Tired of the big City life? Want to experience “small town” living? The Town of Okotoks is located 15 minutes south of Calgary, and we are committed to a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable community. Our vibrant and growing Town has many things to offer; shorter commutes, unique shopping and dining opportunities, a flourishing cultural community, abundant outdoor trails and parks, extensive recreational facilities, and inviting family oriented neighbourhoods. Okotoks Culture & Heritage Services strives to engage, enrich, inspire and inform through educational and entertainment experiences.
The Gallery Specialist interacts with a broad specturm of audiences inlcuding Gallery members, the visiting public, artists, program registrants, facility users and the media in a positive manner that reflects Town values and the visionsfor culture and heritage in Okotoks. Reporting to the Culture and Heritage Services Manager, the position coordinates and enhances the exhibits offered to visitors in a manner that is in keeping with the Town's team environment philosophy for the Gallery, Museum, and Rotary Performing Arts Centre. The incumbent participates in selecting and scheduling yearly exhibitions, prepare Artists agreements and rejections, and assist in promoting Gallery exhibitions to local and regional audiences. You coordinate the Gallery's active membership program, inlcuding sale of memberships, member communciations, membership database maintenance and membership appreciation events; track and receipt all monetary donations. Research, develop and maintain communications documents, pamphlets and the website on a regular basis. The incumbent will normally work four 7.5 hour days that will rotate to provide weekend coverage.
The successful candidate has a related degree (Arts/Cultural/Museum studies, etc.) plus 2 to 3 years relevant experience. Must be flexible, have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Other skills required include excellent organizational abilities, the ability to work independently, public relations skill and computer skills. Good communications skills and the ability to work cooperatively with volunteers and staff are essential. Applicants must be prepared to work evenings and weekends.
Annual Salary Range: $48,338 to $53,238 plus a comprehensive benefits package and pension plan. For a full description of the job duties and requirements, or to apply visit our website at www.okotoks.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email. Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector.
