Position Summary
In consultation with the Membership and Facilities Committee (MFC) and the Director, the Head of Membership and Facilities develops and administers all facilities and membership related programming. The Head of Membership and Facilities is also responsible for providing excellent reception and members services, as well as administrative duties.
Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent customer service to G44 members, artists, and public
- Coordinate new member orientations, technical orientations and membership renewals
- Maintain an accurate, computerized booking system for the daily recording, updating, billing and maintenance of facility and equipment rentals as well as printing services
- In consultation with MFC, develop and administers programs and events that attract new members and engage existing members
- Prepare and send out weekly newsletter to members
- Coordinate Members' Gallery exhibitions
- With the assistance of the Head of Communications and Development, promote membership and facilities
- Ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to for production, rental and facility related activities
- Supervise the Gallery space during public hours, greeting and assisting visitors, encouraging conversations, leading formal and informal tours
- Develop and maintain accurate manual and digital filing systems, archives and databases
- Monitor and coordinate repairs, purchases, upgrades, and maintenance of facilities
- Conduct technical orientations in both analogue and digital production
- Perform other duties as assigned, including evening and weekend events
Requirements:
- Post-secondary degree in a related field, with a minimum of one (1) year of related experience
- Strong knowledge of analogue and digital photographic modes of production
- Strong knowledge of contemporary photography and related practices
- Strong knowledge in Photoshop and other photo editing tools as well as experience working with database applications
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize simultaneous tasks and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work both independently and participate collaboratively in a team environment
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Experience working for a volunteer-based, not-for-profit organization considered an asset
Salary:
Commensurate with experience. This position is a one-year contract, with a gallery option to renew, and carries an expected start date of mid January, 2014. The job entails working 24-30 hours per week with some evening and weekends.
How to apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the position and your relevant background (including 3 references) as word or PDF attachment to jobs@gallery44.org
Deadline: December 5, 2013
Gallery 44 is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
