Development and Grants Associate

Artpace San Antonio is a nonprofit residency program which supports Texas, national, and international artists in the creation of new art. As a catalyst for artistic expression, we engage local communities with global art practices and experiences. Our organization has 30-year history of working with and supporting leading contemporary artists from around the world. with a rich history and an unmatched reputation for empowering artists to live and create new works that are exhibited to the public for free

The Development and Grants Associate duties include writing, assembling, and submitting grant applications for foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other grant-making organizations as instructed, and is responsible for detailed grant reporting and following and maintaining a calendar of submissions dates and other relevant deadlines. Additionally, this position will assist with additional Development efforts as needed.

This is a full-time, exempt position (35 hours per week), requiring after hours as needed for public programs, artists’ projects, openings, lectures, and other public events. This position has generous benefits, including paid leave, shared health care, a 401k plan, holidays, and a positive work environment. The salary range for this position is $38,000 to $45,000, commensurate with experience. This position reports to the Director of Development.

Responsibilities

Manage requests and applications for grants and proposals ranging in size from $5,000 to 500,000, including city, state, and federal funding.

Assemble and submit grant requests, including a compelling, art-centric narrative, letters of support, budgets, and any other required materials.

Maintain a highly detailed calendar to ensure timely delivery of letters of intent, applications, and reports.

Prioritize multiple deadline-driven projects, meet deadlines, and manage the collection of supplemental materials required.

Work as a team to identify, gather, and archive important organizational data relevant to grant writing and reporting.

Communicate grant and reporting requirements to relevant staff.

Provide current grant status updates and reports to the Artpace board and committees.

Provide support for other Development efforts as requested, such as, drafting and sending solicitation letters and acknowledgments, and membership support.

Work as a team to provide general staff support during Artpace events

Characteristics and Qualifications Required

• Excellent writing and research skills
• Passion and strong understanding of contemporary art, familiarity with San Antonio and Texas art community
• Self-motivated, highly organized, detail-oriented
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
• Ability to seek and synthesize information and communicate in a concise manner
• Goal-driven, results-oriented team member
• Passionate advocate and promoter of the arts and of this community
• Proficiency with MAC-based Office365 suite, BOX online sever
• eTapestry or Blackbaud donor database experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record
• Pass background and credit checks

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Three years relevant experience, advanced writing skills, aptitude for independent and cooperative decision-making, and proactive creative and strategic thinking and problem-solving

Artpace provides a comfortable work environment, office space with free parking, a computer, use of Artpace email for official business, and access to physical and digital files. This position is in person at 445 N Main Ave, San Antonio, TX.

The position has a clear path for advancement based on experience, performance, and tenure while successfully meeting the defined goals of Artpace’s mission.

Artpace is an equal opportunity employer. For over 30 years, Artpace has hired the most qualified, talented, energetic, and diverse employees to join in our mission of supporting artists in the creation of new art. Artpace does not discriminate in its hiring practices and encourages people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for this posting.

*REQUIRED*

• To apply please submit a PDF of a resume, a letter of interest, two samples of a recent writing and grant requests, and three (3) references, via INDEED.
• The deadline is March 31st, or until Artpace has a diverse pool of applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• San Antonio, TX 78205: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person