Nevada City/Grass Valley Cultural District Program Manager

Overview

The role of Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District Program Manager
Our Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District Program Manager will play a vital role at Nevada County
Arts Council. Under general supervision, they will perform complex program planning work in the areas
of community development, multi-sector and intersectoral capacity building, advocacy and marketing.
This position requires an excellent communicator and strong organizational and convening skills,
someone who is nimble and able to respond immediately to opportunities, communicating concisely to
diverse stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
● Maintaining an annual profile of Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District, including past,
current and future demographic trends; analyzing and recording the tangible and intangible
elements of the district’s cultural heritage; identifying areas of concern that could inhibit the
preservation of the district’s unique culture; and proposing solutions and strategies to support
the successful development and vibrancy of the district;
● Development and execution of a culture-focused marketing and engagement strategy, building
regional brand affinity for Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District. This will imply maintaining a
roster of artists, volunteers and arts and culture organizations to support outreach and
coordination efforts with local arts community, the maintenance of a database of key press and
media, the drafting of press releases, statements, blogs, op-eds, letter to editors and
correspondence, and leading on the development of digital assets and content, starting with a
website for Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District. It will also imply input, recommendations,
content, assets and advocacy that helps Nevada County Arts Council and Grass Valley and
Nevada City Chambers, among other key stakeholders, effectively promote the Grass ValleyNevada City Cultural District as partners;
● Guiding Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District’s Communications and Social Media
Coordinator (a part-time non-exempt position of five hours a week, responsible for social media
and regular newsletters);
● Supporting the evolution of Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District through Advocacy, and
tracking progress toward goals. This will imply coalition building and relationship management;
the development and maintenance of a database of key legislative contacts, supporting outreach
to government officials, legislative bodies and other key policy partners, and coordinating
advocacy materials as needed. It will also require familiarity with the California Budget timeline,
and alerting Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District constituents and stakeholders to key
legislative and advocacy touchpoints and opportunities;
● Liaising with California Arts Council, the Coalition of California Cultural Districts and Nevada
County Arts Council, regarding the California Cultural District program, including attending meetings and responding to information requests;

● Providing community input and support for county-wide cultural planning and collaboration
initiatives, liaising with Nevada County Arts Council and Truckee Cultural District, and offering
support for GVNC City and Chamber staff regarding current and future public arts policy and
planning;
● Researching fundraising and grant opportunities to support Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural
District activities, and leading grant writing processes for the District;
● Coordinating quarterly Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District partner / stakeholder
meetings, ensuring follow-up among its team members;

Please go to this link for more important information regarding qualifications:

https://www.nevadacountyarts.org/gv-nc-district

Wage range: Salary: Up to $65,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, serving a 40 hour week, with some evening and weekend work. The post requires a minimum commitment of one year.
Apply by: Review of applications will begin on May 31st, and continue until the position is filled.
How to apply: Send resume and a cover letter to Eliza Tudor at director@nevadacountyarts.org
with “Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District Program Manager” in the subject line. Include
your address, email and phone number on your cover letter, and contact information for your
references. In your cover letter please cite relevant past experience.
Salary: Up to $65,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, serving a 40 hour week, with
some evening and weekend work. The post requires a minimum commitment of one year.
Apply by: Review of applications will begin on May 31st, and continue until the position is filled.
How to apply: Send resume and a cover letter to Eliza Tudor at director@nevadacountyarts.org
with “Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District Program Manager” in the subject line. Include
your address, email and phone number on your cover letter, and contact information for your
references. In your cover letter please cite relevant past experience.
Visit: nevadacountyarts.org

Minimum Education and Experience