Group and Team: Creative City
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent, Part-time 0.8 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 4
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $98,108 to $112,391 per annum (pro rata) + 13% superannuation

About the role

This position plays a vital role in enhancing the City's success by overseeing the development, coordination, and administration of the Council's Public Art Program.

Role accountabilities include:

• Managing all aspects of Council’s Public Art Program, from strategy development, financial coordination, project management of built works.
• Coordination of all aspects of communications, marketing and media for Council’s Public Art Program including developing communications plans, media releases, public art guides and management of Creative Hobart Instagram.
• Managing Council’s public art collection (value $3 million) including asset maintenance and cleansing.
• Fostering liaison between Council and Arts and Cultural Organisations on matters associated with Public Art and establishing partnerships to further the objectives of Council’s Public Art Program.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Public Art Program Coordinator Position Description

About you

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Building, Project Management, Visual Arts, Business Administration, or have substantial experience working on public art projects gained through several years in a similar role, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. It is also required that you hold a current Class C Driver Licence and a Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Card.

You should have a proactive attitude and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment. If you have excellent attention to detail and excel in a high-volume work setting, this position could be perfect for you.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about Public Art and the Community and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Jane Castle, Program Lead Arts and Culture, on 03 6238 2767 or email [email protected]

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 22 June 2025.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.