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Portland is a city shaped by its creativity-where public art transforms streets into stories, bridges history with the present, and fosters a sense of belonging in every neighborhood. The City of Portland's Office of Arts & Culture seeks a visionary Public Art Administrator to guide the evolution and refinement of Portland's public art programs. This role is not just about managing what already exists-it's about imagining what's next. The Administrator will oversee the City's public art collection, Percent for Art program, coordination with contractors, and public engagement initiatives, ensuring that public art reflects Portland's diversity, enriches civic spaces, and strengthens cultural vitality. The Office of Arts & Culture is committed to supporting public art in all its diverse forms-from monumental sculptures in parks to original paintings that line the walls of City Hall. Public art serves as a platform for storytelling, civic dialogue, and creative expression, helping to shape Portland's evolving cultural landscape. The Public Art Administrator will play a key role in strategic initiatives, including the Portland Monuments Project, stewarding and expanding the City's public art collection, and ensuring that new installations reflect and honor the diversity of Portland's communities.