Chief Advancement Officer 

Position Overview:

Mural Arts’ Chief Advancement Officer is a member of the Executive Team and is responsible for managing and directing the fundraising, earned revenue and communications programs for Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP), with efficiency and a clear vision of growth and goals that align with MAP’s strategic plan, and support the organization’s mission, vision and values. This role is a highly visible and public position for MAP, and reports directly to the Executive Director. As an executive level representative for the organization, this position demands strong interpersonal, and relationship building skills, along with sophisticated professionalism, urgency and the drive to develop, implement, and meet all annual financial goals.

The Chief Advancement Officer creates and implements strategies to increase revenue through awareness, manage donor relationships, and expand audiences. Core responsibilities of this role include strategic oversight of all fundraising and stewardship efforts; strategic oversight of communications and marketing plans; broadening and expanding the tours and merchandise offerings; and serving as the key liaison to the Board. The Chief Advancement Officer has three direct reports at the Director level. The position is responsible for maintaining strong relationships with major funders, while cultivating new partnerships / relationships that support growth objectives for MAP. The Chief Advancement Officer works with leaders across the organization to ensure that all teams are working toward the same revenue goals and using their time effectively on related programs. The role works in close collaboration with the Executive Director, the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance, and the Board of Trustees, with responsibilities that are split between the program management and operations management of the organization’s revenue and communication efforts.

Responsibilities

• Fundraising and Revenue Management
  • Works closely with the Development team to plan and oversee all fundraising for the organization, with annual goals in the range of 16m – 18m
  • Creates and executes the annual fundraising plan and earned revenue targets growing organizational understanding of the market and future opportunities
  • Works with the Director of Finance and program directors to develop annual department level budgets and project revenues
  • Works with the Director of Tours & Merchandise to develop earned revenue targets for the fiscal year in excess of $300,000
  • Identifies and implements strategies to overcome revenue challenges and barriers
  • Develops and manages longer term campaigns and revenue plans
  • Cultivates new sources of support / funders with an emphasis on individual giving, including major and planned gifts
  • Oversees the management and coordination of all galas and fundraising events for MAP, including securing needed sponsorships from individuals and corporations
• Communications & Marketing Management
  • Works closely with the Sr. Director of Communication and Brand Management to develop marketing strategies that increase awareness of MAP’s mission and vision, along with the programs and offerings that support the mission and vision
  • Oversees all digital and written communications to ensure cohesion with target audiences
  • Partners with Development and Communications staff to create case statements for fundraising priorities. Ensures staff and Board members have the necessary tools to communicate this information consistently and impactfully to external audiences
  • Develops yearly media plan and pitch stories that show MAP’s depth and breadth as a community convener, educational resource and advocate for the arts and social justice causes
• Board, Executive and Other Responsibilities
  • Provides strategic thought leadership to the Executive Director and other members of the Executive Team
  • Serves as the main liaison to the Board of Trustees; serves as the main staff contact for Board Committees; solicits, interviews, and secures new board members; conducts individual meetings with each board member no less than annually
  • Works directly with the Executive Director to organize meetings with civic and government leaders to ensure that they are aware of MAP, its activities, and that it is a valuable community resource and asset

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of ten years of experience in fundraising, preferably with non-profit and/or arts and culture organizations
• Knowledge of the greater Philadelphia region’s philanthropic community is required
• Demonstrated record of attracting and securing significant gifts from donors; proven experience with individual giving preferred
• Strong experience with budget management and budget reporting
• Knowledge of marketing and communications trends
• Ability to appeal to a sophisticated, high-wealth donor community
• Highly organized and able to juggle multiple demands simultaneously and effectively
• Management experience and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, board, and external partners
• Proven ability to work with database technology, Salesforce preferred
• Excellent communication (oral and listening) and collaboration skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with MS Office and Google Workspace
• Must be able to attend evening and weekend events when required and be available for consultation outside of office hours

Salary: This is a salaried exempt position paying in the range of $120,000 to $140,000 per year depending on experience. 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 christopher.williams@muralarts.org. No phone calls or recruiters please.

Restorative Justice Program Director 

Position Overview:

Mural Arts Philadelphia is seeking a Director to lead the work of its nationally recognized Restorative Justice Program. Restorative Justice provides an opportunity for individuals to restore their relationships with themselves, their families, those experiencing harm, communities impacted by harm, and explore the opportunity for accountability. In the Restorative Justice paradigm, there is an acknowledgment of interconnectedness and alternatives to punishment. This reimagining courageously engages the first steps on the path to healing and positive contribution.

Our Restorative Justice Program aims to:

• Improve opportunities and quality of life for those in and returning from prison in order to reduce recidivism and increase chances of successful re-entry.
• Stimulate healing in communities negatively impacted by crime and incarceration, including those who are victimized by crime and the families that suffer from the disruptive effects of mass incarceration.
• Model safety and care through comprehensive programs, empowerment through art, and a focus on eliminating violence.
• Use community art and partnerships with justice and diversion organizations to engage and inform diverse audiences about specific issues and challenges relating to the justice system with the goal of creating a more supportive environment for those re-entering society.
• Develop the capacity of staff and program members to incorporate restorative practices in the community through modeling and encouraging creative and effective approaches to discipline.
• Influence the systems that devise and implement our criminal justice system to reduce inequity and bias and pursue strategies that best serve the needs of individuals and communities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and advance the vision and goals of the program in collaboration with the team and Mural Arts’ leadership.
• Supervise, mentor, and support the team assigned to the work.
• Communicate the mission of Restorative Justice as a space of positive relationship, safety, rediscovery and discovery, and skill development.
• Oversee the work of consultants, artists, instructors assigned to the program.
• Develop and maintain the partnerships necessary to advance the work in collaboration with key staff.
• Develop and manage the program’s budget.
• Serve on Mural Arts’ leadership team and participate in strategic discussion about Mural Arts’ work and its future.
• Generate narrative reports for funding and reporting purposes.
• Serve as ambassador for Mural Arts and the Restorative Justice Program in a wide range of settings locally, nationally and internationally.
• Evaluate the program’s offerings and innovate areas reflective of the need for this justice impacted community.
• Oversee data systems and organize the collection of necessary data, and prepare reports as required.
• Create learning spaces where curriculum and/or relevant content is organized, coordinated, facilitated and effectively presented.
• Coordinate project management of public art projects aligned with core curriculum.
• Collaborate with core support divisions (Communications, Development and Finance) to assist the efforts to fundraise, market, and track the work of the Program.
• Support the cultivation of donors interested in the work of Restorative Justice.

Desired Qualifications:

• Commitment to the principles of restorative justice and restorative practices.
• Familiarity and connections with the criminal justice system.
• Experience with program development and implementation.
• Belief in the power of participatory public art to beautify, inspire and empower.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to cultural, economic, gender, and sexual orientation differences.
• Alignment with core organizational values (curiosity, collaboration, innovation, diversity, equity, accountability and forgiveness).
• Ability to work well with diverse populations, especially those impacted by trauma.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in social service, criminal justice, restorative justice, program management or related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience successfully leading and managing people while effectively managing programs/projects.
• Experience providing trauma-informed practices to individuals in the Philadelphia region.
• Ability to motivate and lead people and programs with vision, creativity, and strategy.
• Capacity to work collaboratively within this program and across Mural Arts to ensure a robust cross sector approach to the work.
• Capacity to develop, nurture, and advance people and partnerships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supervising diverse teams.
• Justice impacted, and/or understanding the importance of advocacy for the justice impacted, and/or a strong knowledge of the carceral system and its impact on individuals and community.
• Proven experience collecting and utilizing data to inform programmatic decisions and monitor plans for restorative justice interventions.
• Commitment to justice, compassion, and restoration.
• Vision for the impact of art as a catalyst for change.

Salary: This is a salaried exempt position paying in the range of $72,500 – 80,000 per year depending on experience. 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 RJDirector@muralarts.org with “Restorative Justice Director”
in the subject line. No phone calls or recruiters please.

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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.

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.