Visual Arts Recreation Programmer

The Recreation Programmer for Visual Arts develops and delivers a variety of visual arts programs for public participation in Strathcona County. The Recreation Programmer ensures high quality culture programming opportunities exist for Strathcona County residents which meet their needs, maximize resources, ensure safety and reflect the mission statement of Recreation, Parks, and Culture of generating opportunities that enable the pursuit of healthy lifestyle choices. This position is based at Gallery@501 and works within a network of Recreation Programmers and as part of the Culture Program Team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality art, craft and culture opportunities for Strathcona County at Gallery@501 and other venues maximizing resources, adhering to safety protocols, and reflecting the department’s mission statement and Strathcona County’s corporate values
• Plan and develop programs for community members, groups, and schools to promote arts education and build engagement with the Arts and Gallery@501 location
• Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programs and services to ensure community needs are being met
• Recruit, interview, schedule, develop, supervise, and evaluate program contractors, staff and volunteers
• Support operations at Gallery@501 as part of a visitor-focussed team; greet guests to the gallery, assist with exhibition installs, supervise gallery spaces, and contribute to special events and receptions
• Network with industry professionals and research new trends to ensure programs are developed and continuously improved to reflect current trends
• Promote and cross-market recreation programs and services through department marketing strategy and outside resources to ensure maximum participation and revenue generation
• Develop and manage the program budgets to maximize revenues and recover costs
• Prepare and administer statistical reports as required
• Investigate and respond to program and service inquiries and concerns in a timely and courteous manner
• Conduct in-person, phone and online registrations using the Intelligenz booking system and print reports as required
• Support County Occupational Health and Safety programs to ensure the health and safety of staff, instructors, participants, and volunteers
• As a member of the Strathcona County programming team, collaborate to develop and deliver innovative and creative programs and opportunities for a variety of audiences, ages, and arts interests
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, operational and in good repair for the delivery of programs and services

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven knowledge of visual arts in a variety of media, in addition to experience delivering public art programs
• Strong leadership, team building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, customer service and public relations skills
• Demonstrated budgeting experience
• Experience developing curriculum-based arts programming is considered an asset
• Experience in recruiting, supervising and evaluating instructors/staff
• Experience in a Gallery setting is considered an asset
• University Degree in Fine Arts or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience with a minimum of two years proven experience developing and delivering public programs in the arts

 Conditions of Employment

• Submission of Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
• Obtain a current and valid Standard First Aid certification prior to the completion of training

Who we are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.  Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation. 

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
  • Extended health and dental coverage  
  • Health and wellness spending account  
  • Life and disability insurance and critical illness programs
  • Retirement and pension programs
  • Paid and unpaid leave programs
  • Earned day off program
  • Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months. 

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please apply on our website by 11:59pm on August 11, 2024:  Visual Arts Recreation Programmer - Strathcona County Careers (oraclecloud.com)