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DEPARTMENT:     Parks, Culture & Recreation
STATUS:     Full Time
NO. OF POSITIONS:     One
UNION:     CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK:     35 hours per week (non-standard work hours)*
SALARY:     $50,660 – $59,626 annually

The New Westminster Parks, Culture & Recreation Department is seeking a dynamic individual to assume the role of Arts Programmer. The successful incumbent will work from the Anvil Centre, the showpiece civic facility located in the heart of downtown New Westminster. New Westminster’s Arts Programmer supports the planning, development, scheduling, coordination and implementation of Arts programs in the Anvil studio spaces and community venues in the City.

The Arts Programmer works within a community engagement framework to facilitate or develop arts programs, initiatives, workshops and events with arts organizations, not-for-profits, businesses and artists on behalf of the City of New Westminster. The work involves supervising program staff and volunteers; establishing and maintaining liaison with a variety of internal and external contacts; promoting and publicizing interest and participation in program activities; and assisting in the preparation and monitoring of program budgets.

REQUIREMENTS:

Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution in a specialized discipline relevant to the arts, plus sound related arts programming experience and sound supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer may be considered.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of programming arts community spaces.
Sound knowledge of non-formal teaching methods and group leadership techniques.
Experience in recruiting, orientating, supervising and evaluating the work of subordinate staff and training volunteers.
Knowledge and understanding of school curriculums.
Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite 2010 (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint), CLASS applications and POS systems.
Ability to facilitate arts programs, workshops and outreach events within a community engagement environment.
Ability plan, develop, schedule, promote, coordinate, implement and evaluate arts programs for all ages and levels of experience.
Ability to present ideas and viewpoints effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of external and internal contacts and to promote public interest and participation in programs.
Ability to prepare and monitor program budgets.
Ability to collaborate with other staff members in planning, organizing and coordinating community wide events and programs.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, reports and correspondence related to the work.
Ability to work non-standard hours as operationally required.
Ability to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check (PIC).
Valid BC Drivers’ License and use of personal vehicle at work.