Supervisor Director of Programs Summary The Program Manager provides leadership for the Massachusetts Cultural Council's grant programs and services for 335 local cultural councils (LCC). Responsibilities include long-range planning, developing work plans, overseeing day-to-day operations, and managing a department staff of six people. Job Responsibilities * Work closely with the Director of Programs and other senior staff on long-range planning to develop policies and programs serving the network of 335 councils and 2,700 volunteers.* Develop strategies and work plans for LCC-related programs and services.* Ensure smooth administrative functioning of the Communities Department grant programs including the $3.9 million Local Cultural Council Program which provides an annual allocation for local grant making in every city and town of the Commonwealth.* Maintain, develop and oversee technical assistance services for local cultural council members, municipal officials and applicants including an on-line grant management system and annual training workshops. * Work collaboratively within the agency on the MCC's cultural participation initiative for artists, cultural organizations, schools and communities.* Supervise department staff, including annual performance evaluations. * Represent the MCC at local, regional, and national conferences and meetings. Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree; graduate degree desirable.* Five years experience in arts administration or grants management. Background in community development work and experience working with municipal officials and volunteers highly desirable. * Excellent managerial, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills. * Demonstrated supervisory skills.* Ability to manage detail under deadline pressure.* Willingness and ability to travel within Massachusetts. Salary Commensurate with experience. Start Date September 2002 The MCC is committed to equality of opportunity as a matter of law and policy; minorities and other affirmative action populations are encouraged to apply.