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Welcome to Harbourfront Centre's online resource for employment opportunities. Simply click on the title of each position listed below for further information. Specific application instructions can be found within each job posting.
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Security Guard -Job Ref. #19J039
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Security Guard
Site Operations & Services
Job Ref. #19J039-ET
Number of Vacancies: 10
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront.
For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating thousands of events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft & design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
Currently an employment opportunity exists in our Security Department for Security Guards. Reporting to both the on-duty Shift Supervisor and Manager of Security and Life Safety this position will be responsible for the safety and security of Harbourfront Centre property, buildings, staff, and visitors.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Patrol property, secure buildings and take appropriate action to resolve existing or potential security/ safety/ loss prevention problems.
Completes their personal employee memo book, recording incidents and security activities while on shift. As directed, maintains log of security activities for insurance/ legal purposes when required.
Investigates all disturbances on the property including - but not limited to - trespass, theft, fire/ intruder alarms, missing persons, and determines the necessary response. Writes and distributes reports as necessary to follow-up the situation.
Provide first aid to visitors or staff when required.
Employ use of force techniques and strategies in accordance with training and company policy as required.
In the absence of the Shift DSO, performs duties of the DSO in an acting capacity, as assigned by the Security Manager
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of security methods and procedures normally acquired through a minimum of 1-2 years of related experience, and/or education
Knowledge of security/ safety equipment such as portable radios, CCTV, alarm systems, fire safety equipment is required
Strong verbal communication skills are needed when dealing tactfully with a wide variety of people including visitors and staff
Excellent written communication skills are required for report writing and various correspondence.
A valid emergency and/or standard first aid/CPR certificate and a valid Ontario Driver's License (class G) is an asset
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Ontario Security License.
Proven ability to work unsupervised.
Hours: Rotating fixed shifts of 12 hours
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing until further notice
Interested applicants should FORWARD resume QUOTING JOB REF # 19J039-ET to:
EMAIL: security@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Security Guard
Site Operations & Services
Job Ref. #19J039-ET
Number of Vacancies: 10
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront.
For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating thousands of events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft & design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
Currently an employment opportunity exists in our Security Department for Security Guards. Reporting to both the on-duty Shift Supervisor and Manager of Security and Life Safety this position will be responsible for the safety and security of Harbourfront Centre property, buildings, staff, and visitors.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Patrol property, secure buildings and take appropriate action to resolve existing or potential security/ safety/ loss prevention problems.
Completes their personal employee memo book, recording incidents and security activities while on shift. As directed, maintains log of security activities for insurance/ legal purposes when required.
Investigates all disturbances on the property including - but not limited to - trespass, theft, fire/ intruder alarms, missing persons, and determines the necessary response. Writes and distributes reports as necessary to follow-up the situation.
Provide first aid to visitors or staff when required.
Employ use of force techniques and strategies in accordance with training and company policy as required.
In the absence of the Shift DSO, performs duties of the DSO in an acting capacity, as assigned by the Security Manager
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of security methods and procedures normally acquired through a minimum of 1-2 years of related experience, and/or education
Knowledge of security/ safety equipment such as portable radios, CCTV, alarm systems, fire safety equipment is required
Strong verbal communication skills are needed when dealing tactfully with a wide variety of people including visitors and staff
Excellent written communication skills are required for report writing and various correspondence.
A valid emergency and/or standard first aid/CPR certificate and a valid Ontario Driver's License (class G) is an asset
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Ontario Security License.
Proven ability to work unsupervised.
Hours: Rotating fixed shifts of 12 hours
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing until further notice
Interested applicants should FORWARD resume QUOTING JOB REF # 19J039-ET to:
EMAIL: security@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Camps Admin Assistant -Job Ref. # 19SM019
HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
Employment Opportunity Harbourfront Centre Camps
Camps Admin Assistant
Job Ref. # 19SM019-AA_Camps-ET
Number of vacancies: 1
Harbourfront Centre is an innovative, non-profit cultural organization which provides internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture, education and recreation, all within a collection of distinctive venues in the heart of Toronto's downtown waterfront. Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Camps, one of Torontos most diverse and creative day camps.
Please visit: www.harbourfrontcentre.com/camps for more camp information
MAJOR DUTIES:
Provide high-level customer service to visitors and patrons in the form of answering phones, email correspondence and reception services;
Perform general office duties which may include, but is not limited to: data entry, filing, assisting with the registration process, sharing program information, following up with customer concerns and/or incidents;
Additional duties as required in support of Camp Office operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous administrative experience in dynamic office environment
Enrolment in or completion of post-secondary degree in Arts or Office Administration an asset
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong customer service skill
Strong computer skills in MS Office Suite
Police Reference and Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to June 19th, 2019
Experience with CampBrain software an asset
Previous summer camp experience an asset
Current First Aid & CPR-C an asset
DURATION & HOURS: Training: May 13th to May 31st, 2019 1 day/week (7 Hours)
Training: June 3rd to June 28th, 2019 Mon-Fri -8:00am-4:00pm (35 Hours)
Attendance Coordinator: July 2nd to Aug 30th, 2019 Mon-Fri- 8:30am-4:30pm (35 Hours)
Front of House: July 2nd to Aug 30th, 2019 Mon-Fri -10:30am-6:30pm (35 Hours)
WAGE: $17.00/hour
DEADLINE: April 26, 2019
Interested applicants should quote JOB REF. # 19SM018-AA_Camps-ET in the Email Subject Line and Cover Letter, and FORWARD their resume to:
EMAIL: campjobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
ATTN: Rankin Middlebrook, Manager, Recreational Learning
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Employment Opportunity Harbourfront Centre Camps
Camps Admin Assistant
Job Ref. # 19SM019-AA_Camps-ET
Number of vacancies: 1
Harbourfront Centre is an innovative, non-profit cultural organization which provides internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture, education and recreation, all within a collection of distinctive venues in the heart of Toronto's downtown waterfront. Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Camps, one of Torontos most diverse and creative day camps.
Please visit: www.harbourfrontcentre.com/camps for more camp information
MAJOR DUTIES:
Provide high-level customer service to visitors and patrons in the form of answering phones, email correspondence and reception services;
Perform general office duties which may include, but is not limited to: data entry, filing, assisting with the registration process, sharing program information, following up with customer concerns and/or incidents;
Additional duties as required in support of Camp Office operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous administrative experience in dynamic office environment
Enrolment in or completion of post-secondary degree in Arts or Office Administration an asset
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong customer service skill
Strong computer skills in MS Office Suite
Police Reference and Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to June 19th, 2019
Experience with CampBrain software an asset
Previous summer camp experience an asset
Current First Aid & CPR-C an asset
DURATION & HOURS: Training: May 13th to May 31st, 2019 1 day/week (7 Hours)
Training: June 3rd to June 28th, 2019 Mon-Fri -8:00am-4:00pm (35 Hours)
Attendance Coordinator: July 2nd to Aug 30th, 2019 Mon-Fri- 8:30am-4:30pm (35 Hours)
Front of House: July 2nd to Aug 30th, 2019 Mon-Fri -10:30am-6:30pm (35 Hours)
WAGE: $17.00/hour
DEADLINE: April 26, 2019
Interested applicants should quote JOB REF. # 19SM018-AA_Camps-ET in the Email Subject Line and Cover Letter, and FORWARD their resume to:
EMAIL: campjobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
ATTN: Rankin Middlebrook, Manager, Recreational Learning
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Cultural Events Assistant Trainee-Job Ref#19FC08
Job Ref#19FC08
Number of vacancies: 1
As this position is based on a grant, the candidate must identify as from a First Nation, Mιtis or Inuit background. Must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
Position Title: Cultural Events Assistant Trainee
Department: Cultural Engagement
Reporting to: Director, Cultural Engagement
Direct reports: N/A
Type of Employment: Contract- May 15, 2019 March 31, 2020
Currently an employment opportunity exists in our Cultural Engagement Department for a full time Cultural Events Assistant Trainee on a contract basis. This position reports to the Director, Cultural Engagement and is responsible in assisting Festival team with administrative tasks including Artist Services support.
Major Responsibilities Include:
Works directly with the Artist Services Lead and the Cultural Engagement team. Will assist the Artist Services Coordinator with all the operational logistics for the festivals including transportation arrangements, accommodation arrangements and hospitality requirements for the festivals.
Supports the Associate Producer in drawing up contracts for artists and gathering information from artists such as bios, payment information and other materials for marketing purposes.
Provides administrative support such as contract execution, financial reconciliations and volunteer requests.
Attends meetings for events with production staff. Takes minutes and action items as required.
Consolidates and distributes interdepartmental documents (marketing materials, production schedules and more).
Assists with the management of projects on site including festival set up and strike when needed.
Generates thank you letters for the artists, partners and consulates involved in the festival and assists with post-project evaluations.
Works with the Director, Cultural Engagement with specific research initiatives.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Completion of post-secondary degree in arts, event management or related field.
Previous administrative experience in an office setting.
Previous event experience.
Availability to work weekends and evenings including ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Excellent communication skills, including phone calls.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Strong computer skills in Word, Excel and database management.
Deadline: April 30th, 2019
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter (in one document)
E-mail: mking@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Number of vacancies: 1
As this position is based on a grant, the candidate must identify as from a First Nation, Mιtis or Inuit background. Must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
Position Title: Cultural Events Assistant Trainee
Department: Cultural Engagement
Reporting to: Director, Cultural Engagement
Direct reports: N/A
Type of Employment: Contract- May 15, 2019 March 31, 2020
Currently an employment opportunity exists in our Cultural Engagement Department for a full time Cultural Events Assistant Trainee on a contract basis. This position reports to the Director, Cultural Engagement and is responsible in assisting Festival team with administrative tasks including Artist Services support.
Major Responsibilities Include:
Works directly with the Artist Services Lead and the Cultural Engagement team. Will assist the Artist Services Coordinator with all the operational logistics for the festivals including transportation arrangements, accommodation arrangements and hospitality requirements for the festivals.
Supports the Associate Producer in drawing up contracts for artists and gathering information from artists such as bios, payment information and other materials for marketing purposes.
Provides administrative support such as contract execution, financial reconciliations and volunteer requests.
Attends meetings for events with production staff. Takes minutes and action items as required.
Consolidates and distributes interdepartmental documents (marketing materials, production schedules and more).
Assists with the management of projects on site including festival set up and strike when needed.
Generates thank you letters for the artists, partners and consulates involved in the festival and assists with post-project evaluations.
Works with the Director, Cultural Engagement with specific research initiatives.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Completion of post-secondary degree in arts, event management or related field.
Previous administrative experience in an office setting.
Previous event experience.
Availability to work weekends and evenings including ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Excellent communication skills, including phone calls.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Strong computer skills in Word, Excel and database management.
Deadline: April 30th, 2019
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter (in one document)
E-mail: mking@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
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Development Assistant Trainee
HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
Employment Opportunity
Development Assistant Trainee
Contract Position
Number of vacancies: 1
As this position is based on a grant, the candidate must identify as from a First Nation, Mιtis or Inuit background.
Must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.
Reporting to the Senior Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships, the Development Assistant Trainee will work with the Development (Corporate Partnerships) team to aid in the servicing of Harbourfront Centre corporate partners. Working closely with Harbourfront Centre staff and external sponsorship representatives, this position will assist with the servicing of client and partner needs leading up to and during events and campaigns including but not limited to: helping with sponsor fulfillment by servicing corporate partners, helping with donor fulfillment, corporate and foundational grant applications, community giving and reporting on development partner activities. This position will require some evening and weekend work as well as within an office environment during regular business hours.
Major Responsibilities Include:
Represent Harbourfront Centre as an ambassador of the Development Department;
Act as one of the main contacts for sponsors and partners during festivals and events ;
Work during major events and festivals to ensure that all partners are satisfied, troubleshooting any problems that may arise and communicating their concerns and needs with internal staff.
Assist with on-site activation support and sponsor servicing with internal and external stakeholders from pre-event set-up through to post-event teardown and reporting, troubleshooting any problems that may arise;
Support Development Department events and initiatives; including revenue generation;
Assist in community giving campaigns and support community-based fundraising at events;
Assist with Corporate Partnerships team administration, including: preparation of detailed event outlines and reports, coordinating logistics, sourcing supplies, call briefing notes and call reports, managing internal photo database and updating the Development Team on the status of each program and activations success;
Assist in the documentation and reporting processes of partners activities at Harbourfront Centre Support funder cultivation and solicitation through preparation of: Prospect and donor profiles, Sponsorship and corporate philanthropy proposals; Grant applications;
Work with other departments such as Marketing, Production, Site Services and Community Engagement to deliver exceptional partnership experiences on-site and in-office;
Work with Development Officers to support the delivery of exceptional client servicing of Harbourfront Centre corporate partners and donors receive excellent servicing and philanthropic opportunities are maximized
Assist the Development Department with additional prospect research, reporting, tracking and data entry as required.
Qualifications:
Work experience in the not-for-profit environment, preferably in arts and culture;
Experience in a public facing customer service experience is a requirement ;
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills are required to respond to difficult situations and requests with tact and diplomacy
The successful candidate must have strong research and organizational skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work well under pressure and be able to organize/complete multiple tasks within tight deadlines
Must be computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Database software experience is an asset.
Ability to work outdoors and during live events is a necessity
A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and a passion and interest in the arts is essential
Able to work a fluctuating schedule, including evenings, weekends and weekdays
Must be comfortable and capable of lifting heavy objects (up to 20lbs)
Strong command of the English language with additional language skills an asset
An educational background/interest in arts and culture, marketing, communications, or other related field is a strong asset
Supervision and Mentorship:
The Development Assistant Trainee will be supervised by the Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships. The Development Officer, in conjunction with the Senior Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships will continually monitor and communicate with the successful candidate providing constructive feedback for professional development. In the first month, the Development Assistant will shadow the supervisor to integrate them into the position. Goals and objectives will be agreed upon and a mutually beneficial mentorship plan will be developed. As the contract progresses, the incumbent will accumulate more responsibility within a team environment. Problem solving, time management, customer service and volunteer management skills will be harnessed and developed while receiving consistent mentorship from the team. Specific skills related to researching methods and report writing will be developed through coaching within the office work environment. Regular check-ins and ongoing scenario and site training will ensure the Development Assistant Trainee has new and improved confidence, skills and experience.
Period of Employment: May 15, 2019 March 27, 2020
Deadline: April 30, 2019
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter (in one document)
E-mail: mmclean@harbourfrontcentre.com
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Graphic Designer-Job Ref#19F05
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Graphic Designer
Department: Marketing, Creative Services
Reporting to: Director Creative Services
Direct reports: None
Key Relationships: Designers, Marketing team, Production Specialist
Type of Employment: Full Time
Summary of Function:
We are looking for a visual master storyteller who can express our institutional narrative through compelling design that inspires and influences millions of arts and culture aficionados, visitors and supporters of our non-profit. Beyond your proficiency in design, love of typography, and an intuition for user experience, you are driven to create memorable work and enhance the function it serves - be it responsive design for the web, or award-winning festival posters. Ultimately, you are a problem solver, with an eye for details that matter and a passion to come up with innovative solutions to make things (website, email and direct mail, visual brand ID) better. Finally, to be good, you need to be great at managing your creative process. We are a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team that is constantly communicating our message, programs and events across all media and platforms. If this sounds like the playground you want to play in, we want to hear from you.
DUTIES:
Design/ Content Development
Develop, design and produce campaign assets to support brand creative guidelines across various media and platforms (digital and print)
Design creative components of digital programs, including, but not limited to, web, email, social media, display and other online formats
Help define the overall graphic identity of new programmatic and institutional campaigns including festivals and corporate brand identity
Communications & Coordination
Collaborate with marketing team and the wider business teams to ideate, develop creative aligned with wider marketing messages and ensure content is used effectively
Balance and manage workload according to established department priorities
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff is required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
2-4 years related experience (agency or client-side) including a focus on digital
Strong visual design, design thinking and illustration skills
Experience developing, presenting and executing visual concepts, designs and design systems
Extensive knowledge and working experience of Adobe Creative Cloud programs: Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Experience in digital/web production and design, with experience in user interface design and an understanding of HTML and CSS techniques, Google Web Designer, and Adobe Dreamweaver
Excellent design, production and prepress skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
Strong prioritizing, problem-solving, presentation, communication and presentation skills
Post-secondary degree or diploma in Graphic Design preferred
Desirable Criteria
Experience in motion graphics and text animation is a plus
Acceptable Applications must include:
A current resume
A cover letter including salary expectations and responses indicating how you meet the essential criteria
A link to a portfolio or website
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: June 03, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19F05-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Graphic Designer
Department: Marketing, Creative Services
Reporting to: Director Creative Services
Direct reports: None
Key Relationships: Designers, Marketing team, Production Specialist
Type of Employment: Full Time
Summary of Function:
We are looking for a visual master storyteller who can express our institutional narrative through compelling design that inspires and influences millions of arts and culture aficionados, visitors and supporters of our non-profit. Beyond your proficiency in design, love of typography, and an intuition for user experience, you are driven to create memorable work and enhance the function it serves - be it responsive design for the web, or award-winning festival posters. Ultimately, you are a problem solver, with an eye for details that matter and a passion to come up with innovative solutions to make things (website, email and direct mail, visual brand ID) better. Finally, to be good, you need to be great at managing your creative process. We are a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team that is constantly communicating our message, programs and events across all media and platforms. If this sounds like the playground you want to play in, we want to hear from you.
DUTIES:
Design/ Content Development
Develop, design and produce campaign assets to support brand creative guidelines across various media and platforms (digital and print)
Design creative components of digital programs, including, but not limited to, web, email, social media, display and other online formats
Help define the overall graphic identity of new programmatic and institutional campaigns including festivals and corporate brand identity
Communications & Coordination
Collaborate with marketing team and the wider business teams to ideate, develop creative aligned with wider marketing messages and ensure content is used effectively
Balance and manage workload according to established department priorities
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff is required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
2-4 years related experience (agency or client-side) including a focus on digital
Strong visual design, design thinking and illustration skills
Experience developing, presenting and executing visual concepts, designs and design systems
Extensive knowledge and working experience of Adobe Creative Cloud programs: Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Experience in digital/web production and design, with experience in user interface design and an understanding of HTML and CSS techniques, Google Web Designer, and Adobe Dreamweaver
Excellent design, production and prepress skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
Strong prioritizing, problem-solving, presentation, communication and presentation skills
Post-secondary degree or diploma in Graphic Design preferred
Desirable Criteria
Experience in motion graphics and text animation is a plus
Acceptable Applications must include:
A current resume
A cover letter including salary expectations and responses indicating how you meet the essential criteria
A link to a portfolio or website
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: June 03, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19F05-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee-Job Ref#19FC07
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee
Department: Education
Reporting to: Manager, School Visits
Key Relationships: Manager, Recreational Learning, Education Officers, PT Educators, Registrar, School Visits
Type of Employment: Contract
Period of Employment: ASAP-March 31, 2020
As this position is based on a grant the candidate must identify as from a First Nation, Mιtis or Inuit background.
Must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.
Summary of Function:
Reporting to the Manager, School Visits, this position will work collaboratively with the full and part time Education team to review Indigenous content throughout our Education programs. The daily expectations for this position will be to support all administrative and programming tasks of the School Visits team, including program registration, materials preparation and program delivery. As the candidate becomes more familiar with our routines and programs, a critical lens to program renewal within existing School Visits programs will be required. In addition, the development of a new, Indigenous Arts program that fits within the overall programming framework of School Visits will be proposed. This position will also work with the Recreational Learning team to support program development for an Indigenous Arts-focused camp program for implementation in Summer 2019 and/or March Break 2020.
DUTIES
Planning & Execution
Supports the daily delivery of School Visits program, including shadowing, training and if comfortable, teaching of programs.
Work with the School Visits team on an Indigenous Arts program (visual or performing arts as determined by comfort level and prior knowledge of successful candidate)
Work with the Recreational Learning team to develop an Indigenous Arts camp program for implementation in Summer 2019 and/or March Break 2020
Assist other team members as required
Content Development
Develop training resources, including the delivery of professional development training sessions focused on Indigenous Arts practices and/or teaching Indigenous content for all Education staff members
Customer Service
Provide exceptional customer service to all visiting school groups, teachers, students, campers and/or camp families;
Support the Registrar, School Visits in processing of School Visits registrations .
Communications
Maintain a weekly Indigenous news email to internal staff members, highlighting current events, activities and topics in the media;
Liaise with departments and outside groups to support implementation and renewal of Education programs with Indigenous content
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
Post-secondary education focusing on Education and/or the Arts, or relevant work experience in an Education setting.
2-years experience in a comparable role in an arts related not-profit organization.
Strong oral and written communication skills for all applications
Superior organizational, time and project management skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work in a team environment
Efforts
Job involves freedom of movement- standing, sitting, walking
Job involves occasionally lifting boxes
Job may require prolonged periods of time at a desk with the regular efforts of an office environment
Working Conditions
Works with deadlines and varying schedules.
Working conditions are a normal office environment with the usual risks and discomforts, no special safety precautions required
Working conditions may include overtime, and could require weekend work. Work schedule will be adjusted accordingly.
Deadline: April 30th, 2019
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter (in one document)
E-mail: twalker@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
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Marine Service Crew-Job Ref#19J097
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre campus at the heart of Torontos waterfront.
For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Marine Service Crew
Department: Site Operations
Reporting to: Manager, Marine Services
Wage: Based on level of experience $17-19 per hour
Contract terms: Immediately and on a 6 month contract
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION
Installs and maintains floating docks, Marine Safety equipment and Marine electrical and mechanical facilities.
Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems, and safety concerns.
Assists with Marine programs as required.
Operates responsibly and safely with Harbourfront work boats, vehicles, heavy equipment.
Assists with the mooring of visiting ships.
Works with the Marine Crew Lead Hand on installation of new facilities.
Ensures all water lots at Harbourfront are free of debris, garbage and seaweed on a daily basis.
Replace worn, damaged, or defective dock boards, posts/rails and all related equipment.
Inspect marina, docks, piers, and reports all necessary repairs.
Work Health and Safety (WH&S)
All members of staff are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential Criteria
Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and heavy duty equipment.
Experience with electrical systems and the loads that can be placed on them.
Knowledge of carpentry, metal work, fiberglass repairs and welding.
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Previous work experience on outboard engines, in a shop base or marina
based environment
Ability to swim, and a strong understanding of water safety
Must have a valid G license
Education & Experience
High school education
Desirable Criteria
Marine technologies education background an asset
Forklift license and asset
Certified first aid/CPR an asset
Working conditions
Job involves freedom of movement
Working conditions often involve a dirty environment and extreme temperatures. There is occasional air contamination, intense noise and exposure to dangerous situations
Job involves multiple deadlines, priorities and simultaneous demands
Job involves periods of overtime
Work schedule varies, weekdays, evenings and weekends
Acceptable Applications must include:
A current resume
Responses indicating how you meet the essential criteria above
Qualified applicants are invited to apply by: April 18th, 2019
Please quote Job Reference #19J97-ET to:
E-mail: kmartens@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Power Youth Coordinator-Job Ref#19FC04
The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery is Canadas leading public gallery devoted exclusively to the art of our time and is recognized as an important centre for contemporary art in North America and in the world. Over the past 32 years, its reputation for presenting cutting edge exhibitions, superior catalogues and editions, and challenging special events has remained unparalleled. Presenting contemporary art by living artists of local, national, and international stature, The Power Plant's mission is to present and disseminate the best contemporary art in all and any media within Harbourfront Centre and offsite through partnerships in Toronto, Canada and abroad.
Harbourfront Centreis a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Power Youth Coordinator
Department: The Power Plant (TPP)
Reporting to: Curator of Education & Public Programming
Direct reports: Power Youth Teaching Assistant
Key Relationships: Curator of Education & Public Programs, Power Youth Teaching Assistant, Grants & Sponsorship Officer, Marketing & Communications Officer, Harbourfront Centre staff
Wage: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Type of Employment: Contract Full-time (35 hours per week) from 3 June 2019 to 31 May 2020
Summary of Function:
This position plays a fundamental role developing and implementing youth outreach programs at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery. Under the supervision of The Curator of Education & Public Programs, key responsibilities include coordinating all administrative aspects of the Power Youth program including communicating with external partners, interviewing and contracting artists, ordering supplies, scheduling transportation, organizing a year-end exhibition/showcase. The Power Youth Coordinator also supervises the Power Youth Assistant. The Power Youth Coordinator is required to be on-site at select community partner locations to ensure seamless operation, documentation of programs, and to confirm program goals are being met. This position is also responsible for preparing evaluation reports for each program cycle to inform key stakeholders of Power Youth activities, and assisting as needed in grant applications to secure future program funding.
DUTIES
Program Coordination & Administration
Developing program plans/ schedules and budget for each Power Youth cycle; tracking program expenses; filing program material; ordering art supplies; organizing field trips to the gallery (and/or other sites).
Writing and posting artist-in-residence call for proposals; collecting and reviewing proposals for each program cycle; coordinating the interview process; participating in the selection of the successful candidates; preparing and collecting artist contracts; issuing cheque requisitions; and, maintaining communication between contracted artists, TPP, and community partners.
Supervising the Power Youth Teaching Assistant in their daily tasks.
Working with TPP Marketing & Communications, Harbourfront Centre Production & Visual Arts, and independent contractors to produce and market the annual Power Youth spring exhibition/showcase.
Facilitating Off-site Programming
Maintaining communication with community partners, preparing and collecting youth participation permission slips.
Ensuring Power Youth Assistant helps Artist-In-Residence with set up and delivery of program to youth, documents weekly program sessions, provides youth with snacks and refreshments
Planning and organizing one (or more) events or exhibitions for Fall and Winter program cycles.
Coordinating regular documentation of the programs through observations, and photo/video documentation.
Program Evaluation and Reporting
Coordinating an external evaluator to evaluate the effectiveness and success of OTF Grow Grant activities.
Compiling information and data to write an Annual Report to be designed by an independent graphic designer to be shared with youth, partners, staff, funders and other key stakeholders.
Provide reports/updates to Grants & Sponsorship Officer and/or Curator of Education & Public Programs, as needed
Grant Writing Support
Providing support and content to the Grants & Sponsorship Officer and Curator of Education & Public Programs when writing grants to secure future program funding.
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff members are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
Job requires a Bachelors degree in Art Education, Fine Arts or related field
Job knowledge and skills are normally acquired through a minimum of 2 years of experience in an arts organization, preferably non-profit
Job requires experience in gallery or museum education programming
Job requires previous experience working well with youth participants
Job requires an understanding of contemporary visual arts
Job requires the ability to organize and plan multiple and simultaneous activities, under pressure and to various deadlines
Job requires strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to conduct staff training and lead informative/interpretive discussions with youth participants
Job requires effective written communication skills for effective email correspondence, concise reports, and program documentation
Job requires the ability to train and coordinate staff/contractors
Job requires strong computer skills, familiarity with budgets, and technical aptitude to operate office equipment (computers, Fax)
Job requires attention to detail
Job requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Job requires ability to maintain confidential information
Job requires proven ability to lead and supervise staff
Job requires Standard First Aid and CPR Training
Job requires Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
Job involves travel to offsite locations 2-3 days per week.
Job sometimes involves overtime.
Desirable Criteria
Masters degree in Art Education, Fine Arts or related field
3+ years administrative experience in an arts organization, preferably non-profit
Acceptable Applications must include:
A current resume
A cover letter including salary expectations and indicating how you meet the essential criteria
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: April 19th, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19FC04-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Harbourfront Centreis a leader in providing internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture and recreation across a stunning 10-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 40 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating over 4000 events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design to sailing lessons.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Power Youth Coordinator
Department: The Power Plant (TPP)
Reporting to: Curator of Education & Public Programming
Direct reports: Power Youth Teaching Assistant
Key Relationships: Curator of Education & Public Programs, Power Youth Teaching Assistant, Grants & Sponsorship Officer, Marketing & Communications Officer, Harbourfront Centre staff
Wage: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Type of Employment: Contract Full-time (35 hours per week) from 3 June 2019 to 31 May 2020
Summary of Function:
This position plays a fundamental role developing and implementing youth outreach programs at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery. Under the supervision of The Curator of Education & Public Programs, key responsibilities include coordinating all administrative aspects of the Power Youth program including communicating with external partners, interviewing and contracting artists, ordering supplies, scheduling transportation, organizing a year-end exhibition/showcase. The Power Youth Coordinator also supervises the Power Youth Assistant. The Power Youth Coordinator is required to be on-site at select community partner locations to ensure seamless operation, documentation of programs, and to confirm program goals are being met. This position is also responsible for preparing evaluation reports for each program cycle to inform key stakeholders of Power Youth activities, and assisting as needed in grant applications to secure future program funding.
DUTIES
Program Coordination & Administration
Developing program plans/ schedules and budget for each Power Youth cycle; tracking program expenses; filing program material; ordering art supplies; organizing field trips to the gallery (and/or other sites).
Writing and posting artist-in-residence call for proposals; collecting and reviewing proposals for each program cycle; coordinating the interview process; participating in the selection of the successful candidates; preparing and collecting artist contracts; issuing cheque requisitions; and, maintaining communication between contracted artists, TPP, and community partners.
Supervising the Power Youth Teaching Assistant in their daily tasks.
Working with TPP Marketing & Communications, Harbourfront Centre Production & Visual Arts, and independent contractors to produce and market the annual Power Youth spring exhibition/showcase.
Facilitating Off-site Programming
Maintaining communication with community partners, preparing and collecting youth participation permission slips.
Ensuring Power Youth Assistant helps Artist-In-Residence with set up and delivery of program to youth, documents weekly program sessions, provides youth with snacks and refreshments
Planning and organizing one (or more) events or exhibitions for Fall and Winter program cycles.
Coordinating regular documentation of the programs through observations, and photo/video documentation.
Program Evaluation and Reporting
Coordinating an external evaluator to evaluate the effectiveness and success of OTF Grow Grant activities.
Compiling information and data to write an Annual Report to be designed by an independent graphic designer to be shared with youth, partners, staff, funders and other key stakeholders.
Provide reports/updates to Grants & Sponsorship Officer and/or Curator of Education & Public Programs, as needed
Grant Writing Support
Providing support and content to the Grants & Sponsorship Officer and Curator of Education & Public Programs when writing grants to secure future program funding.
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff members are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
Job requires a Bachelors degree in Art Education, Fine Arts or related field
Job knowledge and skills are normally acquired through a minimum of 2 years of experience in an arts organization, preferably non-profit
Job requires experience in gallery or museum education programming
Job requires previous experience working well with youth participants
Job requires an understanding of contemporary visual arts
Job requires the ability to organize and plan multiple and simultaneous activities, under pressure and to various deadlines
Job requires strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to conduct staff training and lead informative/interpretive discussions with youth participants
Job requires effective written communication skills for effective email correspondence, concise reports, and program documentation
Job requires the ability to train and coordinate staff/contractors
Job requires strong computer skills, familiarity with budgets, and technical aptitude to operate office equipment (computers, Fax)
Job requires attention to detail
Job requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Job requires ability to maintain confidential information
Job requires proven ability to lead and supervise staff
Job requires Standard First Aid and CPR Training
Job requires Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
Job involves travel to offsite locations 2-3 days per week.
Job sometimes involves overtime.
Desirable Criteria
Masters degree in Art Education, Fine Arts or related field
3+ years administrative experience in an arts organization, preferably non-profit
Acceptable Applications must include:
A current resume
A cover letter including salary expectations and indicating how you meet the essential criteria
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: April 19th, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19FC04-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
SUMMER CAMP COURIER/ADMIN ASSISTANT -Job Ref. #19SM001
HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
Employment Opportunity Harbourfront Centre Camps
SUMMER CAMP COURIER/ADMIN ASSISTANT
Job Ref. #19SM001R
Number of Vacancies: 1
Harbourfront Centre, on Toronto's waterfront, is an innovative non-profit cultural organization which creates, for a diverse public, events and activities of excellence that enliven, educate and entertain. Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Summer Camps, one of Toronto's largest, most diverse and creative day camps.
Please visit: www.harbourfrontcentre.com/camps for a detailed description of our camps
DUTIES:
Responsible for the pick up and delivery of supplies
Responsible for the transportation of campers and staff
Responsible for the management of camps merchandise
Responsible for collating orders, maintaining inventory, distributing merchandise and providing sales support for purchases.
Perform general office duties such as answering phone calls, responding to e-mails, data entry, camper registration, faxing and filing
Provide superior customer service
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 21 years of age prior to July 3, 2019
Must possess valid G class drivers license with a clean driving abstract
Able to lift heavy items (as required)
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong computer skills in Word, Excel and database management
Previous camp experience an asset
Police Reference with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to June 10th, 2019.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications considered an asset
Energetic, enthusiastic and responsible
Enjoy working with children
DURATION: June 10th, 2019 to Aug 30th , 2019
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (35 Hours)
WAGE: $17.00/hour
DEADLINE: May 3rd, 2019
Interested applicants should QUOTE Job Ref. #19SM001R-Courier/Admin Assistant in the Email subject line and cover letter, and FORWARD their resume to:
EMAIL: campjobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
ATTN: Rankin Middlebrook, Manager Recreational Learning
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
Employment Opportunity Harbourfront Centre Camps
SUMMER CAMP COURIER/ADMIN ASSISTANT
Job Ref. #19SM001R
Number of Vacancies: 1
Harbourfront Centre, on Toronto's waterfront, is an innovative non-profit cultural organization which creates, for a diverse public, events and activities of excellence that enliven, educate and entertain. Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Summer Camps, one of Toronto's largest, most diverse and creative day camps.
Please visit: www.harbourfrontcentre.com/camps for a detailed description of our camps
DUTIES:
Responsible for the pick up and delivery of supplies
Responsible for the transportation of campers and staff
Responsible for the management of camps merchandise
Responsible for collating orders, maintaining inventory, distributing merchandise and providing sales support for purchases.
Perform general office duties such as answering phone calls, responding to e-mails, data entry, camper registration, faxing and filing
Provide superior customer service
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 21 years of age prior to July 3, 2019
Must possess valid G class drivers license with a clean driving abstract
Able to lift heavy items (as required)
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong computer skills in Word, Excel and database management
Previous camp experience an asset
Police Reference with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to June 10th, 2019.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications considered an asset
Energetic, enthusiastic and responsible
Enjoy working with children
DURATION: June 10th, 2019 to Aug 30th , 2019
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (35 Hours)
WAGE: $17.00/hour
DEADLINE: May 3rd, 2019
Interested applicants should QUOTE Job Ref. #19SM001R-Courier/Admin Assistant in the Email subject line and cover letter, and FORWARD their resume to:
EMAIL: campjobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
ATTN: Rankin Middlebrook, Manager Recreational Learning
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
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