Competition number: 46-MAR-1314
Salary: $93,200 to $128,700 annually
Status: Full-time, continuing
Closing date: April 7, 2014
What is the National Arts Centre?
The National Arts Centre is more than a place, it’s an idea. It’s the idea the National Arts Centre should work with artists and arts organizations in every part of the country to provide a national stage for the performing arts.
The National Arts Centre is a home for Canada’s most creative artists and strives to be more artistically adventurous.
The National Arts Centre: Canada is our stage.
What will be my key activities?
Partnering with the Production Director, the Director of Production Operations will be responsible for the overall management of all non-performance related aspects of the department. This includes overseeing the regular maintenance of all of the Centre’s performance venues and production facilities, identifying technical deficiencies in functional requirements, managing equipment maintenance, upgrading and replacement, and maintain a support strategy for the Centre’s technical equipment and systems. This position will share responsibility with the Production Director for the operations and functional capacity of the department,
Additional components of this position include managing stage crew scheduling, taking part in project based cross functional activities, overseeing the weekly payroll and acting as the principal liaison with the union, IATSE Local 471.
This position reports to the President & CEO of the NAC.
What are the required qualifications?
- University/College degree in a related discipline;
- Solid experience in budget management (development and control);
- Minimum of eight years of experience in a related management position;
- Thorough knowledge of current theatrical practices, processes and equipment;
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver multiple concurrent projects within schedule and financial constraints;
- In-depth knowledge of the use of computers and software in the performing arts, as well as a fundamental working knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD;
- Superior decision making and organizational skills that support the tasks at hand
- Demonstrated initiative and sound judgment;
- Complete familiarity with all applicable codes, regulations and legislative requirements;
- Excellent knowledge of health and safety codes and theatrical best practices;
- Bilingualism in both official languages is preferred.
Who can apply?
Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens. Candidates invited to an interview will be responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses. If relocation is required, the successful candidate will be expected to pay for his/her relocation expenses.
As an employer who values diversity in its workforce, we encourage candidates to self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
How to apply?
Please submit your application online through our website, under the Work and Volunteer with Us section at www.nac-cna.ca or by email at careers@nac-cna.ca.
