Mayor’s Summer Youth Job’s Program – Public Art Project Assistant

Mayor’s Summer Youth Jobs Program

Job Description

Position Title: Office of Public Art Project Assistant

Department: Office of Public Art

Location: TBD

Number of open positions: 4 Anticipated Start Date: 6/8/26 End Date: 7/31/26

Hours of work per week: Up to 35 hours per week

Business/Work Hours: 9:00AM – 5:00PM, FLEXIBLE BASED ON PROJECT NEEDS

Pay Rate: $13/hour

General Description:

The purpose of this class within the organization is to implement a variety of community, recreational, cultural, special events, and other programs at City of Charleston designated facilities. This position is part of the Mayor’s Summer Youth Jobs Program for individuals aged 16-20 years old. Employment dates are June 8, 2026, through July 31, 2026, with potential extensions based on availability and departmental needs. This position works under close supervision and performs duties according to established procedures.

Responsibilities, tasks, and projects:

Office of Public Art Project Assistant serves as an assistant to the COPA Director and functions as a project leader on COPA initiatives.

• Conservation and maintenance efforts
• Project development
• Project execution (i.e. prepping, painting, installation )
• Office/Studio organization
• Clerical tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Candidate requirements:

• Must be 16 years of age up to 20 years of age.
• Enrolled in an Arts related field of study
• Basic knowledge and experience painting on a large scale
• Basic understanding of tools and functions are executing Public Art

Dress Code:

• Casual, often paint clothes

Core Competencies:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for own
• Adaptability – responds positively to
• Communications – listens, speaks and/or writes in a clear, concise and respectful manner.
• Customer Service – provides courteous, accessible and quality assistance to internal and external customers.
• Initiative – takes proactive action to complete work or resolve issues
• Judgment & Decision Making – evaluates issues and makes sound factual
• Professional Development – seeks opportunities to enhance technical skills and job
• Teamwork & Cooperation – collaborates with others to fulfill the City’s vision and achieve departmental goals and strategic objectives.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work
• Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate and interact with others; to understand and interpret safety instructions; and to respond to internal and external
• Ability to understand and comply with City and departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work assigned to employees in this classification. It is not intended to list all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Supervisors, managers, or department heads may assign additional or modified duties as needed. The City reserves the right to revise this job description at any time, for any lawful reason, with or without notice. This description does not constitute a contract or guarantee of continued employment

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disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

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NOTE: Employment at the City of Charleston is considered to be at will and may be terminated by you or the City at any time.