Facilities Coordinator

CORE DEVELOPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain general cleanliness and safety of Root Division’s space and surroundings, including galleries, classrooms, offices, woodshop, digital lab, storage areas, hallways, stairways, emergency exits, entryways, parking area, and adjacent sidewalks
• Coordinate facilities tasks for volunteer support; Finish tasks not completed by volunteer artists or hired contractors
• Support production of RD exhibitions/events/classes in collaboration with staff/ hired contractors
• Oversee proper storage of supplies, tools, lighting, and AV equipment
•  Uphold guidelines for space use and safety information in regards to doors/security, lighting, and use of equipment & tools
• Support 2nd Saturday, fundraising events (TASTE/ Art Auction), donor events, and programs in facility-related tasks
• Act as an on-call/ emergency contact for any facilities-related issues
• Work with Executive Director, Managing Director, board, and other staff to maintain a positive, efficient work environment 

ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

Assists in sustaining a thriving, dynamic organization

• Serve as an advocate of Root Division’s mission by acting as an ambassador to artists, students, supporters, donors, sponsors, neighbors, and other organizational contacts.
• Support thriving Studios Program via participation in monthly All Artist Meetings and oversight of service hours and policies;  Support on-boarding process for new artists, interns/volunteers, and fellows
• Participate in professional development and related trainings as needed.
• Miscellaneous program support including reception, meeting prep/ set-up, and errands
• Opportunity to participate on RD’s DEI Advisory Committee of Board, Staff, and Studio Artists

ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

Overall support in sustaining a thriving, dynamic organization

• Help recruit & coordinate interns/ volunteers for development needs
• Support coordination of thriving Studios Program via participation All Artist Meetings
• Work with staff and board in contributing input and feedback for organizational strategic planning
• Participate in professional development and related trainings as needed.
• Miscellaneous administrative and program support including reception, phone, filing, meeting prep/ set-up, general office/ facility upkeep, and errands.
• Opportunity to participate on RD’s DEI Advisory Committee of Board, Staff, and Studio Artists

* All tasks are based at Root Division’s facility, so applicants based in SF or within a 2-3 mile radius of RD’s space are preferred.

ABOUT ROOT DIVISION:

Root Division is a visual arts non-profit that provides discounted and free studio space to emerging visual artists in exchange for volunteer service in the community. Our mission is to empower artists, inspire youth, foster community service, and enrich the Bay Area through engagement in the visual arts. At Root Division, we are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive, accessible organization that intentionally brings together diverse groups of artists and audiences. We condemn and do not tolerate racist, ableist, homophobic, transphobic, misogynistic, sexist, or xenophobic attitudes, structures, or behaviors.