Program Delivery Specialist
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Salary range: $61,464 – $64,521
Deadline: Open until filled
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus — artists, leaders and thinkers — to unleash their creative potential.
We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as Minhrpa (translated in Stoney Nakoda as the waterfalls) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work and play, help us steward this land and honour and celebrate this place.
The Opportunity
The program delivery specialist (PDS) supports strategic and execution objectives of program design and program delivery by interpreting and operationalizing program delivery requirements for all Banff Centre programming assignments and portfolios in the arts disciplines.
Working closely with program managers and directors, the PDS provides the logistical, administrative, and operational support required for the delivery cycle of all Banff Centre programs. The PDS will interpret program needs – technical, creative, classroom design, informational design; and works closely with internal and external team(s) to secure and schedule required resources.
The PDS works with all departments, clients, teams and faculty in facilitating and organizing program delivery requirements, and in ensuring accuracy and excellence in all learning materials, platforms, and resources (print and digital).
Roles and Responsibilities
Reporting to the manager, program delivery, below are some key accountabilities:
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
- 5 or more years’ experience in project or event production environments or related experience preferably in a post- secondary or client service environment.
- Completion of University degree in related discipline such as Humanities, Arts Administration or equivalent and transferrable experience.
- Advanced InDesign and informational design skills.
- Project/production scheduling skills are essential.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams, to lead by example, to problem-solve creatively.
- Demonstrated experience working with a broad range of artist / participants and faculty.
- Effective under pressure with the adaptability to shift priorities.
- Proven project management skills with the capability to manage multiple projects.
- Exceptional advanced organizational and time management skills.
- High level of reliability and self-motivation.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products with advanced Excel skills.
- Proficient in working in an electronic, online environment with many databases.
- Familiar and competent with working in custom software programs and using internet and web-based communication methods.
- Adept at new technologies, software applications, and digital platforms.
Special Requirements
This position is subject to a rotating schedule and will include evenings and weekends. This rotating schedule is dictated by programming and programming event activity.
Employment Terms and Benefits
In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, salaried support staff position, subject to a 6-month probation period.
The salary range for this position is $61,464 – $64,521 depending on experience, based on working 40 hours per week.
The successful candidate will have access to a range of benefits through Alberta Blue Cross and will be eligible to participate in our defined benefit pension plan.
Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
- Transitional staff housing options (based on availability)
- Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health care spending account
- Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
- Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!
Application Process
We are accepting applications for the director, cultural leadership position until a suitable candidate is found.
Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record
Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
For full details and to apply visit banffcentre.ca.
