Statement of Duties
The Somerville Arts and Culture (SAC) Director provides high-level leadership to elevate the arts across the municipal government and the community, recognizing the unique role municipalities play in a vibrant cultural ecosystem. The Director is tasked with shepherding the local, long-term goals for the field as well as positioning Somerville as a regional leader in arts and culture through strategic vision, partnerships, and policy development through collaboration across government agencies, artists, cultural organizations, community groups, educational institutions, businesses, and regional partners.

This role includes but is not limited to leadership in arts planning; creative placemaking; public art; cultural programming; community events; celebration of community identity and cultural heritage; development of arts and cultural spaces; artist support and workforce development initiatives; and policies and investments that expand access and visibilit...