Supervisor – Cultural Development, Community Programming & Events – Full-Time

Job title:

Supervisor – Cultural Development, Community Programming & Events – Full-Time

Company

City of Thunder Bay

Job description

:The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together!Watch this video to learn more about our City at:Job Description:POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Director Recreation & Culture, is responsible for providing leadership and supervision of Cultural Development, Community Programming and Events Section programs, services and facilities. Key responsibilities include cultural development and initiatives in line with the municipal Culture Plan, community programming for all ages, year-round events and festivals, volunteer program, and public art program.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates as a member of the Section’s service delivery team to carry out the goals and objectives of the Section and Division. Identifies, plans, and implements short- and long-range objectives and action plans to meet goals.
• Responsible for ensuring that the Cultural Development, Community Programming & Events section initiatives promote equity, inclusion, diversity and accessibility, foster community engagement, and support Truth and Reconciliation efforts.
• Responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient service delivery of related programs and services.
• Responsible for managing programs and services including concept development, artistic direction, planning, budget and alternate funding sources, project management, talent and service provider selection processes and contracts, organizational development, site management, safety and evaluation.
• Administers the cultural stream of the Community, Youth & Cultural Funding Program, including liaising with applicants, participating in application review and recommendation processes and presentation to Council, administering service agreements, monitoring and evaluation.
• Assesses Section staffing needs, makes recommendations on complement amendments and organizational structure.
• Supervises Section staff including recruitment and hiring, staff development, performance management/review, coaching/mentoring, health and safety, discipline and termination decisions.
• Supervises and participates in the set-up, delivery and take-down of events including using a City vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle as required.
• Develops, monitors and enforces related policies, procedures, by-laws and regulations.
• Prepares and administers operating and capital budgets and seeks alternative funding sources, including sponsorships and grants.
• Prepares reports and business cases; organizes and carries out research and benchmarking; and provides recommendations.
• Liaises with community leaders and groups, service providers, internal and external administration; maintains a high standard of public relations at all times; establishes partnerships and collaborations with local agencies and organizations and advisory committees.
• Develops and monitors promotion strategies; acts as spokesperson for section initiatives in communication with other Corporate departments, private and public officials, media, and general public.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Experience:

• Degree in a related discipline such as cultural planning, events management or arts administration along with minimum of three years of experience in working with community and cultural sectors, community development, project management, event management and delivery, programming, and administration; or
• Diploma in a related discipline such as cultural planning, events management or arts administration along with five years’ experience in working with community and cultural sectors, community development, project management, event management and delivery, programming, and administration.
• Three to five years of previous supervisory experience
• Experience in marketing, volunteer management, financial, and contractor management.

Skills/Abilities:

• Superior ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, with the ability to make presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with Administration, Union executives, superiors, co-workers, employees, and the general public.
• Ability to identify, understand, and meet/exceed the requirements of internal/external customers.
• Strong research, project/time management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to function and contribute as an effective team member and to work independently.
• Must be at an intermediate skill level in word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent.
• Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation.
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Assets:

• Experience with SAP, RAC budgeting software and InMagic software.
• Knowledge of social media marketing strategies, web editing and content management systems.
• Knowledge of the functions of City departments, outside boards and local community groups.
• Knowledge of Thunder Bay’s cultural and events sectors.
• Knowledge of care and conservation of various types of art; knowledge of artistic styles and mediums.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must be able to work irregular hours, and off-site as required
• Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• May be required to provide a successful driver’s record (uncertified)
• Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)

General Information:As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866

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Location

Thunder Bay, ON

Job date

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:04:47 GMT

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