Executive Director

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery is a leading Canadian contemporary art gallery committed to the learning, growth and transformative experiences through the visual arts for our visitors. We are a bridge between artists andaudiences, an active and generative space to access and experience ideas. The Gallery is actively engaged in the cultural, social and business fabric of our community.

PRIMARY ROLE, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Director works to further the Gallery’s mandate to foster the work of contemporary artists who challenge boundaries; encourage broad public engagement; and promote awareness and exploration of artists expression. 

o  Internal Operations & Management – policy development and implementation, maintain formal records and present written reports for approval.

o  Program Development – ensure high quality programs are developed and presented in conjunction with appropriate partners and stakeholders.

o  Financial Management & Revenue Development – prepare both short-term and long-term financial plans and annual budget; manage organization’s resources and complete monthly monitoring; ensure sound accounting/bookkeeping practices are followed; increase and develop alternate funding streams; complete funding proposals and grant applications; and oversee the development of fundraising efforts.

o Human Resources Management – lead and support employees and volunteers; complete annual performance evaluations; determine staffing positions and ensure recruitments are completed in accordance with proper protocols and regulations; set employee o  renumeration rates based on current budgets; and maintain inclusive work culture and environment while providing effective leadership.

o  Artistic Management – With input from curatorial and programming staff, fulfill the artistic mandate (exhibitions, education, programs and community engagement) for the Gallery and cultivate relationships with major stakeholders, donors, members, and artists.

o  Operations Management – ensure all activities align with organizational strategy; seek opportunities for improved governance and operations; manage service contracts to ensure quality services are being provided; and ensure appropriate insurance coverage.

o  Communications Management, Advocacy, and Relations – Build strong relationships with community partners, professional associations, and stakeholders to positively represent and promote the Gallery; actively work to increase membership engagement; market and promote artistic achievements; and serve as an active member on relevant boards and committees.o  Post-secondary education with a focus in Visual Art, Art History, Museum, or Curatorial Studies, and equivalent work experience

RELEVANT SKILL REQUIREMENTS

o  A relevant Master’s Degree (in the Arts) or MBA would be considered an asset

o  Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

o  Meticulous attention to detail

o  Organized, with the ability to prioritize 

o  Ability to execute quickly and effectively

o  Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills

o  Extensive knowledge and experience with managing financial resources 

o  Strong leadership skills with experience in leading teams

o  Knowledge of human resources and related legal requirements

o  Experience working with a Board of Directors

o  Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate new initiatives

o  Experience with grant writing and management 

o  Demonstrated interest in the local creative communities and impact of a gallery on the individual, family and community

o  Must be willing to live in Lethbridge on a full-time basis

 

CULTURE NOTES

o   Our team is very close and works well together

o   The Gallery has a strong artistic presence in Lethbridge and Southern Alberta

o   Both the Board and the staff are supportive and inclusive

o   Benefits upon completion of probationary period

 

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
Dependent on experience and qualifications
Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 12, 2021
Start Date: 
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Lethbridge
Province: 
Alberta
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://ca.indeed.com/job/executive-director-95d1d7240d7f06e7

Heritage Coordinator

Posting ID:  21-11

Heritage Coordinator

Permanent, Full-time - 35 hours/week

$60,824.00 - $76,076.00/ annum

At the City of Leduc, our mission is People. Building. Community.  We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Teamwork, Service, and Respect guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.  If you are self-motivated and would like to work as part of a progressive organization and enjoy a fast- paced environment, then this may be the opportunity for you.  We are currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Heritage Coordinator.

Reporting to the Manager, Cultural Development, this position would work closely with historic sites and community resource groups in and around the City of Leduc to ensure the sustainability and collaborative stewardship of Leduc’s heritage resources; as well as partner with Leduc Public Library and other City departments in actively managing and curating Leduc’s recorded, material, natural, and built heritage resources.  Responsibilities include apprising, arranging, storing, and providing proper access to information within the archives and collections to residents, researchers and interested parties; providing the necessary expertise for the City to develop, monitor and manage its archival and heritage policies in order to properly care for each collection; facilitating partnerships between local and regional municipal and NFP stakeholders to build capacity in Leduc’s heritage sector.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in a discipline pertinent to the job function (ie: Museum Studies, Library & Information Science, Archives & Records Management, Culture Resource Management), or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in the field.  Familiarity with local history, knowledge of Leduc Public Library Collections, Historic Leduc Materials Collection, Provincial Archives of Alberta are considered assets.  Government experience would be beneficial.  The successful candidate will also provide a current cleared Criminal Record Check as part of the hiring process.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!  To apply, please visit our website at: www.leduc.ca/jobs

Competition closes at 12:00 noon (MT) on March 18, 2021.  Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls.  This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

 

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$60,824.00 - $76,076.00/ annum
Application Deadline: 
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Start Date: 
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Leduc
Province: 
Alberta
Education Level: 
University (Graduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
http://www.leduc.ca/jobs

Manager of Heritage Culture and Tourism

                                                                                

LOYALIST TOWNSHIP, HOME OF HISTORY & PROGRESS

Manager of Heritage Culture and Tourism, Full-time Permanent Opportunity

Why Choose Loyalist for Your Next Great Career Opportunity?  There is a great wealth of historical significance, and unique culture in the Township and we plan to work closely with our community partners to expand our focus on heritage, culture, and tourism with the introduction of this new role.  Loyalist Township is committed to developing leaders who are passionate about making a difference. We support leaders to grow their strengths in managing others. Together we will reach our collective full potential as an employer of choice. We offer excellent pay and benefits including a defined benefit pension plan (OMERS). Service to our community and to each other, is what we do.

Loyalist is a growing community of over 17,000 residents situated on the north shore of Lake Ontario between the Town of Greater Napanee and the City of Kingston. The Township is a blend of rural and urban areas with a number of smaller hamlets throughout, including its very own island community, accessible by ferry. It is an outdoor-lovers dream, with a Great Lake on the doorstep and beautiful Canadian shield lakes and provincial parks minutes away to the north.  Next door is the historic City of Kingston, which boasts an amazing downtown core right on Lake Ontario, full of excellent restaurants and night life offerings. We are also connected to large urban centres by the 401, with the GTA two hours to the west and Ottawa two hours to the east.

What do You offer Loyalist as a Skilled Leader?  You bring a positive approach to challenges with a can-do attitude. You inspire trust and genuinely want the best for people: both inside the organization and in the community we serve. You passionately bring your expertise in heritage, culture, and tourism to our organization and provide a vision for the future success of the Township. You want to grow and develop as a facilitator and coach of a team made up of both staff and community members. You strive every day to provide your best in service to Loyalist’s unique heritage and culture.

This role is not for everyone, but if it sounds like it is for you, let us know: apply today!

File No:          2021-07 Manager of Heritage, Culture and Tourism

Closing:         March 15, 2021, 4:00 p.m.

Visit www.loyalist.ca to apply!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:

This role is an integral part of service delivery to the residents of Loyalist Township and contributes to the achievement of our Strategic Plan, within applicable Council resolutions, bylaws, and other legal frameworks.  Responsible for providing leadership and long-term strategic direction for the Heritage, Culture & Tourism Division, the Manager oversees cost-effective financial and operational planning to meet the preservation of history, attraction of tourism, and cultural needs of the community. This includes effectively managing all Township heritage properties (including cemeteries). The position ensures a high level of customer satisfaction, collaborates with community groups, and ensures sustainable environmental practice opportunities are maximized.  The position supports the engagement of qualified heritage, culture & tourism personnel and coordinates contracted services.

Minimum Qualifications – education & experience:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma related to history, culture, tourism or other related discipline, complemented by:
    • Professional Membership with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) or ability to obtain membership an asset.
  • Three to five years of experience in the field of heritage and/or tourism or equivalent.
  • A minimum of five years of leadership experience is required.
  • Experience working with relevant legislation and policy frameworks such as the Ontario Heritage Act, the Planning Act, the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, and other relevant Ontario Provincial Policy Statements.
  • Demonstrated success research, planning, project implementation and event organization.
  • Proven customer service, public relations experience including community outreach and marketing skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in organizing and working with volunteer organizations in a leadership role; research, grant applications and report writing.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, Class ‘G’ and have access to reliable personal transportation for corporate use.
  • Certification in CPR, first aid and current CPIC including vulnerable sector screening.

knowledge, skills & abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge and working understanding of the legal framework related to heritage, culture, and tourism.
  • Working knowledge of the Province’s Asset Management Reg. 588/17 would be considered an asset.
  • Ability to attract, motivate, fully engage, and retain a workforce of union and non-union employees through implementation of sound talent management practices, to build strong, effective teams and a positive, productive work environment.
  • Ability to think and act strategically in a pressured environment, with demonstrated experience shaping and implementing divisional and corporate strategies.
  • The ability to influence, guide, and support decisions through highly evolved interpersonal skills to build trust and cooperation; professional and effective liaison with elected officials and other stakeholders; ability to deal with conflicting views with tact and diplomacy, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to be professional, concise, and accurate.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills to meet established deadlines in a dynamic work environment with shifting priorities, multiple demands and some urgency.
  • Ability to make sound and timely decisions under stressful conditions, including the ability to conduct quality research and analysis.
  • Experience and strong knowledge of budgeting and budget monitoring.
  • Ability to plan, implement, control and complete projects as assigned with minimal supervision.
  • Computer proficiency in a variety of applications including Microsoft Office, web and cloud-based software, including PastPerfect collections management software, expertise with social media platforms required; knowledge of CityWide software would be an asset.
  • Understanding of risk assessment and risk management.
  • Understanding of the dynamics of a political organization and maintenance of  confidentiality, while navigating politically sensitive situations.
  • Ability to role model both internal and external customer service principles and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources Management

In conjunction with Human Resources support, manage the employee life cycle and talent management processes for the Heritage, Culture & Tourism team.  This includes:

  • Maintaining up-to-date job descriptions.
  • Hiring quality candidates who meet the job requirements and organizational culture.
  • Frequent engagement in two-way communication with front-line staff about Divisional plans, priorities, and objectives, their links to the Strategic Plan, ensuring staff understand how they make a difference for the Township.
  • Ensuring the performance management process is continual, by role modeling to provide frequent caring, positive and constructive feedback to staff, focusing on strengths and opportunities for development, completing the performance dialogue process.
  • Addressing performance improvement requirements, when necessary, in a timely and consistent manner, utilizing progressive discipline where required.
  • Ensuring attendance management is addressed and seeking means to support staff who have accommodation needs, while also consistently addressing culpable problems, such as lateness.
  • Performing employee relations duties to address complaints and working with union partners as needed to collaborate on problem-solving, participating with HR in the grievance process by providing facts and documentation.
  • Promoting a health and safety culture by regularly holding safety talks, ensuring policies and practices are up-to-date and complied with, and ensuring a safe work environment.
  • Monitoring the training requirements of staff and ensuring that appropriate levels of training are maintained.
  • Investigating all employee/equipment accidents to determine root cause(s), with recommendations on corrective actions.
  • Providing direct supervision to operations staff.

Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices

Ensure the Heritage, Culture & Tourism Division is operated and managed within best practice guidelines and the parameters of applicable Federal, Provincial legislation and regulations, Municipal bylaws, and resolutions of Township Council. Take appropriate action when Division operations are non-compliant. Applicable Acts, Regulations and Guidelines include but are not limited to: 

  • Health Promotion and Protection Act (HPPA)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
  • Building Code Act and Regulations – 517/06 Maintenance Standards
  • Occupiers Liability Act and Regulations
  • Environmental Protection Act
  • Heritage Act
  • Ministry of Tourism and Recreation Act
  • Truth and Reconciliation Commission
  • All other Acts and Regulations, guidelines, and best practices that pertain to heritage, culture & tourism operations

Operations Management  

Manage all operations of the Heritage, Culture & Tourism Division which includes:

  • Overseeing the daily management and operations of the division and overall internal and external customer service.
  • Fostering community development/engagement, building relationships, and promoting heritage, culture, & tourism services with local organizations and the community.
  • Overseeing and ensuring full implementation of risk assessment and risk management practices associated with the division.
  • Taking responsibility for the long and short-term division programing and planning, including such things as assessments of heritage properties, heritage plan, tourism plan, culture plan, community heritage programing, including marketing of these plans.
  • Conducting research, evaluation, and reviewing co-operative initiatives, joint provision of services, partnerships, new trends, and best practices to determine suitability of funding, implementation of new, and continuation of current heritage, culture & tourism programs.
  • Ensuring that all inventories of collections and artifacts are maintained and kept current.
  • Taking responsibility for the secure and appropriate storage of all collections.
  • Investigating public complaints or enquiries with ability to take appropriate actions to restore good public relations.
  • Providing backup support in the absence of the Director of Community & Customer Service or other team members.

Administration

Maintain regular communication with the Director of Community and Customer Services on overall divisional needs, working closely with the Director to develop divisional plans including:

  • Preparing written reports for the Director of Community and Customer Services on relevant departmental topics as requested, including updates on projects and initiatives and alternative solutions affecting service delivery.
  • Planning and managing annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Monitoring and keeping divisional expenditures within the budget appropriation for the year and reporting all potential problems in this regard to the Director of Community and Customer Services.
  • Developing innovative ways to maximize revenues.
  • Recommending staffing, materials, and equipment requirements.
  • Developing tenders, requests for proposals, and preparing estimates for proposed work.
  • Developing policies, procedures, performance standards, to support the operations of the division and monitor the relevance of existing policies and procedures, making amendments when appropriate.
  • Providing expertise and input to the Asset Management Program and ensuring services and/or infrastructure they are accountable for, are properly represented and accommodated in the Asset Management Program.
  • Attending meetings with other municipalities, sitting on committees and associations, both internal and external, when requested by the Director.
  • Providing backup support, as assigned, in the absence of the Director of Community and Customer Services.

The job description reflects the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and should not be construed to describe in detail all duties and responsibilities of the job.

 

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$90,600 - $104,486
Application Deadline: 
Monday, March 15, 2021
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Odessa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://www.loyalist.ca/en/council-and-administration/careers.aspx#Current-Job-O…

Spécialistes du secteur culturel et un(e) rédacteur/trice-réviseur/trice

Appel de propositions
Mise à jour de L’Art de gérer sa carrière ©
Guide et volets des diverses disciplines artistiques  

Description du projet

Contexte

Les artistes doivent relever de multiples défis dans la pratique de leur art. Plusieurs programmes de formation les préparent à être hautement productifs, mais la plupart ne leur enseignent pas à générer des revenus grâce à leurs activités artistiques comme des compétences de base en affaires et en autogestion. Il existe aussi des lacunes en matière de compétences technologiques, surtout pour les technologies émergentes comme les nouveaux logiciels et les nouveaux médias. Ces compétences sont pourtant la clé du succès à long terme. C’est dans cet esprit que le CRHSC veut mettre à jour L’Art de gérer sa carrière © ainsi que les huit volets qui l’accompagnent : métiers d’art, danse, médias numériques, cinéma et télévision, musique, théâtre, création littéraire et arts visuels.

Public cible

Les artistes en émergence. Les collèges et les universités du Canada utilisent présentement L’Art de gérer sa carrière© comme ressource pour transmettre aux artistes en émergence des renseignements pertinents et pratiques pour mieux gérer leurs carrières.

Portée du travail

Le Conseil des ressources humaines du secteur culturel est à la recherche d’une équipe de spécialistes du secteur culturel (jusqu’à dix[i]) pour faire la mise à jour (et non la réécriture) du matériel de L’Art de gérer sa carrière©. Une (1) personne pour le Guide lui-même (200 pages), huit (8) personnes pour les volets sur les diverses disciplines (variant entre 40 et 70 pages) et une (1) personne qui assurera la révision et la correction d’épreuve pour l’ensemble des mises à jour.

https://www.culturalhrc.ca/fr/education-et-formation/art-de-gerer-sa-carriere/pdf

Le CRHSC recherche :

  • Une ou un (1) spécialiste interdisciplinaire du secteur culturel pour faire des recommandations et concevoir les mises à jour de L’Art de gérer sa carrière – le Guide lui-même, en français ou en anglais
  • Huit (8) spécialistes d’une discipline ou sous-secteur pour effectuer la mise à jour du contenu des volets sur les diverses disciplines de L’Art de gérer sa carrière, en français ou en anglais (http://culturalhrc.ca/education-training-mentoring/the-art-of-managing-your-career/pdf#2);
  • Une (1) rédactrice-réviseure ou un (1) rédacteur-réviseur pour revoir l’ensemble du nouveau contenu créé par les spécialistes (dans les deux langues officielles). Cette personne n’a pas besoin d’être spécialiste du secteur culturel.

Critères d’évaluation

Exigences

  • Expertise de cheminement de carrière démontrée dans le secteur culturel ou dans un sous-secteur ou une discipline artistique
  • Niveau d’habileté démontré en rédaction dans un style concis, articulé et informatif, en français ou en anglais (les candidates ou candidats doivent présenter un exemple de leur travail)
  • Capacité à intégrer correctement les références, i.e. sensitivité au plagiat
  • Maîtrise de MS Word (ou l’équivalent en MAC)
  • Deux (2) lettres de référence ou de recommandation précisant quelles sont les compétences de la candidate ou du candidat dans sa discipline et en rédaction. Note : ces lettres n’ont pas besoin d’être longues ou très détaillées
  • Capacité de communiquer avec le personnel du CRHSC dans une des deux langues officielles
  • Capacité de travailler et d’interagir à distance avec le personnel du CRHSC
  • Capacité de travailler de façon autonome
  • Capacité de respecter les échéanciers
  • Avoir le droit légal de travailler au Canada.

Atouts

  • Bilinguisme
  • Connaissance du vocabulaire juridique
  • Connaissance du vocabulaire des affaires
  • Connaissance des logiciels et des plateformes technologiques artistiques et des ressources de cheminement de carrière
  • Capacité de faire de la recherche de façon autonome
  • Connaissance des réseaux des divers sous-secteurs ou disciplines
  • Connaissance des sous-secteurs/disciplines artistiques des Premières Nations
  • Connaissance des réseaux artistiques des Premières Nations
  • Capacité de vulgariser des concepts complexes
  • Sensitivité au vocabulaire socialement inclusif, diversifié, équitable et accessible.

Suggestions informelles aux candidates et candidats

  1. Il n’y a pas une « bonne » ou une façon « unique » de rédiger un curriculum vitæ ou une lettre de présentation. Ultimement, votre choix révèlera qui vous êtes.
  2. La liste des exigences et des atouts est une liste de vérification. Rien ne vous empêche de l’utiliser comme telle pour gagner du temps. Vous pouvez la copier-coller dans votre C.V. ou dans votre lettre de présentation pour y indiquer directement comment vous répondez aux exigences.
  3. Les exemples de rédaction (dont la lettre de présentation) parleront d’eux-mêmes et nous encourageons les candidates et candidats à écrire une lettre de présentation courte et précise. Soyez, par exemple, très à l’aise de souligner :
    • tout aspect particulier (ou intéressant) à considérer pour les deux (2) premiers points de la liste des exigences,
    • ce qui vous motive à vous engager dans le travail proposé

Échéancier

Dates (2021)

  • Soumission des propositions au CRHSC D’ici le 7 mars à 23 h 59 HNP
  • Choix prévu des spécialistes D’ici le 19 mars à 17 h HNE
  • Remise des contenus mis à jour par les spécialistes D’ici le 9 avril
  • Révision finale D’ici le 23 avril

Rémunération

  • Une ou un (1) spécialiste interdisciplinaire du secteur culturel pour faire des recommandations et concevoir les mises à jour de L’Art de gérer sa carrière – le Guide lui-même, en français ou en anglais : 2 000 $.
  • Huit (8) spécialistes d’une discipline ou sous-secteur pour effectuer la mise à jour du contenu des volets sur les diverses disciplines de L’Art de gérer sa carrière, en français ou en anglais (http://culturalhrc.ca/education-training-mentoring/the-art-of-managing-your-career/pdf#2) : contrats de 1 000$/chaque.
  • Une (1) rédactrice-réviseure ou un (1) rédacteur-réviseur pour réviser l’ensemble du nouveau contenu créé par les spécialistes (dans les deux langues officielles). Cette personne n’a pas besoin d’être une spécialiste du secteur culturel: 2 000 $.

Comment poser sa candidature

Veuillez faire parvenir vos documents de candidature par courriel à candidatures@crhsculturel.ca. Objet du courriel : « L’Art de gérer sa carrière (+nom de la discipline) (+ votre nom de famille) », par exemple, « L’Art de gérer sa carrière Guide Tremblay » ou « L’Art de gérer sa carrière Danse Tremblay ».

  • Guide
  • Métiers d’art
  • Danse
  • Médias numériques
  • Cinéma et télévision
  • Musique
  • Théâtre
  • Création littéraire
  • Arts visuels
  • Révision- rédaction

Le CRHSC adhère aux principes de l’égalité en matière de possibilités d’emploi.

[i] Une ou un spécialiste peut cumuler plusieurs contrats selon ses connaissances/compétences/expertises.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Cultural sector cross-discipline experts and bilingual editor/proof-reader

Request for Proposals
To update CHRC’s The Art of Managing Your Career©
Guide and Discipline Enhancements

Project description

Background

Artists face challenges in their practice. Many training programs prepare them to be highly productive but most of the programs lack the component that helps artists generate revenue through their art - basic business and self-management skills. The other gap which has been identified is the lack of technological skills as it relates to the use of emerging technology, such as new software and new media. Acquiring these skill sets is key to the artist’s long-term success. With this in mind, CHRC is updating The Art of Managing Your Career© as well as its 8 discipline-specific Enhancements: Craft, Dance, Digital Media, Film & TV, Music, Theatre, Writing and Visual Arts.

Target audience

Emerging artists. The Art of Managing Your Career© is presently being used in colleges and universities across Canada as a resource that provides emerging artists with pertinent and practical information to better manage their careers.

Scope of Work

The Cultural Human Resources Council is looking for up to[i] ten (10) cultural sector experts to update (not rewrite) its The Art of Managing Your Career© material. One (1) expert for the Guide itself (200 pages), eight (8) experts for the discipline-specific Enhancements (individually varying between 40 to 70 pages) and one (1) proof-reader/editor to review the updates.

http://culturalhrc.ca/education-training-mentoring/the-art-of-managing-your-career/pdf

CHRC is looking for:

  • One (1) cultural sector cross-discipline expert to recommend and develop updates to TAMYC – the Guide itself in either French or English;
  • Eight (8) cultural sub-sector/discipline experts to update the content of TAMYC’s discipline-specific Enhancements in either French or English (http://culturalhrc.ca/education-training-mentoring/the-art-of-managing-your-career/pdf#2);
  • One (1) bilingual editor/proof-reader to review all new content developed by the experts (in both official languages), need not be cultural sector expert.

Evaluation criteria

Requirements

  • Demonstrated level of career-path expertisein the cultural sector and/or specific artistic sub-sector/discipline;
  • Demonstrated level of writing skills in either French or English (candidates are asked to provide a sample of their work) in a concise, articulate and informative style;
  • Ability to correctly reference material, i.e.: sensitivity to plagiarism;
  • Proficiency with MS Word (or MAC equivalent)
  • Two (2) letters of reference/endorsement specifying the candidates discipline expertise and writing skills. NB, letters/endorsements need not be lengthy nor highly detailed;
  • Ability to communicate with CHRC staff in either official language;
  • Ability to work/interact with CHRC staff remotely;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Ability to meet deadlines;
  • Be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Assets

  • Bilingualism;
  • Knowledge of legal terms;
  • Knowledge of business terms;
  • Knowledge of career-elevating artistic technological software/platforms and/or resources;
  • Capacity to research independently;
  • Knowledge of artistic sub-sector/discipline networks;
  • Knowledge of First Nations artistic sub-sector/discipline;
  • Knowledge of First Nations artistic networks;
  • Capacity to vulgarize complex concepts;
  • Sensitivity to current socially inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible language elements.

Informal suggestions to candidates

  1. There is no “one” or “right” way to write a CV/résumé and/or cover-letter. Ultimately, your choice of presentation says a lot about you.
  2. The list of requirements and assets is a checklist, there is no harm in using it as such to save time.

You are welcome to copy/paste it in your CV/résumé or cover-letter and directly reference how you meet the requirements.

  1. Candidates’ writing samples (including the cover-letter) will speak for themselves, candidates are encouraged to keep the cover-letter short and focussed. E.g. feel free to share:
    • Any particular (or interesting) aspects that should be considered on the two (2) first bullets in the requirements;
    • Your motivation to engage in the proposed work contract.

Timeline

Dates (2021)

  • Submission of proposal to CHRC Till March 7th, 23:59 PST
  • Anticipated selection of experts By March 19th 17:00 EST
  • Delivery of updated contents by experts By April 9th
  • Final review By April 23rd

Compensation

  • One (1) cultural-sector cross-discipline expert to recommend and develop updates to TAMYC – the Guide itself in either French or English: $2,000.
  • Eight (8) cultural sub-sector/discipline experts to update the content of TAMYC’s discipline-specific Enhancements in either French or English (http://culturalhrc.ca/education-training-mentoring/the-art-of-managing-your-career/pdf#2): $1,000/contract.
  • One (1) bilingual editor/proof-reader to review all new content developed by the experts (in both official languages), need not be an expert in cultural sector affairs: $2,000.

How to apply

Please send you candidacy documents via email to candidacies@culturalhrc.ca. Email subject heading “TAMYC (+discipline name) (+ your given name)”. E.g.: “TAMYC Guide Smith” or “TAMYC Dance Smith”.

  • Guide
  • Craft
  • Dance
  • Digital Media
  • Film & TV
  • Music
  • Theatre
  • Writing
  • Visual Arts
  • Editing/proof-reading

CHRC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity.

[i] Multiple contracts can be offered to one (1) person according to knowledge/skills/expertise.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Administrative Manager

 

JOIN ODYSSEY THEATRE AS AN ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

The Opportunity:         Odyssey Theatre is looking for an organized and highly effective person to join our team as a Theatre Administrative Manager. Assisting the General Manager (GM) and the Artistic Director (AD), this new position plays a key role in supporting the artistic growth of Ottawa’s premier professional summer theatre.

The Company: Established in 1986, we are an award-winning, professional theatre renowned for our innovative style of theatre, incorporating masks, movement, Commedia dell’Arte, clown and puppetry. Odyssey creates new works and contemporary adaptations for masked physical theatre. Our programs include our annual Theatre Under the Stars in Strathcona Park, a New Play Creation program, training workshops for artists and youth and a new online series, called A Virtual Odyssey. We are creating new international collaborations to reach audiences both nationally and internationally.

The Role:         As a key member of our team, you assist the GM and AD to contribute to the Theatre’s growth. You will:

  • Assist the GM to prepare plans and schedules and track progress;
  • Assist the GM and Board in planning and implementing innovative fund raising and marketing programs, and maintaining our web site and social media platforms;
  • Help organize and support Odyssey’s artistic programs, auditions and workshops including processing contracts with artists, actors and production staff; and, 
  • Manage Odyssey’s summer Front of House and Box Office operations and volunteer program.

Qualifications:            In addition to being passionate about the arts and excited by our work and mandate, you should also have:

  • University or college degree in a relevant discipline such as business administration, arts or non-profit management, theatre, arts, finance, events management or other suitable program;
  • Relevant work experience in the arts or administration;
  • Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail;
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills;
  • Strong initiative and an ability to work independently;
  • Effective interpersonal skills and an ability to work cooperatively as part of a professional team and with a non-profit Board of Directors and volunteers.

The Theatre Administrative Manager is a full time, permanent position (40 hours per week) with an annual salary between $40-45,000, depending on your skills and experience. 

If you are passionate about the arts, and interested in growing your skills and gaining experience in arts management, marketing, fund raising, events management or the non-profit sector, we want to hear from you.  Odyssey offers training and development opportunities.

Odyssey is committed to creating a welcoming, respectful and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of race, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.  Applications submitted before the deadline will be considered as received.

Please submit a cover letter indicating why you are interested in the position and what you can contribute to Odyssey’s success, along with your resume and three references by February 26, 2021 to:

John Forster, General Manager, Odyssey Theatre by email: info@odysseytheatre.ca  

While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.  Interviews will be scheduled as applications are submitted ahead of the deadline.  

For more information and a complete job description, please visit our web site at http://www.odysseytheatre.ca/index.php/blog/2021/02/position-available-administrative-manager/

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$40-45,000 per year
Application Deadline: 
Friday, February 26, 2021
Start Date: 
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Producer

Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre is located on Treaty One Territory in Winnipeg, MB., and exists to celebrate the widest spectrum of theatre art. Deeply rooted in the province of Manitoba, which gave it life and provides for its growth, Royal MTC aspires to both reflect and engage the community it serves. As Canada’s oldest regional theatre, Royal MTC produces ten plays at two venues as well as the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival, The Bridge Festival of Ideas and an annual regional tour. www.royalmtc.ca

We seek a Producer to join the collaborative and close-knit Artistic Team at Royal MTC. Reporting to the Artistic Director, the successful candidate will be heavily involved in season planning, and be responsible for all aspects of artistic administration, including contract negotiation for productions and play development.

The ideal candidate is engaged and accessible, can effectively juggle and prioritize the many moving pieces of this role, has the ability to anticipate and resolve problems in a timely manner, is an emotionally intelligent relationship builder, and a lover of live theatre.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Artistic Administration

  • Manages artistic operations to support excellence and operational efficiency
  • Manages contract negotiation, creation, compliance, and execution of artistic contracts for actors, directors, choreographers, music directors, fight directors and dialect coaches, and any artistic support staff, including cultural competency support
  • Manages co-production contracts, adherence, and payments
  • Manages literary and production rights contracts, licenses, compliance, commissions, and payments
  • Builds and fosters relationships with agents, rightsholders, producers and artists, locally, nationally and internationally
  • Oversees health, safety and wellness of artistic personnel and operations
  • Assists the Artistic Director with general season planning
  • Liaises with marketing, development, education and outreach to support the engagement of artists for ancillary events, and to ensure billing accuracy in all digital and print materials
  • Oversees onboarding, travel and accommodations, and other logistical elements for artistic personnel
  • Supervises the work of volunteer archivists and librarian, and is the contact for Royal MTC’s archives (held at the provincial archives)
  • Publicly represents Royal MTC at events

Financial Management

  • In collaboration with the Associate Artistic Director and Artistic Director, develops and administers play development budgets, including budgets for artistic personnel
  • Manages artist payroll and payments for activities across the organization, working in collaboration with the Controller
  • Assists with the management of production budgets in collaboration with the Director of Production

Union Liaison and Compliance

  • Liaises with, and manages compliance of Collective Bargaining Agreements of various unions and associations, including the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT), the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association (CAEA), the Playwrights Guild of Canada (PGC) and the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) and others as appropriate
  • Supports artistic compliance for all relevant activities with International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE)

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of five (5) years of theatre, film, television, radio or other related production experience
  • Experience with contract negotiation, execution and compliance
  • Proven ability to manage artistic and production budgets
  • Alignment with Royal MTC’s values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
  • Appreciation of arts and culture; passion for theatre is considered an asset
  • Proven attention to detail and organization skills
  • Ability to build and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Must have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Excellent communication and proactive problem-solving skills
  • A strong understanding of the Canadian Theatre Agreement (CTA) is an asset

In addition to this position being a great opportunity for anyone with a passion for theatre, Royal MTC offers a collaborative and fast-paced working environment, a salary of $70,000 - $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience, and a comprehensive benefits package. A long distance relocation allowance will be provided for a successful candidate who is required to move for the position.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Rachel Weessies, Human Resources at hr@royalmtc.ca by Friday, March 19th.

As demonstrated by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Commitment to Action, Royal MTC is on a deliberate and strategic path to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and becoming an anti-racist organization. We desire to attract a workforce that reflects and shares these values. Recognizing the history of underrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and people of colour (IBPOC) leadership positions in our company, we will prioritize qualified individuals who self-identify as IBPOC.

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with all applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of our process. If you require additional accommodations, please email hr@royalmtc.ca.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$70,000 - $80,000
Application Deadline: 
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Start Date: 
Monday, February 8, 2021
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Winnipeg
Province: 
Manitoba
Education Level: 
High School
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Museum Administrator

Museum Administrator

Temporary, full-time position (12 months) – Toronto, ON

Are you a cultural sector professional who enjoys working collaboratively with diverse communities? Do you like to find new ways to connect people, communities and culture, ensuring vibrant and inclusive museums that are accessible to all? The position of Museum Administrator, Museums & Heritage Services in the Economic Development and Culture Division may be for you!

As a member of the Museums and Heritage Services management team, you will work closely with the Manager, Museums and colleagues responsible for oversight of the City of Toronto's 10 owned and operated museums. If you are committed to inclusive practices, this will be an exciting opportunity for you to join the Toronto History Museums' team as we embark on an ambitious and intentional change journey to decolonize the City’s museums and create community spaces that are inclusive to all. Take a look at our most recent program, Awakenings, which uses storytelling to connect people through art, creativity, culture and innovation:

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/

 

What you'll do:

In the position of Museum Administrator, you will be responsible for the oversight of two facilities in the Museums and Heritage Services portfolio: Todmorden Mills and the Market Gallery. The City and the Division will count on you to develop and carry out the long-term vision and strategic priorities of the museum and galleries, and you will provide leadership in the development of programs and other activities offered on site and online, focusing on an anti-oppression lens. Working alongside communities, you will share authority with diverse stakeholders to ensure the stories shared at Todmorden Mills and the Market Gallery are inclusive to all- past, present and future.

With your experience in museum and gallery operations and administration, you're both results-oriented and focused on the big picture. You’re proactive and prepared on a day to day basis to oversee all front of house operations and you'll plan for relevant and vibrant cultural experiences in the future. You'll strengthen revenue streams through programs and rentals, including community theatre productions, community art exhibitions, social functions, as well as recreation, education and public programs. You'll manage the assigned budget, undertake grant writing and reporting, and track performance on an ongoing basis. 

You'll have a passion for arts and heritage and the expertise to ensure the 19th century buildings, 160 seat community theatre, galleries and 9.2 hectare nature preserve can be enjoyed by the public in new and exciting ways. Committed to public service, you'll be a responsible steward and enthusiastic advocate of the museum and will build relationships to ensure these assets are accessible to the community at large today and in the future.

Assuming all typical managerial responsibilities, you’ll supervise the day-to-day operations of assigned staff and volunteers, providing motivation and training, ensuring effective teamwork, and high standards of work quality and organizational performance.

What you'll need to succeed:

Among the strengths you bring to the role of Museum Administrator will be the following key qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education in a discipline pertinent to the job function (e.g. Museum Studies, Arts Administration, History, Curatorial Studies, etc.) with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and lived experience.
  • Considerable Experience in museum operations and arts administration, including managing budgets.
  • Experience leading, coaching and motivating staff, including employees, contractors and volunteers.
  • Experience developing, co-ordinating and/or implementing inclusive programs, projects and strategies in the museum and/or cultural sector.
  • Experience developing and nurturing community partnerships that advance equity, and providing excellent customer service to a variety of internal and external stakeholders with a commitment to the community.

 

You will be assessed on the above-noted qualifications as well as your:

  • Ability to engage equity deserving communities in impactful ways.
  • Ability to promote and foster teamwork, provide opportunities for learning and growth, and establish customer service excellence.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with senior leadership, consultants, staff, Council Members and external community stakeholders.
  • Well-developed project coordination and leadership skills, with the ability to work under pressure, with competing priorities.  
  • Strong change management, lateral and strategic thinking to support policy development, change activities and to support decision-making.
  • Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and political acuity in the decision-making process.
  • Knowledge of relevant employment legislation, including Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
  • Lived experience as a member of an Indigenous or equity-seeking community.

 

Above all, you're committed to supporting the Toronto Public Service values and ensuring a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces. You can also foster an organizational culture that emphasizes innovation, continuous learning, collaboration, transparency and accountability while promoting a strong code of ethics and integrity to support public service excellence.

Please note: The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Market Gallery and Todmorden Mills, and will be required to travel and report to both sites.

 

 

 

 

About the facilities:

Market Gallery

Located above the St. Lawrence Market is the Market Gallery, Toronto's first purpose-built City Council Chambers, which now houses rotating exhibits that explore history through the City of Toronto's fine art collection.

Todmorden Mills

Todmorden Mills is multi-use facility that is home to a 9.2 hectare Wildflower (Nature) preserve located in the Don Valley. There are four heritage buildings as well as a modern arts facility containing a 160-seat theatre and a gallery on the property.       

 

Salary Range: $88,979.80 - $104,540.80 per annum

Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. For more information, visit jobs.toronto.ca or follow us on Twitter at Twitter.com/CityTOjobs, on LinkedIn at Linkedin.com/company/city-of-toronto or on Facebook at Facebook.com/CityTOjobs.

How to Apply:

For more information on this and other opportunities with the City of Toronto, visit us online at https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/. To apply online, submit your resume, quoting Job ID 6611, by February 21, 2021.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

 

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$88,979.80 - $104,540.80
Application Deadline: 
Sunday, February 21, 2021
Start Date: 
Friday, February 5, 2021
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/

Appel de candidatures - Traduction du français à l’anglais

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Le CRHSC rassemble des représentants des disciplines artistiques et des industries culturelles pour répondre aux besoins de développement de carrière et de formation des artistes, du personnel technique, des gestionnaires et de toutes les autres personnes engagées professionnellement dans le secteur culturel.

Résumé

Le Conseil des ressources humaines du secteur culturel (CRHSC), l'Association des théâtres francophones du Canada (ATFC), l'Association professionnelle des théâtres canadiens (PACT) et leurs collaborateurs sollicitent des propositions de la part d'un ou de plusieurs traducteurs qualifiés et expérimentés (indépendants ou entreprises/groupes) pour un contrat de traduction.

Contexte

L'ATFC et ses partenaires ont produit un guide pour aider les responsables du secteur culturel à traiter les différentes plaintes sur le lieu de travail. Le guide, produit en français, doit être traduit en anglais.

Portée des travaux

Traduction de l'ensemble du Guide d'appui aux gestionnaires.

Les personnes intéressées peuvent consulter la version française ici : https://atfc.ca/application/files/2216/0674/8163/Guide_du_gestionnaire.pdf

Échéancier (toutes les dates en 2021)

Le CRHSC recevra des propositions jusqu'au 7 février, 23h59 HNP.
Une liste restreinte de candidats sera établie le 8 février.
Le comité de sélection se réunira et examinera la liste restreinte entre le 9 et le 12 février.
Entretiens menés si nécessaire avant le 19 février.
Les travaux doivent commencer le plus tôt possible et la date de livraison doit être déterminée avec le(s) candidat(s) retenu(s).

Critères d’évaluation

Exigences

  • Accréditation ou certification en traduction;
  • Être capable de traduire du français vers l'anglais;
  • Capacité à communiquer avec le personnel du CRHSC dans l'une ou l'autre des langues officielles;
  • Capacité à travailler/interagir à distance avec le personnel du CRHSC;
  • Capacité à travailler de façon autonome;
  • Exemples/échantillons de travaux antérieurs;
  • Références et/ou lettres de recommandation/approbation (2);
  • Avoir légalement le droit de travailler au Canada.

Atouts

  • Connaissance des termes juridiques ;
  • Connaissance du secteur culturel canadien ;
  • Sensibilité aux éléments linguistiques actuels autour de l’inclusivité, la diversité, l’équité et l’accessibilité.

Le CRHSC souscrit aux principes de l'égalité d'accès à l'emploi.

Le CRHSC remercie tous les candidats pour leur intérêt et leur soumission.

Les candidatures peuvent être acheminées à atfc-translation@culturalhrc.ca.

Aucun appel téléphonique svp.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Start Date: 
Monday, March 1, 2021
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
Contract
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Request for Proposals - Translation

CHRC brings together representatives of arts disciplines and cultural industries to address the career development and training needs of artists, technical staff, managers and all others engaged professionally in the cultural sector.

Summary

The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC), l’Association des théâtres francophones du Canada (ATFC), the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) and collaborators are requesting proposals from (a) qualified and experienced translator(s) (freelance or company/group) for a translation contract.

Background

L’ATFC and partners have produced a guide to help cultural sector managers deal with various workplace complaints. The guide, produced in French, must be translated into English.

Scope of Work

Translation of the entire Guide d’appui aux gestionnaires.

Interested parties may view the French version here:
https://atfc.ca/application/files/2216/0674/8163/Guide_du_gestionnaire.pdf

Schedule (all dates in 2021)

CHRC will receive proposals till February 7th, 23:59 PST.
A shortlist of candidates will be compiled on February 8th.
Selection committee to meet and review shortlist between February 9th and February 12th.
Interviews conducted as necessary prior to February 19th.
Work to begin as soon as possible and delivery date to be determined with successful candidate(s).

Proposal criteria

Requirements

  • Candidate(s) must be accredited/certified translator(s);
  • Ability to translate from French to English;
  • Ability to communicate with CHRC staff in either official language;
  • Ability to work/interact with CHRC staff remotely;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Examples/samples of previous work;
  • References and/or letters of recommendation/endorsement (2);
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Assets

  • Knowledge of legal terms;
  • Knowledge of the Canadian cultural sector;
  • Sensitivity to current social inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible language elements.

CHRC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity.

CHRC thanks all candidates for their interest and proposals

Proposals should be submitted by email to atfc-translation@culturalhrc.ca.

No phone calls please.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Start Date: 
Monday, March 1, 2021
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
Contract
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

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