Art House Coordinator

Mobile Loaves & Fishes•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Loaves & Fishes Art House program exists at Community First! Village to create connection, inspiration and dignity in a beautiful and hospitable environment where neighbors and volunteers create products of pure goodness together in community. The Art House Coordinator is instrumental in fostering a creative, relational, and productive space where neighbors can explore their artistic talents, earn a dignified income, and build relationships with volunteers. This role will support studio operations, volunteers, product development, and trust-based relationships with artists and potential artists. It requires strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and a heart for serving alongside individuals who have experienced homelessness. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Senior Programs Manager. Due to the nature and requirements of the position, hours are flexible to fit the need, but typically include 8am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Some nights and weekends may be required. The Art House Coordinator will office at Community First! Village located at 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX 78724.

Requirements

Commitment to serving those who have experienced homelessness and personal alignment with MLF's vision, mission, core values, and goals.
Multiple years of experience in Hospitality, Retail, Nonprofits, Church Ministry, or related fields.
Skilled in customer service and hospitality practices.
A desire and ability to consistently improve the customer experience.
Ability to remain poised under pressure.
Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented.
Experience in scheduling, organizing and leading groups of people.
Ability to work collaboratively on a team while remaining self-motivated and dependable.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to take ownership of responsibilities and identify creative solutions, even when limited information and resources are available.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates integrity, strives for excellence in their work, and has experience leading others to new levels of effectiveness and programmatic impact.
Comfortable teaching others and giving guidance.
Comfortable navigating conflict.
Must be proficient in the use of technology, including (but not limited to) Microsoft Suite, Asana, and Square.
Ability to maintain safety standards and enforce policies with consistency and professionalism.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform extended periods of work that involves bending, squatting, and/or standing.
Ability to sit or stand for a prolonged period.
Able to stay focused and effective in a high-interruption, fast-paced environment.
Comfortable working around strong odors from art materials and chemicals.
Must wear attire that is professional and presentable but suitable for messy or hands-on work; close-toed shoes are recommended for safety (but not required).
Ability to move about all phases of Community First! Village properties freely and comfortably.
Ability to drive a golf cart.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in art studios preferred but not required.
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
Experience with basic event management a plus.

Responsibilities

Foster a hospitable and relational studio environment by welcoming neighbors, volunteers, and guests; providing Art House orientation to first-time guests; and maintaining a calm, productive, and mission-aligned atmosphere.
Host and facilitate open studio sessions, guiding supply use, supporting artist projects, upholding studio policies, and processing payments accurately via Square.
Staff the Art House on Saturdays, expanding the program's capacity to host volunteers and provide opportunities for neighbors to explore their artistic talents.
Support and coach volunteers by matching individuals to appropriate tasks, providing hands-on instruction (particularly in ceramics and jewelry), and fostering meaningful engagement.
Maintain studio operations and production readiness by managing tools, materials, and kiln schedules; preparing clay and glazes; ensuring cleanliness; and upholding safety standards.
Operate and monitor kilns, including loading and unloading, tracking firing schedules, and reporting maintenance concerns to the Art House Steward.
Manage inventory and financial processes by tracking supplies, preparing market inventory (via Microsoft Forms), and reconciling POS transactions and cash drawer activity.
Facilitate Dignified Income contract work by ensuring quality standards, tracking deliverables, processing weekly contracts, and celebrating artist milestones.
Build consistent, encouraging relationships with neighbors, offering relational support, celebrating milestones, resolving conflicts with empathy, and reinforcing a culture of dignity and accountability.
Coordinate communication and scheduling using Rallyhood, Canva, signage, and verbal outreach to keep neighbors and volunteers informed and engaged.
Represent the Art House to visiting groups and tours by communicating the program's purpose in a compelling, audience-appropriate manner.
Support events and seasonal initiatives, including "Christmas in July," pop-up markets, and Village of Lights, assisting with setup, inventory preparation, transport, and on-site support.
Collaborate with the Art House Steward to develop new small-group service opportunities and contribute to the creation of fresh, seasonal "Made in Community" product offerings.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.