
Public Art Technician
Part-timeMost applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting — no sign-up to start.
At a glance
Job overview
The City of Reno seeks a part‑time, temporary Public Art Technician to clean and maintain the public art collection, assist with gallery exhibitions, support database and workshop coordination, and provide customer service while working alongside the Arts & Culture Team.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Public Art Technician
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/newprint/5455876)
Apply
Public Art Technician
Salary
$16.75 - $18.75 Hourly
Location
City of Reno, NV
Job Type
Part-Time Temporary
Job Number
NCS2026-9541PA
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
08/21/2026
Closing Date
9/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
-
Description
-
Benefits
Description
If YOU are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a place where you and your ideas matter - a place where the results of your hard work are reflected throughout your community and on the faces of your neighbors - this is your home. What are you waiting for? APPLY TODAY!
The Arts and Culture Division in the Department of Public Works has an exciting opportunity for a temporary, non-benefited, part-timePublic Art Technician!The ideal candidate will have a passion for arts, culture, and community initiatives.
This is a temporary, non-benefited, part-time position up to 17.5 hours per week (not to exceed 233 hours per quarter and 1039 hours in the FY). There are no benefits offered with this position.
Examples of Essential Functions
The Public Art Technician will work alongside and support the Arts & Culture Team. Typical responsibilities include:
-
Clean and maintain the public art collection, including hanging and moving artwork, removing graffiti, applying graffiti coatings, and preparing signal boxes.
-
Assist in the formulation of procedures, standards, and planning for City collection.
-
Assist with all aspects of City gallery exhibitions (calendaring, wall labels, install/deinstall, artist contracts, coordinating delivery and pickup of work, promotion, printed materials, receptions, etc.).
-
Help maintain public art database.
-
Help coordinate and organize professional development workshops.
-
Assist with various programs including galleries, public art, and arts events.
-
Convey and exchange verbal and written information.
-
Greet customers and provide program information.
-
Collaborate with staff on various projects as needed.
-
Perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
-
Customer service principles.
-
Microsoft Office Suite (word processing, database, spreadsheet, and PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, and graphics such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign
-
Basic principles, practices, and operations of providing arts and culture assistance.
-
Work organization and office management principles and practices.
-
Methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, report preparation, and presentation.
-
Terminology used in the area of assignment.
-
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and various software packages.
-
Methods and techniques used in communication and public art.
-
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
-
Basic filing, and confidential recordkeeping principles.
Ability to:
-
Provide exceptional customer service.
-
Learn basic principles of a public art.
-
Learn to prepare a variety of basic reports and agendas.
-
Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
-
Operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages.
-
Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals.
-
Meet the physical requirements to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.
-
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Work Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in art handling and/or paid office or program support.
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level coursework in art, art history, art conservation, and/or gallery practices
Supplemental Information
Environment:Work is performed in a standard indoor and outdoor environment. May be required to work on evenings or weekends.
Physical:Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; lift objects up to 50 pounds; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service System. The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law.
No Benefits Offered for this position
Employer
City of Reno
Address
PO Box 1900Reno, Nevada, 89505
Phone
(775) 334-2223
Website
https://www.reno.gov/government/jobs-recruitment.php
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.