fabrication and installation of public artworks. Please select one example that best exemplifies complex interactions and state your specific role.
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Please describe the most challenging public art project you have managed, the critical problems you encountered and how you resolved or addressed the challenges. Is there anything you would have done differently?
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Tell me about your experience working with minority and/or cross-cultural communities.
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Employer
Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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