VISUAL ART PROGRAMS ASSISTANT (COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT 5) Municipality: City of Surrey This posting closed on April 30, 2010 at 4:30 PM Job ID: 10-RPT-04 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture Job Description: Surrey Art Gallery / Surrey Arts Centre (Regular Part-time – up to 28 hrs/wk – includes some evenings & weekends) Reporting to the Curator of Education and Public Programs, this is a specialized senior Community Service Assistant position, responsible for carrying out a variety of organizational, administrative and educational responsibilities related to planning, developing and implementing visual art programs at the Surrey Art Gallery. Included are courses and workshops, ceramics studio operations, art camps, public programs, outreach and events, as well as related volunteer activities. Working as part of a team, you will also assist with the day-to-day operations of related programs and services, including budget and facility operations. Duties: Duties may include: recommending, researching, developing, scheduling, implementing and evaluating courses, programs and events; identifying, recruiting, supervising and evaluating program instructors and presenters; administering budgets and contracts; maintaining statistics on programs, attendance, revenue and expenses; and writing reports; liaising with program participants; liaising with administration staff regarding registration, scheduling, customer service and set up for related programs; writing promotional materials and working with marketing staff to develop marketing plans and materials; liaising with the volunteer coordinator to identify program volunteer needs and assisting with volunteer orientation and supervision; and working with community groups and individuals to develop, deliver or facilitate programs and services. Educational Requirements: Applicants must have a degree/diploma in the area of art education, visual arts, or a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible experience in the area of specialty, including supervision, or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience. Skill Requirements: Experience in developing, administrating and presenting courses and programs in art education is preferred. Applicants must have a valid BC driver’s license, Emergency First Aid certificate with CPR, and be able to successfully pass a Criminal Record Check. We are seeking individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic arts environment and thrive in situations requiring adaptability to change and meeting deadlines. The successful candidate will be a creative, detail-oriented individual with (deleted strong) knowledge and experience in art education theories and practices; a broad knowledge of visual art, including ceramics; strong oral and written communication skills; solid administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills, effective problem-solving skills and will have the ability to work both independently and within a team. Address: 14245 - 56th Avenue Surrey, British Columbia V3X 3A2, Canada E-mail: Fax: Opening Date: February 16, 2010 08:30 AM Closing Date: April 30, 2010 04:30 PM *If you are a team player who thrives in a challenging environment please visit us on-line. City of Opportunity. Progress Through Diversity. The City of Surrey wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advises that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Back