CULTURE PROGRAMMER - Performing Arts

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Culture Programs support the development, coordination, and promotion of high-quality Culture programs and services in performing arts delivered at a variety of art centres, community centres and historical sites across Mississauga.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work within a programming team to plan, develop and implement Culture Programs including but not limited to evening and weekend courses, camps and weekday school programs
• Provide customer service, resolve issues and communicate changes/cancellations of programs
• Under the direction of the Supervisor, assist with functional guidance of part-time staff, including evaluations, scheduling, hiring/contracting and training and support with participant behaviour management
• Manage volunteer, co-op and intern recruitment, training and assist with functional guidance
• Assist with regular program visits, High Five® Quest 2 program evaluations, program planning and support material development
• Assist with the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps
• Assist by liaising with facility staff to ensure spaces are prepared, safe and operational
• Assist Supervisor with responding to ad-hoc programming requests including workshops, special events and outreach initiatives
• Provide administrative support including but not limited to part-time payroll, program outline review, class lists, program hand-outs and program entry in ActiveNet Recreation Management Software
• Responsible for maintaining inventory including supply delivery, tracking, and equipment
• Support the execution of team initiatives including but not limited to annual dance recital events, and competitive dance program.
• Work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends; ability to travel between multiple recreation and culture sites within the city for time-sensitive work-related travel
• Assist with special projects as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Education or related field with a minimum of 3 years’ related experience in an arts education setting
• Formal training or additional certifications outside of a post-secondary degree/diploma in dance, music or theatre, is an asset
• A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR B or C (lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross Society, St John’s Ambulance) at employees’ expense or; a valid Intermediate First Aid (lifesaving Society) at employees’ expense
• High Five® Principles of Healthy Childhood Development and Quest 2 certification
• Knowledge and experience of arts program design and delivery; instructional fill-in may be required
• Proficient use of R3/SAP, SharePoint, Microsoft Office and ActiveNet software is an asset
• Attention to detail in emergency situations
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps
• Ability to provide instructional fill-in and break coverage on an as needed basis across a variety of arts programs will be required.
• Highly motivated self-starter; excellent oral and written communication skills; team player; ability to work in a changing environment

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 70,807.00 - $ 94,410.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Living Arts Centre
Hybrid Workplace (For full-time permanent and temporary positions)
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Program Delivery
Non-Union/Union: Non Union