Arts Specialist (Programmer)

Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Tinker Arts and Crafts Center. This is a regular part-time position, guaranteed 20 hours per week. Working Environment: Subject to metal and wood splinters, adhesives, paint fumes, cuts, burns and bruises. Physical Effort: Must be physically able to lift and carry items up to and including 50 pounds.

Duties

• Assists in management of day to day Arts & Crafts Center programs. Plans, schedules, develops and coordinates arts and crafts activities such as painting with multiple mediums and surfaces, leatherwork, ceramics, pottery, wood sign making, vinyl work, kids camps, sketching/drawing, textile projects, photography, etc. Programs can include those to meet more specialized interests such as cooking, beauty make-up art, and thrown pottery. Provides instruction, guidance and leadership to participants - modifying, adapting, expanding, or otherwise changing plans and procedures for specific activities as developments require. Submits program plans to encompass labor, materials, venues, marketing and publicity. Determines costs and pricing associated with events. Assists with the budget for fiscal year skill development program requirements. Develops and implements procedures to monitor, track and document program effectiveness and success. Reports progress and makes recommendations on program planning, coordination and follow-up procedures to the Arts & Crafts Director (ACD). Utilizes various software programs in researching, networking, exchanging information and establishing historical files. Acts as the Administrator for Social Media platforms to include developing, posting, and monitoring content. Resolves customer issues and complaints. Monitors and tracks complaints to evaluate and then ensure quality service and client satisfaction. Performs preventative maintenance and monitors the condition of A&C equipment and supplies used to support the program. Requisitions new equipment and supplies. Evaluates effectiveness of ongoing activities from the stand point of participants, resources, unforeseen developments and program objectives and prepares after-action reports. Recommends new programming activities, to include type of format and resources the activity would require. Activities constitute year-round programming. Assists individuals with special interests to develop clubs or special interest groups. Greets customers and conducts facility tours. Develops a quarterly and yearly program calendar of events which is used to prepare budgets. Solicits and trains volunteers as needed. Maintains certification for serving food and alcohol. Routinely briefs on-base and off-base organizations regarding the variety of programs offered by the Arts & Crafts Center. Assists in the performance of liaison duties between Arts & Crafts and base organizations. Observes work performance of A&C volunteers and contracted instructors and makes recommendations to the ACD. May operate the cash register, collect money, make change and issue receipts. May work an irregular tour of duty to include nights, weekends and holidays. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13059869

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/16/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience with ceramics, painting with other media, fabric crafts, calligraphy and or lettering machines, engraving, glass crafts and mat cutting. Must be able to read, write, spell and figure basic math and measurements. Must have a clear speaking voice and be able to deal with the public. Must be proficient in the use of computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office). Must have excellent customer service skills or relative experience handling customers.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

How to apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/16/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status