Arts and Culture Manager

Overview

The City of Richmond, California, known as the “City of Pride and Purpose”, is a vibrant and diverse community of more than 116,000 residents located on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay—just five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast of downtown San Francisco. Best known for its role as the most productive shipbuilding center of World War II, Richmond has grown into an important industrial, commercial, shipping, and transportation hub, while also diversifying into biotechnology, green technology, alternative energy, and artisanal food manufacturing.

Its central location and multimodal transportation network — including BART, Amtrak, AC Transit, ferry service, and two major interstates — make it one of the most accessible and well-connected cities in the Bay Area. Richmond is the perfect location to “play in the Bay” and explore with distinct neighborhoods, the Bay Trail and 32 miles of shoreline, museums, golf, water sports, two unique islands, live theatre, excellent shopping and attractive hotels, diverse dining, cultural events and activities, and much more.

The City has one of the most progressive city governments in California. Richmond is working on developing and implementing programs and policies with a focus on health and racial equity, in order to enhance the quality of life and ensure fair outcomes for all residents.

The City is seeking a strong communicator who is technically savvy and has a strong ability to lead as their next Arts and Culture Manager. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in modern office practices and software, public/private art programs and project management, business administration, and construction project oversight.

Qualified candidates possess a Master`s degree in Business Management, Public Art Program Management, or Museum Program Management, or otherwise related field of study; along with five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in municipal public art program or project management. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must be able to travel to various locations within and outside of Richmond to meet program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities.

When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver`s license and satisfactory driving record is required.

The annual salary range for the Arts and Culture Manager is $ – $ annually; with negotiated wage increases of 5% on July 1, 2026, and 5% on July 1, 2027. Placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience.