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Chief Curator

The Chief Curator will oversee all programming at Contemporary Calgary and report directly to the
Chief Executive Officer. As the leader of the Exhibitions and Programming department, the Chief Curator
is a passionate advocate for the visual arts, capable of provoking thought and engaging a diverse public, while playing a key role in securing the next generation of support for Contemporary Calgary. The Chief Curator will advance the gallery’s vision by embracing a wide range of styles, genres, themes, and discourses, creating meaningful connections with diverse communities. Their vision, dynamism, and leadership are essential to shaping the future and achieving the aspirations of Contemporary Calgary.

Role and Responsibilities
Curation, Programming, and Publication
• Develop a multi-year curatorial strategy that includes exhibitions, academic lectures, public programs, tours, and publications, reflecting local, national, and international histories, geographies, current events, and notable art histories, while incorporating mindful curatorial practices and new technologies.
• Collaborate with interpretive staff, curatorial colleagues, and community stakeholders to create relevant and engaging content for gallery programs, rotations, and special exhibitions, aiming to attract and engage a broad audience.
• Curate innovative, visitor-focused, and interdisciplinary galleries and exhibition projects that showcase modern and contemporary art, highlighting local, national, and international artists.
• Explore and implement digital initiatives and outreach activities that support Contemporary Calgary’s mission and expand audience engagement.
• Foster diverse perspectives by building strong relationships with national and international artists, facilitating global dialogues and practices within the Calgary community.
• Expand opportunities for curatorial travel and research through local, national, and international studio visits, exhibitions, biennials, and fairs.
• Conduct original scholarly research, and produce catalog essays, publications, and other texts to support Contemporary Calgary’s curated exhibitions, programs, and related events.
• Oversee special exhibitions and projects, including focused displays, multiple-venue exhibitions, ambitious loan-based projects, and book-length publications.
• Take on additional curation, programming, and publication responsibilities as needed to fulfill the goals of Contemporary Calgary.

Artistic Collaboration and Development
• Forge collaborative partnerships with scholarly and museum organizations, art and educational institutions, professional societies, and relevant committees at regional, national, and international levels.
• Strengthen curatorial networks and advance partnerships with local, national, and international cultural organizations to foster meaningful discourse within and for the community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Canadian artists, curators, visual arts professionals, and organizations to position Canadian artists for successful local, national, and international careers.
• Promote equity by engaging with local artists, cultural groups, disability organizations, and Indigenous communities, providing a platform for marginalized voices.
• Enhance relevance by supporting artists who embrace new technologies, offering immersive art experiences, and exploring innovation through technology, training, and critical assessment.
• Take on additional artistic collaboration and development responsibilities as needed.

Professional and Community Engagement
• Act as a dynamic spokesperson for Contemporary Calgary in the press, media, and on social media, promoting a vision of modern and contemporary art that reflects the community.
• Develop and deliver keynote addresses, lectures, and presentations to the public, while actively participating in cultural and visual arts events in Alberta and across Canada.
• Represent Contemporary Calgary at national and international curatorial forums, symposia, and events, while also negotiating partnerships and agreements with international collaborators.
• Collaborate with organizational, curatorial, and development staff to identify, cultivate, and solicit financial contributions, while building strong relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Take on additional professional and community engagement responsibilities as needed.

Administrative and Financial Resiliency
• Collaborate with the CEO, Board of Directors, and staff to ensure Contemporary Calgary’s policies and procedures align with and support best practices in the field.
• Hire, train, develop, supervise, and empower programming staff and contractors, fostering teamwork and mentoring the curatorial team, researchers, students, and interns.
• Develop, oversee, and manage the annual programming budget, ensuring successful program delivery while containing costs and achieving efficiencies throughout the fiscal year.
• Contribute to Contemporary Calgary’s planning and programming efforts related to the capital renovation and expansion project.
• Take on additional administrative and financial responsibilities to support the organization's resilience as needed.

Traits and Characteristics
The Chief Curator will be a visionary and dynamic leader, creative, curious, and charismatic. With a deep passion for art and artists, they will be flexible, collaborative, and an approachable, open-minded leader, eager to embrace and grow with emerging trends in the curatorial field. The ideal candidate will have the ability to explore the unconventional, welcoming the whimsical, while bringing extensive experience and expertise at the forefront of contemporary art.

The Chief Curator should possess a spirit of independence, balanced with a strong connection to Alberta’s culturally rich community. They must be adept at managing multiple projects, tasks, and priorities across the organization, with a demonstrated commitment to collaboration and building partnerships. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as the Chief Curator will be responsible for articulating a clear vision aligned with the mission and values of Contemporary Calgary.

Other key competencies include:
• Leadership and Personal Accountability – The ability to organize and influence people to believe in a vision by creating a sense of purpose and direction while also being answerable for their own personal actions.
• Project Management, Planning, and Organizing – The flexibility to identify and oversee all resources, tasks, systems, and people to obtain demonstrable results.
• Time and Priority Management – The capacity to prioritize and complete tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames while establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed effectively.
• Diplomacy and Conflict Management – The sensitivity to effectively and tactfully handling difficult or sensitive issues with the ability to also understand, address, and resolve conflict constructively.

Qualifications
A minimum of five (5) years of leadership-level experience in an art gallery or museum and a substantial record of achievement and delivery of contemporary art in a public gallery or exhibition space. A strong understanding of Canadian art practice is expected. The ability to work effectively in a small team in the context of a growing organization with demonstrated experience driving ambitious programming is needed. Knowledge of museum standards, curatorial best practices, and identifying new artistic talent are required. Superior presentation and writing skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences are needed. A PHD or Master’s degree in art history, curatorial practice, and museology or equivalent professional experience is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits
Contemporary Calgary offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a base salary estimated to be in a range between $100,000 and $140,000 commensurate with experience. The health, dental, and medical benefits program is delivered by Manulife Financial and is completive with the gallery and museum sector. The employee in this position will benefit from three weeks of annual paid holidays plus time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day, along with one flex day per month—a total of between 30 and 32 days of paid time off per year.

Applications and Inquiries
To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please visit https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/contemporary-calgary-seeks-chief.... For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact:

Bruce D. Thibodeau, DBA, President
Jeff Erbach, Associate Vice President
1811 4th Street SW, Suite 523
Calgary, Alberta T2S 1W2
Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 241
Email ContemporaryCalgary@ArtsConsulting.com

Contemporary Calgary is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness. Inclusion in the context of our own network of communities warrants work for, and with, Indigenous populations, and in particular, an effort to support the positions set forth in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

100,000-140,000

Application Deadline:

Friday, November 15, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Calgary

Province:

Alberta

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

Apply Online

URL to Apply Online:

https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/contemporary-calgary-seeks-chief-curator…

Adminstrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant - IATSE Local 357, Southwestern Ontario - renowned labour union representing workers in Stage, Film, and Live Events seeks Administrative Assistant for their growing Local

About IATSE Local 357

Local 357 of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists & Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada is a mixed local representing live entertainment workers in the areas of stage carpentry, audio, electrics, properties, scenic carpentry, wigs/hair & makeup, wardrobe and wardrobe production, drivers, facilities and audience services.

Chartered in 1922, our Local has grown and expanded to 12 bargaining groups across 5 locations: the Stratford Festival (Stratford), Centre in the Square (Kitchener), Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, Wilfrid Laurier University (Waterloo), the River Run Centre (Guelph), and Jaden Entertainment (Stratford), representing the many fine Craftspeople and Technician personnel in the theatre and entertainment industry.

Position Summary

IATSE Local 357 is seeking a dedicated and experienced Administrative Assistant to ensure the accuracy and organizational access to the Local’s records and to perform clerical duties. This role involves handling administrative tasks, supporting operational and board activities. This position is full time, 40 hours per week: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed. This is primarily a work from home/remote position that will transition to an office in the future. The ideal candidate resides in the area of Stratford, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, or Cambridge.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and expertise in database software, creation and management
• Highly proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Duties of Administrative Assistant

• Centralize, maintain, update, and track the records of the Local, observing established file hierarchy, share points, access levels
• Archive data and files
• Maintain and update content and records on the Local’s website
• Work in concert with the Local’s Officers to maintain and update the local’s records and membership database, including new hires/permits/advancements to membership/retirees
• Create and maintain a master calendar for executive operating officers - to include meetings, deadlines, tax dates, reporting dates, and committee deadlines
• Maintain and update project management software for the Local’s Executive Board, track project advancement, send project reminders, provide weekly updates on projects to Executive Board
• Maintain and update inventory list of equipment (computers, hard drives, phones, etc.)
• Monitor IATSE Local 357 PO Box, notify recipients of mail/packages, arrange for items’ delivery, sign for, receive, and pick up
• Book meeting locations/rooms as needed and arrange virtual meetings for members/committees/officers as needed
• Take minutes for committee meetings
• Provide documentation support to the President, Business Agent, Executive Board, and standing committees as needed (current contract copies, negotiation support, research facts, provide data, request info from other IATSE offices)
• Other duties as required

Compensation & Benefits

• 90-day probationary pay rate: $23/hour
• Pay rate up to $25/hour
• 2 weeks’ vacation
• Sick time
• Retirement contributions to CEIRP (Canadian Entertainment Industry Retirement Plan) – 6.25% matching
• Work computer, phone, and printer provided by the Local
• Mileage reimbursement per CRA
• Work in a dynamic union environment serving the entertainment industry

Eligible Candidates

IATSE Local 357 embraces the values of equality, diversity, and inclusion among its staff and partners. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to apply for this position, please reach out to infoiatse357@gmail.com including your resume, cover letter, and accommodation request(s).

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Business or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an administrative support role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
• Familiarity with project management software such as Trello or AirTable
• Experience with labour unions is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken
• Ability to proofread and edit documents
• Valid G Driver’s License

Hours of Work

• Remote work 9 am – 6 pm Monday – Friday
• Occasional evening and weekend work as needed to attend remote and onsite meetings
• Primarily remote with future transition to in-person

Contract Details

• Probationary period of 90 days
• $23/hour with pay increase up to $25/hour, contingent upon performance review
• Contract term is one year, renewable

Working Relationships

• Reports to the Executive Board of the Local
• Board Liaison: President
• Works closely with Executive Officers and the Executive Board

Preferred Start Date

Immediately

How To Apply

Please submit applications which include resume and cover letter in a single document (in PDF format) to infoiatse357@gmail.com with subject line “Administrative Assistant”, by October 25th, 2024, at 5PM.
Interviews will be conducted in October-November 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

$23-25 per hour

Application Deadline:

Friday, October 25, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

Contract

City:

Stratford and Area

Province:

Ontario

Education Level:

College/Cegep

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

DIRECTEUR, DIRECTRICE DES OPÉRATIONS

La COMPAGNIE MARIE CHOUINARD, une compagnie de danse contemporaine et de création pluridisciplinaire au rayonnement international depuis plus de 40 ans, est à la recherche d’un(e) DIRECTEUR ou DIRECTRICE DES OPÉRATIONS.

Gestionnaire d’expérience, le ou la titulaire du poste assumera la gestion de la Compagnie conformément aux objectifs, budgets, politiques et orientations adoptés par la directrice générale et artistique. Il ou elle sera responsable de la gestion des ressources organisationnelles de la Compagnie, incluant la production, la diffusion, les finances, la gestion du bâtiment et le développement de la Compagnie.

PRINCIPALES RESPONSABILITÉS

• Assurer le bon déroulement de l’ensemble des activités de la Compagnie.
• Gérer les ressources humaines, y compris le recrutement, la gestion des performances et le développement des talents.
• Superviser l’ensemble des activités de recherche de financement.
• Superviser les activités de production, de diffusion, de logistique, de maintenance et d’archivage pour assurer une exécution efficace des opérations.
• Assurer un contrôle rigoureux des coûts,
• Analyser les indicateurs de performance et identifier les opportunités d’amélioration.

COMPÉTENCES RECHERCHÉES

• Formation professionnelle en administration des affaires, de préférence avec une spécialisation en gestion d’organismes culturels, ou expérience équivalente
• Minimum de dix ans d’expérience en direction générale, de préférence dans une OBNL (organisation à but non lucratif) dans les arts de la scène.
• Solide expérience en gestion par projet
• Excellent sens de l’organisation, rigueur, responsabilité et bon esprit d’équipe.
• Excellente capacité rédactionnelle et maîtrise des outils informatiques.
• Bonne connaissance des nouvelles technologies et des nouvelles tendances de gestion.
• Bilingue en français et en anglais, à l’oral et à l’écrit.

Poste à temps plein, permanent, avec horaire flexible et possibilité de télétravail
Programme complet d’avantages sociaux et rémunération concurrentielle
Entrée en poste : dès que possible

Faites parvenir votre candidature à l’attention de Marie Chouinard avant le 4 octobre 2024 à : info@mariechouinard.com

Merci d’indiquer « Candidature – DIRECTEUR, DIRECTRICE DES OPÉRATIONS » comme objet de votre courriel.

La COMPAGNIE MARIE CHOUINARD offre des chances égales à tous selon l’accès à l’égalité.
Veuillez noter que seul·es les candidat·es retenu·es pour la prochaine étape de la sélection seront contacté·es.

Application Deadline:

Friday, October 4, 2024

Start Date:

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Montréal

Province:

Quebec

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

French

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

Copyright Agent

Copyright Visual Arts (CARCC) is a leading organization in visual arts, dedicated to protecting the
intellectual property rights of our member-artists. We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented
individual to join our team and help navigate the complexities of copyright law.

Job Summary:
As a Copyright Agent, you will work closely with creators, publishers, museums, and galleries.
The copyright agent will record, process, and issue licenses for the various requests and uses, such as
exhibitions and reproductions of artworks. Using the fee schedule, the copyright agent will determine
the appropriate royalties for the requested use of artworks.
Copyright Visual Arts is responsible for the licensing of Canadian affiliated artists, as well as sister
societies in over 30 different countries worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:
- Process license requests
- Communicate with protentional licensees to obtain details of requests
- Make necessary checks with the rights holders
- Prepare and submit quotes based on the CARFAC/RAAV Fee Schedule
- Draft and issue licenses
- Consulting the fee schedule.
- Assisting the Executive Director in additional tasks
- Educate clients on the importance of copyright protection and compliance.

We are looking for:
- Strong communication, organizational and negotiation skills
- Fluent in French and English (Reading, Writing, Speaking)
- Post-secondary degree (Fine Art, Accounting, Administration, International law) or other related fields
- Experience in the cultural sector with client contact
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong computer skills

What We Offer:
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A collaborative and supportive work environment including remote work
- The chance to work with a diverse clients, including Canada’s top artists and galleries

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume detailing their relevant experience to
administration@cova-daav.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note: Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Copyright Visual Arts (CARCC) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

$23.00 per hour

Application Deadline:

Friday, September 27, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Ottawa

Province:

Ontario

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

French

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

Executive Director – Governor General Performing Arts Awards Foundation

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

The Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards are administered by the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Foundation, an Ottawa-based, not-for-profit charitable organization governed by a Board of Directors and administered by a small professional staff. The GGPAAF enjoys a dynamic partnership with the National Arts Centre (NAC) which has responsibility for the production of the annual gala performance and the event's fundraising activities.
The Foundation was created and incorporated in 1992 under the patronage of the late Right Honourable Ramon John Hnatyshyn (1934-2002).

Its mandate is:
• To honour and celebrate the lifetime artistic achievement of Canada’s outstanding performing artists
• To foster cross-cultural awareness of Anglophone artists in French Canada and of Francophone artists in English Canada
• To foster awareness of Canada’s diverse linguistic and cultural groups
• To foster awareness of indigenous performing artists
• To raise profile among Canadians of the achievements and contributions of Canadian performing artists at home and abroad
• To inspire future performing artists

In over three decades since their inception, the GGPAA have grown in stature and developed into preeminent national awards. They celebrate the talent of our artists and the richness of our culture, underline Canada’s important role as an Arts Nation, and foster a sense of national unity and pride.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The GGPAA is Canada's foremost distinction for excellence in the performing arts.
Each year, the awards are presented for Lifetime Artistic Achievement in the categories of classical music, dance, popular music, screens & voices, and stages. These awards recognize artists who have made an indelible contribution to Canada's cultural life. The Awards also includes two companion honours, the National Arts Centre Award and the Ramon John Hnatyshyn Award for Voluntarism in the Performing Arts and a Mentorship program.

Reporting to the Chair and CEO of the GGPAA Foundation, the Executive Director is responsible for coordinating the nomination and jury process for the selection of the recipients for the GGPAA. The ED will work with partners from the House of Commons, Rideau Hall, the National Arts Centre, the Canada Council for the Arts and the National Film Board of Canada in designing and organizing special events to honour the selected recipients in a manner befitting the highest standard associated with an important Canadian cultural event.

The incumbent will be fluent in both French and English, passionate and knowledgeable about the performing arts in Canada, experienced with nomination and jury processes, as well as possess significant experience with event planning at a national level.

Summary of Responsibilities
• Manage the nomination and jury process including jury selection, preparation and distribution of jury materials; chair the selection committee, evaluate and select the nominee short list; present short list to the Board for final laureate selection.
• Oversee the recipient announcement including contacting the recipients, managing stakeholder input and writing the press release, which is then issued by the NAC.
• Successfully deliver a series of events befitting a high-profile national celebration that honours important Canadian artists and welcomes public office holders and high-profile guests.
• Manage the affairs of the Foundation including working with the Treasurer to prepare the annual budget and oversee audit; assume the full administrative burden of the office including paying and coding invoices, preparing letters of agreement, collaborate with the bank of record, the Canada Revenue Agency and legal representative (when required), collaborate with contractors such as the translator, writer/editor, filmmaker/editor, collaborate with fellow Awards representatives, attend meetings with partners, track office supplies Act as the Secretary of the Board of Directors and the Foundation; coordinate meetings; issue meeting notifications, record minutes.
• Provide counsel and guidance to GGPAA Board and committees.
• Conduct post event evaluations to assess successes and challenges and ultimately refine the planning for future events.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with external partners to enhance communication.
• Oversee one (1) full time employee.

Qualifications
• Proven track record in managing project and logistics planning of large-scale high-profile events.
• Demonstrated success in managing relationships with external stakeholders including private and public agencies, high profile national public figures and artists, and members of the donor and sponsor community.

• Ability to resolve urgent, confidential and sensitive issues as they arise and manage multiple and changing priorities and demands from recipients, partners, donors and sponsors.

• Ability to tackle high profile duties as well as trivial, ongoing, administrative responsibilities in a seamless manner.
• Talent for innovation and developing new ideas.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising and stewardship practices.
• Extensive experience with achieving results in large-scale, high-profile event planning in a multi-stakeholder / not for profit environment.
• Leadership skills in building and managing teams.
• Fluency in French and English.
• High level of tact and diplomacy.

Compensation
This opportunity will of interest to candidates interested in a salary range from $80,000 to $100,000 and four (4) weeks of annual leave. There are no medical benefits or pension provisions available with this position.

Application Deadline:

Monday, October 7, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Ottawa Area

Province:

Ontario

Education Level:

University (Graduate)

Languages:

English

French

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

Apply Online

URL to Apply Online:

http://clients.njoyn.com/CL4/xweb/xweb.asp?clid=74526&page=jobdetails&jobid=J092…

Executive Director - Burlington Performing Arts Centre

GENOVESE VANDERHOOF & ASSOCIATES
A Cultural Management Consulting Firm

JOB OPPORTUNITY
BURLINGTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
Burlington, ON
Executive Director

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC) invites applications and referrals for the position of Executive Director.

The Position of Executive Director:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director--as the chief operating officer of the corporation--is charged with maintaining an effective fiscally responsible operating model for the performing arts centre, balancing between performances of regional, national, and international arts groups, festivals, and outdoor events such as Jazz on the Plaza, the Centre’s own presenting series, and other community/corporate rentals and usage.

The Executive Director is responsible for general operations, financial management and reporting, programming, strategy implementation, general administration, revenue generation, and community liaison, overseeing staff working in such areas as marketing, fund-raising, box office, front of house, technical and artistic operations, building maintenance, programming, educational outreach, and finance. The staff complement is 12 full-time and 45 part-time with an active group of 130 volunteers.

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre seeks an industry professional who will be an articulate champion, a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader with a thorough grounding in performing arts facility management and arts presenting, producing, and programming. The annual budget is approximately $3.5 million.

The Executive Director represents the Centre to the public, the media and the performing arts industry-at-large through leadership and participation in community activities, serving as the chief development officer. The Executive Director takes a leadership role in the community’s cultural development by ensuring the BPAC remains healthy, sustainable, and dynamic.

The BPAC provides Burlington and surrounding communities with direct access to the diversity of Canadian and international work in music, comedy, theatre, dance, and family programming by providing a performance venue for many local organizations, co-productions with local festivals, and through its own presenting season.

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre:

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre, located in the heart of downtown just steps away from Lake Ontario on Burlington’s beautiful waterfront. The BPAC is the performance home to many regional groups.

A 63,000 sq. foot facility that opened in 2011 and designed by Diamond + Schmitt Inc., the BPAC is LEED-certified (leadership in energy and environmental design), Ontario’s first stand-alone green performing arts venue. It is managed by a separate charitable not-for-profit organization with an independent board of directors (Burlington Theatre Board, Inc.), supported in part by the City of Burlington.

The Main Theatre (seating capacity 718) includes a six-story fly tower and an orchestra pit to accommodate more elaborate theatrical and musical productions. The Community Studio Theatre is a flexible “black box” space to be used for professional series presentations, community presentations and rehearsals, as well as corporate and social events, seating up to 225. The generously-scaled Family Lobby accommodates large groups and serves as a venue for receptions, exhibitions, corporate functions and civic events. The lobby is open with a glass wall and is encircled by a mezzanine-level lobby above, creating a unique social setting.

In addition to its performance function, the Centre is a much-needed community gathering space, capable of hosting conferences, product launches, client appreciation and other special events, and more. A publicly accessible pedestrian bridge links The Centre with the neighbouring parking garage, located at 414 Locust Street.
The City of Burlington:

Chosen as Canada’s second “Best Place to Live” and the Best Mid-Size City in the country in 2016, the City of Burlington is home to a number of leading companies with global mandates. With enviable access to regional, national and international transportation networks, Burlington is central to the Golden Horseshoe, one of the most prosperous areas in Canada. It is a charming area with a vibrant history and an historic downtown

The City of Burlington has a dedicated staff team committed to growing the City’s cultural sector and industries. Burlington is an inclusive city, welcoming newcomers, where both newcomers and long-standing residents thrive. When the Burlington City Council adopted its 25-year strategic plan for the City in 2016, community building through arts and culture was a key objective of this plan. Together with the City’s cultural partners, Burlington embarked on, and continued concerted actions to support, enhance, and grow the City’s cultural sector.
Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have previous senior experience in leading performing arts venues, a minimum of seven years of not for profit arts venue management with budgets of $1.5 to 5 million, and a university degree in arts and/or business management or equivalent experience in facility management and administration.

The Executive Director will have excellent financial and organizational skills, with demonstrated leadership in human resources management , community partnerships, board relations, and fund-raising. A good knowledge of programming, producing, and festival management would be essential. Other necessary characteristics would include political savvy and diplomacy, good oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of ancillary businesses such as catering, ticketing, corporate rentals, and the like.

The Centre has a pivotal role in the cultural, educational and economic enrichment of the City of Burlington; the Executive Director must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, the Board of Directors, the media, artists, artist managers, other arts groups, sponsors, educational institutions, volunteers, and the audience.

In addition the Executive Director must work well and inspire with the excellent staff team and board currently in place.

Other Information and Application Process:

Salary range: $135,000 to $150,000. Excellent benefits package. Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume, and list of references by Friday, October 18, 2024 in confidence to:

Margaret Genovese
Senior Partner
GENOVESE, VANDERHOOF & ASSOCIATES
77 Carlton Street, Suite 1103
Toronto, ON, Canada M5B 2J7
416/340-2762
Email gvamargaret@aol.com.

For additional information see: https://genovesevanderhoof.com/opportunities/executive-director-2/
www.burlingtonpac.ca.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

135-150k

Application Deadline:

Friday, October 18, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Burlington

Province:

Ontario

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

Travel:

Yes

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

URL to Apply Online:

https://genovesevanderhoof.com/opportunities/executive-director-2/

Executive Director, Winnipeg Arts Council

The Winnipeg Arts Council Board of Directors is seeking a collaborative, visionary leader with a passion for the arts to maintain the quality and standards of the organization while developing opportunities for growth and innovation.

Organization
As the municipal arts funding body, the Winnipeg Arts Council (WAC) is a cornerstone of Winnipeg's vibrant arts community. An independent, non-profit corporation with charitable status, WAC operates as an arm's-length agency for the City of Winnipeg. With a mandate focused on artistic excellence and community impact, WAC supports opportunities for Winnipeggers to engage with the arts as creators and audiences.

Our core programs include:
(1) peer-assessed grant programs that respond to the evolving needs of Winnipeg's diverse artistic community. In 2023, WAC invested over $4 million in the local arts community, supporting a wide array of arts organizations, collectives, and individuals across all artistic disciplines.
(2) management of the City's Public Art Program and Collection, collaborating with various city departments and community partners to enrich Winnipeg's public spaces through art.
(3) the provision of arts development programs and projects, often engaging in partnerships that offer arts experiences to all Winnipeggers.

With a dedicated team of staff members and a committed Board of Directors, we're seeking a dynamic leader to guide our organization into its next exciting chapter.

Position Summary
The Executive Director has a vital leadership role and is responsible for both the current operations and future growth of the Winnipeg Arts Council. The position acts as the official voice of the organization, chief negotiator and signatory. This role involves working closely with the Board of Directors to develop and implement a visionary yet practical long-term plan for the organization. We seek a leader who will:
• Build upon the organization's strong foundation while boldly envisioning its future.
• Mentor, guide and support staff while fostering a culture of creative risk-taking.
• Establish and strengthen relationships within the Winnipeg arts community and beyond.
• Actively seek and develop opportunities to expand WAC's impact, funding, and programs.
• Champion the organization's mission, vision, and values while driving operational excellence and financial sustainability.
• Implement fresh approaches to engage diverse communities.
• Lead WAC in addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the changing arts landscape.
• Balance respect for established practices with the courage to implement transformative ideas.
• Collaborate effectively with staff, government entities, stakeholders, and the Board of Directors to advance WAC's mission and goals.

This role requires flexible work hours to accommodate occasional meetings and events outside of normal business hours. In return, WAC offers a flexible work environment that respects work-life balance.

Key Traits and Characteristics
Visionary Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate all stakeholders towards a shared vision, while imagining new possibilities for the organization's growth and impact.
Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop, execute, and adapt effective plans to achieve organizational goals and seize new opportunities.
Collaboration: Skilled at building relationships and partnerships with diverse stakeholders, both within and beyond the arts sector.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to various audiences.
Corporate Acumen: Strong understanding of organizational dynamics and implementation of effective operational models.
Cultural Competency: Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with an understanding of Indigenous perspectives.
Innovation: Ability to think creatively, identify emerging trends, and develop ambitious yet achievable solutions to deal with challenges for the Winnipeg Arts Council.
Composed Leadership: Ability to listen, maintaining a calm, focused, and thoughtful approach to leadership, particularly in high-pressure situations.
Collaborative Decision-Making: Ability to make thoughtful decisions and implement changes through meaningful consultation with stakeholders.

Responsibilities
Strategic and Operational Planning
• Collaborate with the Board and staff to develop and implement strategic and annual corporate plans.
• Oversee all operations, including program delivery, financial management, and human resources.
• Communicate operational objectives to all employees.
• Monitor and analyze arts sector activities locally, provincially, and nationally.
• Foster active connections with similar organizations in Winnipeg and across Canada to share best practices and collaborate on initiatives.
• Develop policy and program recommendations for the Board based on insights from sector analysis and staff input.
• Ensure alignment between the organization's activities and its mission and values.
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities for organizational growth, increased funding, and expanded community impact.

Financial and Performance Management
• Develop and monitor the annual budget, including fund distribution, expenses, and capital expenditures, ensuring financial sustainability, revenue-generation initiatives and responsible resource allocation.
• Regularly review organizational performance against objectives and provide reports to the Board, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Keep funders, stakeholders, and the community informed of the Winnipeg Arts Council's progress and performance.

Organizational, Operational, and People Leadership
• Develop and monitor performance objectives and plans for all staff, advisors, consultants, and assessors.
• Maintain and update Board-approved HR policies, including recruitment, compensation, employee relations, and career management.
• Support, coach, and encourage staff, establishing open communication and teamwork.
• Oversee organizational operations to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with strategic goals.

Community Engagement & Advocacy
• Represent the organization and act as an ambassador for the Winnipeg Arts Council, building and maintaining strong relationships with government officials, funders, community agencies, educational organizations, and other partners, leveraging knowledge of the Winnipeg arts landscape.
• Represent the organization at public events and forums, advocating for the arts and promoting the organization's programs and services.
• Develop and implement a strategic communications plan.

Qualifications
• Deep, recent, meaningful connections in the sector demonstrating a solid understanding of Winnipeg's arts community.
• Proven visionary and innovative leadership, with evidence of championing organizational growth.
• Demonstrated ability to implement programs and procedures that support, sustain, and grow an arts and culture sector in Winnipeg.
• Strong networking and interpersonal communication skills.
• Track record of transparent leadership with an open-door approach for stakeholders (arts community, staff, and government).
• Significant experience in strategic planning and financial management within the arts, cultural, or non-profit sector.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and Indigenous collaboration.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in grant administration, public art programs and policies, and arts development.
• Familiarity with fair payment for artists, associations and unions within the cultural arts community, and their impact on organizational budgets and grant applications is highly valued.
• Willingness and ability to live and work in Winnipeg is a necessity.
• A suitable combination of applicable education and career experience is preferred.

Work Environment
The Winnipeg Arts Council is committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We have zero tolerance for harassment or discriminatory behaviour. Our team values open communication, mutual respect, and a positive workplace culture.

Compensation & Benefits
• Annual salary range: $110,000 to $130,000
• Benefits, Shared RRSP Contribution Plan
• General hours of work: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm in addition to occasional events and meetings outside of normally scheduled hours (e.g. monthly Board meetings)

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for the role via email to careers@nataliebell.ca by September 20, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Inclusion
Winnipeg Arts Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in the importance of a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community and strongly encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to:
• Indigenous peoples
• Persons with disabilities
• Members of equity-seeking groups
• Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities
• Individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds

Accessibility
We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible and barrier-free to all applicants. Please let us know in confidence if you require accommodations during the application or interview process so we can provide the necessary support.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

110,000 to 130,000 annually

Application Deadline:

Friday, September 20, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Winnipeg

Province:

Manitoba

Education Level:

High School

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

Audience and Donor Services Representative

About the Position

The National Ballet of Canada is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Representative to work in the Call Centre and on-site Box Office within the Audience & Donor Services (ADS) Department beginning in September 2024.

Commitment to Availability

The ADS Department offers a dynamic experience within an exciting and fast-paced environment. This is a Part-Time, Seasonal position due to the nature of the work. The performance months (November, December, March and June) require 20 – 30 hours a week while the non-performance months require 15 - 20 hours a week. The contract runs until the end of the Ballet’s season, June 30, 2025, followed by the possibility of renewal which would start at the beginning of the next season, July 1, 2025. This is a unionized position and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the company and IATSE Local B-173.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for inbound phone sales which include processing ticket sales, In Studio classes, and subscription renewal calling
Reception coverage; answer inquiries over the phone, on email and in person, greet guests and visitors, assist with deliveries, and other administrative duties as assigned
Complete in-person transactions and provide patron services at the Box Office located at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
Administer membership renewal calls, as required
Stay informed and knowledgeable in all aspects of The National Ballet of Canada including repertoire, events, membership, In Studio, policies and procedures
Assist with patron inquiries and resolve any issues with professionalism over the phone, through email correspondence and in person
Provide administrative support to the management team and assist with related processing, database maintenance and other administrative tasks
Maintain a professional attitude and appearance while representing The National Ballet of Canada
Required to stay current with legislative training, as it pertains to customer service (ie. AODA, Ontario Health and Safety Act)

Qualifications

A minimum of 1 year experience in delivering a high level of customer service
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Able to take initiative, learn quickly and adapt to changing demands
Knowledge of Tessitura Ticketing Software is an asset
Strong ability to learn new software systems and communications tools including but not limited to; Tessitura, Mindbody, Slack, and Microsoft Office
A passion for the performing arts is an asset

Work Requirements

Performance Months (November, December, March and June):

Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts as required
Ability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and up to 25 hours per week during peak business operations
Operation Hours: 10:45am – 10:00pm, Monday to Saturday, 10:30am – 3:00pm Sunday
Location: Call-Centre at The Walter Carsen Centre and the Box Office at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts

Non-Performance Months:

Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts as required
Ability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and up to 30 hours per week
Operation Hours: 10:45am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Call-Centre at The Walter Carsen Centre (primary) and the Box Office at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (as required)

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a unionized position with a starting pay of $17.54 per hour. *Please note CBA negotiations are currently ongoing, terms are subject to change.
Complimentary and discounted tickets to performances
After one full year of employment; Pay increase, Access to a Health Spending Account, Enrollment into company matching Retirement Savings Plan

Application Process

Please submit one PDF document that includes your cover letter and resume to HR@national.ballet.ca with the subject heading “ADS Representative” by no later than August 25, 2024. We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.

The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. We recommend that all employees follow the guidance regarding vaccinations and boosters provided by Health Canada.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

Statement of Intention and Accommodation

The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

$17.54

Application Deadline:

Sunday, August 25, 2024

Start Date:

Monday, September 9, 2024

Type of Work:

Part-Time

City:

Toronto

Province:

Ontario

Education Level:

High School

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

By E-Mail

Director, Convening and Summits

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minhrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

The Director, Convening and Summits is responsible for leading the vision and implementation of thought leader gatherings, think-tanks, summits, and symposia at Banff Centre. These convening events serve as the research and development activity to support Banff Centre’s core leadership and arts programming growth and evolution.

The Director’s role is to create a compelling vision for convening that will meet the ambitions and objectives of the Banff Centre strategic plan, meet the needs of Canadian and international Indigenous and cultural leaders in the 21st century and increase the profile, reach, research and ideation for the future growth and evolution of our nationally and internationally renowned programs.
Convening and Summits is one of three core leadership programming areas, the others being Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Leadership. The incumbent will work closely with the Executive Director, Leadership, and the Directors of Indigenous and Cultural Leadership to identify, curate, produce, and facilitate innovative and relevant thought leader gatherings to these sectors. The director will also work alongside the other Arts disciplines at the Centre to plan and design future looking think-tanks that will help inform program growth.

The thought leader gathering topics need to fall within the funding parameters of the Alberta Advanced Education’s Peter Lougheed Leadership Institute’s mandate: namely Indigenous Communities -sustainability, leadership development, policy and research; Creative Industries and Social Benefit Organizations- programming to build stronger leaders and policy for not-for-profit organizations and arts and culture organizations to enhance communities and build more a more robust society.

Excellent knowledge of arts and cultural leadership practice and education is essential. An understanding of Indigenous issues in Canada, including an understanding of right relations, wise practices, and Indigenous ways of being and knowing.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, Leadership, below are some key accountabilities:

Strategic Planning

• Works with the Executive Director, Leadership to understand and implement the strategic goals and business objectives of Banff Centre as they relate to convening overall.
• Works with the Directors of Indigenous and cultural leadership in developing an innovative and comprehensive convening plan, annually and over a 3-year planning horizon, which includes budgets and evaluation metrics.

Programming

• Creates an annual comprehensive and integrated convening plan for the department area, working with program managers and other subject experts.
• Designs thought-leader gatherings that are in alignment with Banff Centre’s Strategic Plan (Creative Pathways, released 2021); the provincial government’s Alberta 2030 post-secondary strategy, which focuses on training for jobs and work-based learning; and Canadian Heritage’s arts training objectives.
• Leads diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion efforts to ensure summits are representative and inclusive in order to reflect the changing cultural, economic, and political developments that affect cultural leaders across the Canadian and Bow Valley landscape.

Operational Management

• Works closely with Marketing, and Conference Services to ensure summit materials are clear, comprehensive, and accessible to potential attendees.
• Assists in identifying new potential donors, sponsors, and in the development of donor proposals, government and other grant proposals with Development team.
• Ensures that the human resources are in place to meet program objectives by working with the operations and administrative teams in order to build a highly motivated, knowledgeable and accountable team.

Financial Management

• Manages the budget required to deliver excellent Convening activity by working with the Finance teams, Director of Administration and Operations, Leadership, and the Executive Director, Leadership.
• Ensures the convening plan is utilizing existing funding sources, especially the Peter Lougheed Leadership Institute funds.
• Works with the Executive Director, Leadership, and Director, Administration and Operations, on building a financial sustainable Convening model, including activity that is subsidized (meets essential content and access needs), revenue neutral, and revenue generating.

Relationship Building

• Utilizes effective contacts within the arts and culture, education, and funding communities nationally and internationally to ensure the on-going relevance of cultural leadership programs.
• Fosters relationships with donors to ensure good stewardship of past gifts.
• Contributes to the enhancement and safeguarding of the reputation and image of the Banff Centre with the community and the general public.

Communications

• Communicates the Centre’s vision and goals internally and to the broader external community.
• Maintains regular contact with all Departmental Directors to discuss opportunities and issues affecting stakeholder groups.

Leadership and Influence

• Provides innovative and strategic leadership, vision and program direction and design through experience and knowledge of the leadership development and arts and culture communities.
• Leads a team in a unionized environment that achieves its financial and non-financial objectives within an environment of collaboration, communication, and innovation.
• Encourages a positive, respectful and professional workplace characterized by a commitment to learning and creativity and by high levels of personal fulfillment.
• Sound knowledge of the collective agreement and ensure compliance.
• Addresses issues and concerns impacting residency program participants, faculty, and staff while working with Participant Resources and Security Services.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Contributes to the overall success of the Banff Centre by participating in internal committees as required.
• Interprets the impact of decisions and policies on the Centre’s ability to promote and profile Banff Centre.
• Represents Banff Centre externally and conveys the case for the Centre at multiple and varied public events.

Human Resource Management, Team Building and Interdivisional Cooperation

• Enables the Leadership staff to function as a high performing team at all times, maintaining open communication, clear objectives and priorities, and a culture of positive behavioral intent that is consistent and in alignment with Banff Centre values and is welcoming and inclusive, supporting a diverse workforce.
• Fosters an internal culture that maintains the highest standards for customer service, excellence of staff, participant and guest experience, and fiscal, operational, and organizational integrity.
• Ensures a positive and safe work environment for all Banff employees, aligned with Banff Centre’s policies including but not limited to code of ethics, anti-harassment policies, contractual obligations, and strategic directions.
• Maintains effective working relationships with team members, internal partners, customers, the union and other stakeholders.
• Ensures team members represent Banff Centre to any stakeholders and constituents in an informed, helpful, and positive way, striving to increase the organization’s public value in each interaction.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• 10+ years of proven collaborative and inclusionary leadership in the leadership development and/ or arts and culture sector
• 10+ years of proven practical design, producing, curatorial, or directing experience.
• Network and reputation in the Canadian and International arts community to attract high profile thought leaders and build Banff Centre profile and reputation in the leadership development realm.
• Active member of related associations and groups.
• Related university degree with a deep understanding of leadership professional development at the post-secondary level.
• Previous experience in setting a compelling vision and utilizing creativity, innovation and a strong business acumen to delivery on this vision.
• Background and or interest in working in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Operational competence (budgets, grants, fundraising, and reporting).
• Experience working with external donors and stakeholders from government, the private and public sectors
• Highly motived and energetic – contemporary and forward-looking while honoring legacy and what has been built.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Adept in the planning and organization required to successfully launch multiple projects at once.
• Multi-lingual (an asset)
• International experience (an asset)
• Previous working in a unionized environment (preferred)

Employment Terms and Benefits

Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
• Transitional staff housing options (based on availability)
• Professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
• Health care spending account
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
• Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for the Director, Convening and Summits position until a suitable candidate is found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

$80,838 - $120,050 Annually

Application Deadline:

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Banff

Province:

Alberta

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

Apply Online

URL to Apply Online:

http://www.banffcentre.ca/careers

Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

The Opportunity

The Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement is accountable for the planning, designing and supporting the implementation of Indigenous, inclusion, diversity, equity and access initiatives. The position provides consultative and advisory services to supervisors, managers and Directors on talent management through the lens of building organizational strength through truth and reconciliation, inclusion, diversity, equity and access principles.

Key areas of accountability include support growing the Banff Centre’s Indigenous employee and participant base; supporting conflict resolution; supporting the creation of a culture that understands truth and reconciliation, inclusion, diversity, equity and access principles; is engaging, welcoming and a safe space for persons of Indigenous and Black cultures, Persons of Colour and Differently Abled employees, artists and leaders. This position is a connector for these communities as it relates to talent management and the Banff Centre.

The Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement ensures that initiatives and services are in support of and in alignment with the long-range strategic plan, and desired culture within the Talent Management and Culture division and across the organization. The incumbent will work closely with team members in support of diverse talent management. The incumbent will also represents Banff Centre externally and internally on projects and committees as assigned.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to Vice President Talent Management and Culture, below are some key accountabilities:

• Design, lead, project manage and support, together with the Vice President, Talent Management and Culture an Indigenous, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Advisory Council and other grass root committees.
• Supports strategic planning, designing institutional initiatives and change management projects that strengthen the culture of the organization and stewards Indigenous and diversity knowledges, Banff Centre values, and Right Relations.
• Conducts research and stakeholder engagement to appropriately scope and initiate advancing Indigenous ways of knowing and being, truth and reconciliation principles and diversity principles across the organization to employees, faculty, program participants and practicums. Recommends and implements initiatives as they are approved.
• Participates in strategic operational planning.
• Ensures strategic priorities are integrated into the development of annual departmental objectives and individual work plans.
• Mentors and guides Indigenous and settler colleagues on developments related to Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being and manage the activities and performance of the Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Access Advisory Council.
• Oversees consultant contracts as required; provides clarity around expectations, timelines and deliverables.
• Represents Banff Centre through participation in sector networks related to organizational priorities.
• Supports colleagues in the delivery of Talent Management and Culture initiatives and delivery of services to recruit and retain a diverse employee and participant base.
• The Director must shift tasks on a continuous basis; acting as a conduit between the Director and the Vice President, Talent and Management office and the development and implementation of a strategy to increase the Banff Centre’s capacity to engage with Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour and Differently Abled communities and stakeholders.
• Manages organizational relationships with directors, managers, staff and CUPE 4318 representatives by providing legislative, contractual, policy and best practises information, consultation and solution focused recommendations relating to all aspects of talent management. This position is responsible for supporting leaders in ensuring the adherence to the collective agreement identifying potential changes during the bargaining planning process.
• Completes research, analysis and solution focused recommendations in support of the Banff Centre’s strategic plan, relating to all aspects of diversity, equity and access and talent management and as assigned by the Vice President Talent Management and Culture.
• As assigned by the Vice President, Talent Management and Culture the Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement and working closely with the Director, Employee Relations and Compensation, supports directors and managers in managing employee performance, alternatives for corrective action and ensures compliance with the progressive discipline process. Responds to grievances filed by the union including preparing the Manager and/or supervisor, facilitating the grievance meeting, maintaining minutes of the meeting and preparing correspondence on behalf of the supervisor.
• Works closely with the Director, Employee Relations and Compensation to ensure compliance with the Terms and Conditions of Employment for the Management/PSP employment category up to and including terminations.
• Works closely with the Talent Management and Culture leadership team and provides input and training on policies, procedures, collective agreement, legislative changes, truth and reconciliation and inclusion, diversity, equity and access principles and other topics as assigned.

Workplace Investigations and Conflict Resolution

• The Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement may be required to, individually or as part of a team, complete workplace investigations including those that fall under the Talent Management and Culture policies, Participant / Faculty Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment policy and procedure.
• Responsible to provide conflict resolution support for all employees, Faculty and participants including supporting and providing conflict mediation sessions as assigned by the VP, Talent Management and Culture.

Human Resources, Team Building and Interdivisional Cooperation

• Foster an internal culture that maintains the highest standards for customer service, excellence of staff, faculty, practicum, participant, guest experience, fiscal, operational, and organizational integrity.
• Ensure a positive and safe work environment for all Banff employees, aligned with Banff Centre’s policies including but not limited to code of ethics, anti-harassment policies, contractual obligations, and strategic directions
• Maintain effective working relationships with team members, internal partners, customers, the union and other stakeholders.
• Enable housing, recruitment, human resources and program administration staff to function as a high performing team at all times, maintaining open communication, clear objectives and priorities, and a culture of positive behavioral intent that is consistent and in alignment with Banff Centre values and is welcoming and inclusive, supporting a diverse workforce.
• Facilitate ongoing communication with all colleagues at all levels in the organization that interact with the Talent and Culture department ensuring individual behaviours are in alignment with organizational values.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, majoring in Human Resources/labour relations or related education with a minimum of 10 years related experience
• Experience working with First Nations communities
• Experience working in the inclusion, diversity, equity and access area of expertise
• Lived experience of Indigenous worldviews, cultures and values
• Knowledge and experience implementing the Truth and Reconciliation calls to action
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of cross-cultural capacity-building in a private or public sector organization
• Strong interpersonal skills, mediation skills
• Excellent written skills
• Passion for Arts and Culture
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Ability to make decisions/recommendations under pressure
• Conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated coaching, advisory and/or consulting skills
• Supervisory Experience
• Enjoys working in a team environment and brings a positive energy to a strong team

Employment Terms and Benefits

• In accordance with the terms of employment governing Management/PSP employees, this is a salaried, fulltime position, subject to a 6-month probationary period.
• The salary range for this position is $80,838 - $120,050 based on experience.
• The successful candidate will enjoy twenty paid vacation days and four personal days annually, extended medical and dental benefits, and participation in an employer-matched pension plan.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
• Transitional staff housing options (based on availability)
• Professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
• Health care spending account
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
• Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for the Director, Indigenous and Diversity Engagement position until 11:59pm on September 8, 2024.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range:

$80,838 - $120,050 Annually

Application Deadline:

Sunday, September 8, 2024

Type of Work:

Full Time

City:

Banff

Province:

Alberta

Education Level:

University (Undergraduate)

Languages:

English

Travel:

Prefered Method(s) of Application:

Apply Online

URL to Apply Online:

http://www.banffcentre.ca/careers

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