People’s Budget Project Manager (Part-Time Opportunity) 

About the People’s Budget Office:

The People’s Budget Office is a project of Mural Arts Philadelphia that empowers residents to engage in the municipal budgeting process. By combining education, advocacy, imagination, and collaboration, the project helps ensure that the city budget reflects the priorities of all Philadelphians. This initiative uses public art, workshops, and collaborative events to build a more equitable and transparent budgeting process.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Project Manager to oversee the next iteration of the People’s Budget Office funded by the William Penn Foundation. This person will work closely with the facilitating artist, Phoebe Bachman, to manage the project’s operations, partner relationships, and programming. The ideal candidate is highly organized, community-focused, and passionate about budget justice and civic engagement.

This is a part-time role, averaging 20 hours per week from January 2025 to May 2026. The position is primarily Philadelphia-based with some remote work flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Project Management
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the People’s Budget Office project and physical office at Love Park between April- early June, 2025/2026.
  • Develop and maintain the project timeline and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Coordinate logistics for Budget 101/201 workshops, community events, and artist residencies.
  • Manage communications with partners, contractors, stakeholders, and other project staff.
  • Track project expenses and manage the budget in coordination with Mural Arts Philadelphia.
  • Negotiating and managing fees, timelines, contracts and performance expectations
  • Ensuring necessary authorizations, licenses, agreements, and contracts are drafted, approved, executed, and filed appropriately
  • Process Artist and Vendor invoices
  • Order all supplies/materials for production and installation
• Community Engagement
  • Build and sustain relationships with community organizations, city departments, and partners.
  • Coordinate outreach efforts to ensure broad participation and language access particularly in neighborhoods facing disinvestment
  • Support the planning and execution of public events at Love Park and sites around the city.
    Collaboration with Artists
  • Assist in the Artist in Residence program including coordinating residencies at Love Park.
  • Facilitate collaboration between artists, community members, and city departments to visualize budget priorities through public art.
  • Assist in setting up the People’s Budget Office at Love Park and coordinate displays of artwork
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain detailed records of project activities, participant feedback, and outcomes.
  • Work with an evaluator to prepare reports for funders, city officials, and Mural Arts leadership.
  • Work with an evaluator to measure project impact and inform future iterations.
• Communications
  • Work with project Designer to develop project communication assets including social media posts, event flyers, educational materials and assist in printing communication materials.
  • Assist in maintaining the People’s Budget Office social media IG page and People’s Budget website.
  • Coordinate communications needs with Mural Arts communications staff.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably in public art/ socially engaged art, civic engagement, or community organizing.
• Strong organizational, time-management skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse communities and applying anti-oppression principles.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with artists, partners, and city officials.
• Familiarity with Philadelphia neighborhoods and the city budget process is a plus.

Compensation:
$30 per hour for approximately 20 hours per week (some weeks will require more time and others less). This position’s contract term is January 2025 through May 2026.

To Apply: Please upload your resume and short cover letter here by December 28. For more questions or information, email info@pbachman.org.

Porch Light Project Manager 

Position Overview:

Mural Arts’ Porch Light department, a collaboration with the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS), is seeking a Project Manager. The Porch Light department works closely with communities to uplift public art as an expression of community resilience and a vehicle of personal and community healing. Porch Light creates murals and programs that focus specifically on mental health, trauma and substance use.

The Project Manager is a full-time position that manages a portfolio of community-based public art projects on a wide range of themes around mental and behavioral health, working with a variety of mental health agencies and service providers across Philadelphia in a partnership with DBHIDS. The Project Manager oversees the planning, implementation and completion of projects within specified timelines and budgetary constraints. The Project Manager builds and maintains relationships among staff, artists, funders and community partners. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to the mission and values of Mural Arts Philadelphia, a solid work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, political savvy, and an appreciation for teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Communication with the full range of stakeholders including artists, community members, funders, internal staff, site partners and participants
• Developing comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, timelines and resource requirements
• Partnership development and maintenance
• Engaging the public and negotiating community concerns
• Managing artists, assistant artists and other contractors and lead artists through entire project, including formal mural review process
• Collaborating on project-specific marketing and public relations efforts
• Planning and implementation of project-specific public meetings, events and programs, including ongoing site visits with artists, programs and workshop sites
• Budget development, monitoring and compliance in conjunction with the Program Director
• Negotiating and managing fees, timelines, contracts (including wall and lot authorizations for mural installations), and performance expectations
• Utilizing internal project management protocols, including regular meetings with the Mural Arts Project Management Officer, Program Director, and other stakeholders to update project portfolios
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• BA or BS in related field, or equivalent experience and knowledge
• At least three (3) years of experience in small- and large-scale project development and management; Previous experience with budgets, purchasing, inventory, staffing and short- and long-range planning preferred
• Experience in the visual arts, public or contemporary art or muralism
• Must be detailed-oriented and have a solid record of bringing projects in on time and on budget
• Ability to reorder priorities, delegate and multi-task – with ease and grace – is a must
• Must be able to work well with many different kinds of people in diverse settings, have a commitment to social justice issues and have experience in conducting public presentations and moderating public conversations

Other Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

Compensation: This position offers a $58,700 annual salary. Mural Arts is pleased to offer competitive and comprehensive benefits offerings, including paid time off options, health insurance with 90% of premiums covered by the organization, dental benefits covered 100% for single coverage, hybrid work schedule, access to EAP services, and more!

To Apply: Please email cover letter, resume, and references by Jan. 10, 2025 to porchlight@muralarts.org with the following subject line: “Porch Light Project Manager.”

Guild Program Manager 

Position Overview

The Mural Arts Restorative Justice department seeks a passionate and highly organized Guild Program Manager who is committed to working in partnership with justice-impacted individuals (especially those 18-24 years old) to engage community driven public art processes that advance specific restorative justice goals and strengthen long-term advocacy work.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide structure, consistency, guidance, and regular supervision to supportive staff and Guild participants with support from the Director; Manage Guild cohort scheduling for 25 justice and/or system impacted participants primarily between ages of 18 and 24.
• Develop programming and curriculum to include skill development, career exploration, conflict resolution, creative and art making programs that bridge members into identification of career and/or educational opportunities.
• Provide facilitation and introduction of program pillars; Identify engaging exercises, activities, and speakers that highlight and enrich the core concepts of the program.
• Deliver or organize participant trainings that respond to areas of learning and growth within the Restorative Justice Department.
• Manage the interview and screening process for participant selection for each cohort. Work with supportive staff and assign roles and responsibilities for each area of the process.
• Manage approved budget for the Guild, ensuring expenses are in alignment and all demonstrative protocols governing the budget are followed.
• Ensure all required data is collected and maintained to ensure compliance with funder requirements and regular grant reporting deadlines.
• In a collaborative and professional manner, provide support to a robust village of internal and external partners assembled in service of the program participant’s personal and career aspirations.
• Establish community partnerships that increase the reach of the department and opportunities for the participants.
• Connect participants to job and or training opportunities that provide an ideal pathway to life sustaining employment.
• Develop frameworks that empower participants towards their individualized goals and forge strong, positive bonds between justice impacted participants and communities.
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience facilitating or instructing groups of participants/students over the age of 18
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with Justice impacted communities or communities impacted by substance misuse or mental health challenges.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related fields or equivalent experience.
• Technical experience with Google Suite including the ability to create presentations, documents and create and contribute to spreadsheets.
• Stated experience with managing supportive staff
• Advanced interpersonal/communication skills, with excellent team building skills.
• Familiarity with Trauma Informed Care, Restorative Practice and/or Youth Mental Health preferred.
• Ability to develop/maintain relationships and partnerships in multiple communities and contexts across race, class, nationality, gender, ability, and language.

Compensation: This position offers a $58,700 annual salary. Mural Arts is pleased to offer competitive and comprehensive benefits offerings, including paid time off options, health insurance with 90% of premiums covered by the organization, dental benefits covered 100% for single coverage, hybrid work schedule, access to EAP services, and more!

To Apply: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and list of up to three (3) professional references to restorativejustice.staffing@muralarts.org with “Guild Program Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls, emails or recruiters please. We encourage candidates who have been Justice impacted and/or have a strong knowledge of the carceral system to apply.

Public Project Specialist Manager (Independent Contractor Opportunity) 

Position Overview:

The role is pivotal for supervising up to ten contracted Public Project Specialists that oversee public art projects of various complexities. The Manager will be responsible for regular check-ins with Public Project Specialists, providing guidance and support in project management protocols and best practices.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead regular meetings with up to ten contractors on at least a bi-weekly basis.
• Provide direction, support, and guidance to contractors overseeing public art projects.
• Ensure compliance with project management protocols and processes.
• Work with contractors to ensure budget management for projects with a variety of funding sources.
• Attend project partner meetings, such as community meetings to socialize a new project or stakeholder meetings to advance a project, as necessary to support positive community relations.
• Process contractor invoices.
• Flag potential resource and scheduling issues for the Director of the PMO.
• Attend project meetings training meetings as deemed necessary by the Director of the PMO.
• Regular biweekly check-ins with the Director of the PMO, and check-ins with the Executive Director and key Leadership team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum of five to ten years of experience in public art project management.
• Demonstrated experience in management of people.
• Strong skills in budget management, artist and community relations, and complex problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with Smartsheets preferred.

Additional Information:

• The role is an independent contractor position that requires a dedicated commitment of 20 hrs/wk to be allocated between the hours of 9am and 5pm, Monday – Friday.
• This assignment ends on June 30, 2025.
• The hourly rate is between $50 – 60/hr based on experience.

To Apply: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and list of up to three (3) professional references to pmo@muralarts.org with “Public Project Specialist Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls or recruiters please.
For further information, visit www.muralarts.org.

Tour Guide 

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about the arts and your community? Do you want to share the rich history and fascinating stories behind the stunning public murals of Philadelphia? If so, Mural Arts Philadelphia seeks outgoing and engaging tour guides to join our team.

As the “Mural Capital of the World,” Philadelphia boasts over 4,100 public works of art that beautify, inspire, and empower the community. Our tours offer a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to learn about the artists, the community process, and the neighborhoods where these murals were created.

With over 600 tours conducted each year and 20+ professionally trained tour guides, this is your chance to join a dynamic organization and become an ambassador for Mural Arts. You’ll lead tours by foot through diverse city neighborhoods, sharing the amazing narrative of our 40-year-old organization and the stories behind these incredible works of art.

Mural Arts seeks candidates who value and demonstrate the following core competencies: committed problem-solving, deep thinking, fearless creation, inquisitive learning, thoughtful communication, mindful collaboration, personal accountability, and a commitment to actively prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. Mural Arts Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Desired Qualifications:

• Individuals with an energetic and engaging personality.
• A passion to learn about and eagerly tell the stories of Philadelphia’s murals and public artworks.
• The ability to retain information about our program and the neighborhoods we serve.
• Must be available to lead tours at least once per month and be able to lead an outdoor tour of approximately 1.5 miles.
• Must have access to a basic smartphone and computer access, and be comfortable using scheduling and ticketing software (don’t worry, we’ll train you!).
• College students, and Philadelphia residents, particularly in neighborhoods where tour routes are located are strongly encouraged to apply.

Tours depart from various points throughout the city, each lasting 90 minutes.

Compensation: Compensation is $52 per tour; Tour Guides are considered part-time employees of Mural Arts Advocates, therefore ineligible for benefits. Other perks include:

• Becoming part of a cohesive team of storytellers who love to share the stories behind our murals.
• 25% staff discount on Mural Arts merchandise – great for gifts or for yourself!
• Learning and mastering public speaking skills, valuable to all.

To Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter to Director of Tours and Merchandise Ellen Soloff at ellen.soloff@muralarts.org.

Lead Teaching Artist & Muralist 

The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program is seeking a Lead Teaching Artist and Muralist for its Art Education department, which serves over 2,000 opportunity youth annually through in and out-of-school programming at 25+ sites across the city.

The ideal candidate will have a background in youth education, strong facilitation and partnership-building skills. They will also be a big picture thinker with an innovative, community-minded artistic practice and demonstrated commitment to the linkage of art and project-based learning for young people, ages 7-12. The position requires attendance at instructor labs, reliable transportation and professional development. Mural-making experience is preferred but not required.

Our newest initiative is a deep partnership with Parks and Recreation and provides artistic enhancement to an after school program at a selected recreation center that culminates in a mural. The Lead Teaching Artist and an Assistant Teaching Artist will work for a 10 week session two days a week with young people attending the selected recreation center’s after school program. This 10 week art-based curriculum will inspire and guide students in creating a mural at the recreation center. In addition, teaching artists assist in maintaining classroom documentation and records.

Job Description:

• Work closely with Art Education staff to develop a project-based curriculum
• Prepare course material for presentation to groups of varying levels, backgrounds and interests and determine types and amounts of supplies for various types of projects
• Support administrative correspondence with rec center leaders and onsite event staff
• Facilitate the mural making process with a group of young people that includes and supports their artistic vision
• Instruct and supervise youth in after school art activities.
• Employee will also be responsible for record – keeping
• Perform related work as required.

Education & Experience:

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in instructing groups of youth or adults
• Ability to organize, instruct and motivate individuals and groups, and maintain order among recreation and social groups
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, associates and the general public.

Skills & Requirements:

• 3-5 years teaching experience;
• Knowledge of art history and art-making techniques;
• Ability to manage a classroom of up to 25 students;
• Significant experience working with under-served youth and/or middle and/or elementary school students;
• Ability to engage youth with multiple learning styles and varying artistic abilities;
• Ability to create lesson plans, organize projects, and facilitate class sessions.
• Excellent classroom management skills;
• Ability to manage paperwork and ongoing communications between program sites and Mural Arts staff;
• Willingness to learn the rules and norms of each recreation center as well as the broader philosophy of the parks and recreation department
• Willingness to work collaboratively and in partnership with, program managers, parks leaders, event planners;
• Access to reliable transportation;
• Willing to attain PA Child Abuse Report, PA Criminal Background Check, and FBI Check upon interview:
• Valid PA Child Abuse Report, PA Criminal Background Check, and FBI Clearances desirable.

Anticipated Commitment & Work Schedule: This employment opportunity is for an eleven week session. After- School hours are generally between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00pm at least two times a week (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu).

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $27 for 8 hours of work each week (4 hours in the classroom and 4 hours of prep). There is an additional stipend for mural design and execution. Health benefits are not included.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to arted.resumes@muralarts.org. For further information on Mural Arts Philadelphia, please visit www.muralarts.org.

Assistant Teaching Artist 

The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program is seeking an Assistant Teaching Artist for its Art Education department, which serves over 2,000 opportunity youth annually through in and out-of-school programming at 25+ sites across the city.

The ideal candidate will have a background in youth education, strong facilitation and partnership-building skills. They will also be a big picture thinker with an innovative, community-minded artistic practice and demonstrated commitment to the linkage of art and project-based learning for young people, ages 6-13. The position requires attendance at instructor labs, reliable transportation and professional development. Mural-making experience is preferred but not required.

Our newest initiative is a deep partnership with Parks and Recreation and provides artistic enhancement to an after school program at a selected recreation center that culminates in a mural. The Lead Teaching Artist and an Assistant Teaching Artist will work for a 10 week session two days a week with young people attending the selected recreation center’s after school program. This 10 week art-based curriculum will inspire and guide students in creating a mural at the recreation center. In addition, teaching artists assist in maintaining classroom documentation and records.

We are hiring for these artist for the following 10 week sessions:

• September 2, 2024 – November 8, 2024
• January 6, 2025 – March 21, 2025
• February 3, 2025 – April 11, 2025

Job Description:

• Work closely with Art Education staff and Lead Teaching Artist to implement a project-based curriculum
• Prepare course material for presentation to groups of varying levels, backgrounds and interests and determine types and amounts of supplies for various types of projects
• Support correspondence with rec center leaders and onsite event staff
• Facilitate the mural making process with a group of young people that includes and supports their artistic vision
• Instruct and supervise youth in after school art activities.
• Employee will also be responsible for record – keeping
• Perform related work as required.

Education & Experience:

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in instructing groups of youth or adults
• Ability to organize, instruct and motivate individuals and groups, and maintain order among recreation and social groups
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, associates and the general public.

Skills & Requirements:

• 1-2 years teaching experience;
• Knowledge of art history and art-making techniques;
• Ability to support managing a classroom of up to 25 students;
• Significant experience working with under-served youth and/or middle and/or elementary school students;
• Ability to engage youth with multiple learning styles and varying artistic abilities;
• Ability to assist with the creation of lesson plans, organization of projects, and facilitation of class sessions.
• Excellent classroom management skills;
• Ability to assist with managing paperwork and ongoing communications between program sites and Mural Arts staff;
• Willingness to learn the rules and norms of each recreation center as well as the broader philosophy of the parks and recreation department;
• Willingness to work collaboratively and in partnership with, program managers, parks leaders, event planners;
  Access to reliable transportation;
• Willing to attain PA Child Abuse Report, PA Criminal Background Check, and FBI Check upon interview;
• Valid PA Child Abuse Report, PA Criminal Background Check, and FBI Clearances desirable.

Anticipated Commitment & Work Schedule: This employment opportunity is for an eleven week session with potential for rehire. After- School hours are generally between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00pm at least two times a week (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu).

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $17 for 8 hours of work each week (4 hours in the classroom and 4 hours of prep). Health benefits are not included.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to arted.resumes@muralarts.org. For further information on Mural Arts Philadelphia, please visit www.muralarts.org.

Part-Time Events Specialist 

The Mural Arts Communications department seeks a part-time Events Specialist to assist with the development and execution of public-facing programming and special events that underscore Mural Arts’ mission and core values as a social service organization that uses the transformative power of art as a vehicle. Reporting to Mural Arts’ Programmatic and Public Events Manager, the part-time Events Specialist is part of the Communications team to ensure the consistent high quality and success of Mural Arts events.

Essential Responsibilities:

• On-site Logistical Management:
  • Handle on-site logistical tasks such as setting up and breaking down tables, chairs, and tents.
  • Coordinate with crew members for equipment setup and ensure all necessary materials are present and accounted for.
  • This role requires frequent physical tasks such as moving and setting up objects like tables, chairs, and tents, particularly during high-traffic event seasons. Candidates should be comfortable with extended periods of physical activity.
• Permits and Approvals:
  • Submit city sound and street closure requests and ensure all necessary event permits are obtained.
• Event Support and Monitoring:
  • Serve as on-site contact during events (including after work hours and weekends), ensuring the smooth execution of the Run of Show (ROS).
  • Provide additional support as needed, including managing check-ins and addressing any on-site issues that arise.
• Strategic Event Planning:
  • Coordinate with project managers, departments, and external partners to plan and execute events strategically.
  • Collaborate closely with the Programmatic and Public Events Manager to ensure smooth communication, coordination, and role clarity within the events team.
  • Commit to a minimum of four in-office hours weekly.
  • When possible, participate in calls and site visits to ensure all stakeholders are aware of and involved in the event planning process.
  • The role requires flexibility to manage event-specific duties during busy seasons and address ongoing tasks such as inventory and administrative work during quieter periods.
• Event Evaluation and Improvement:
  • Develop and implement an evaluation rubric for events to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
  • Suggest strategic improvements to enhance community engagement and the overall event experience.
• Inventory Management:
  • Track and manage event-related inventory, including tables, chairs, and tents.
  • Upkeep the events closet and maintain a monthly collateral inventory.
  • Coordinate with the crew for equipment pickup and return, ensuring all items are accounted for in weekly check-ins.
• Branding and Visibility:
  • Ensure Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP) branding is prominently displayed at all events (e.g., flags, tablecloths, A-frames, banners, tablecloths, signage, and more).
  • Coordinate with the Communications and Marketing Manager to ensure consistent and effective visual representation.
• Community Engagement:
  • Focus on creating meaningful experiences and community engagement at events.
  • Facilitate on-site interactions, such as media interviews (when MAP’s publicist is not onsite), connections with community members, and opportunities for donations.
• Vendor and Volunteer Coordination:
  • Plan and facilitate volunteer orientations, ensuring volunteers are well-prepared to represent Mural Arts effectively during events.
  • While managing vendor relationships is less frequent, maintain a list of reliable vendors and coordinate their involvement as needed.
  • Organize and manage volunteer support for events, ensuring sufficient staffing and coordination.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in the area of Event Planning.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Organized and methodical approach to work.
• A problem-solver with the ability to think strategically and efficiently when faced with on-site issues.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and listening) and collaboration/team skills.
• Experience working with outside vendors and contractors.
• A driver’s license and access to a vehicle are ideal.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This position is ideal for individuals who are self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to follow directions with a high level of initiative. A proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion is essential.
• This position offers opportunities for growth and development, with evolving responsibilities as Mural Arts expands its public programming.

Other position details: 

• This is a part-time position, up to 20 hours per week
• The pay rate between $25.00 – $27.00 per hour based on experience
• Candidates must be available during the week days and some weekends to attend events

To Apply: please send your cover letter and resume to events@muralarts.org with the subject: “Events Specialist Position”

Mural Arts seeks candidates who value and demonstrate the following core competencies: committed problem-solving, deep thinking & fearless creation, inquisitive learning, thoughtful communication, mindful collaboration, personal accountability, and a commitment to actively prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Mural Arts Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.