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DEADLINE: June 20, 2022
The Dance Centre is seeking a Development Coordinator to plan, implement, and oversee our multilayered fundraising plan to secure the revenues and resources we need to carry out our mission and vision.
We are looking for an individual who is an excellent writer and thrives on building and maintaining relationships that are critical to a flourishing arts community, specifically dance. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will highlight the impact donors make, their critical role in supporting the development of dance in BC, and The Dance Centre as a unique cultural hub. Your focus is on developing further the mechanics of fundraising through individual campaigns and foundation grant writing, and stewarding donors and supporters. This includes developing campaigns, maintaining and analyzing data, researching/writing foundation grants, and creating and expanding on opportunities to deepen relationships with our supporters.
Essential functions of this position are to:
The successful candidate oversees and directs the work of the Development Assistant (part-time).
A high degree of collaboration with other departments including Marketing and Programming, weekly meetings with the Leadership Team and bi-weekly meetings with Operations for finance-related tasks, is required.
This is a full-time position (37hrs/week; flexible schedule Monday–Friday with some evening and weekend work as required). We are currently set to work partially from home, with a downtown office available daily. We will consider interest in a part-time/contract position.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
REMUNERATION AND COMPENSATION:
$53,000 – 58,000 per year (depending on experience). Additional benefits include:
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your resume and a signed cover letter to the attention of:
Mirna Zagar, Executive Director (Development Coordinator Position)
677 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2G6 Email executivedirector[at]thedancecentre[dot]ca
No phone calls please. We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
DEADLINE: May 30, 2022.
We are looking to recruit two new team members under the Canada Summer Jobs program:
Marketing and Program Assistant:
This position will work closely with the Programming, Marketing and Membership departments to ensure smooth delivery of programs and services.
Duties include:
· Assisting program staff with preparation for the annual Open House in September and upcoming residencies
· Supporting marketing and outreach: online listings, researching potential promotional partners, poster distribution, events, studio rental campaigns, updating the graphics library and database
· Analysing audience statistics, researching content for the website
Administrative Assistant:
This position will support the Venue Services Administrator and the venue team.
Duties include:
· Working face-to-face with clients/renters and assisting them with scheduling studio times. Intern will also be responsible for invoice creation, taking and applying payments, reconciling, and maintaining client contracts and records.
· Assisting in improving the day-to-day operations of the business by identifying areas of potential growth and strategizing solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidates will have:
· The ability to communicate effectively, with excellent written and oral English language skills
· An interest in the arts and culture sector
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
· Strong attention to detail and the desire to learn
· A friendly and engaging personality
· Previous work or volunteer experience with non-profit organizations or the arts is an asset
REQUIREMENTS:
This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program, and applicants must be:
· Between 20 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
· A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
· Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations
SCHEDULE/RENUMERATION:
· Both positions are full time term positions of 8 weeks maximum, starting no earlier than June 1 2022 and ending no later than August 31, 2022.
· Some evening and weekend shifts may be required reflecting schedules of activities.
· Remuneration: $19 per/ hour.
HOW TO APPLY:
Email admin[at]thedancecentre.ca with your resume and a cover letter.
DEADLINE: Until Filled
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Dance Centre is recognized as one of Canada’s most respected dance organizations, serving the professional dance community and public in British Columbia and operating Scotiabank Dance Centre, a unique purpose-built facility. The building is open seven days a week and sees thousands of visitors every year.
The Visitor Services Associate reports to the Venue and Operations Manager. Their role is to welcome guests, ensure they are aware of protocols and can orient themselves through the facility; take studio bookings, maintain client records, process invoices and take payments via cash, debit, and credit cards.
The Venue Services Associate works in the main lobby of Scotiabank Dance Centre. From time to time they may be required to sell tickets to events, take workshop registration, and respond to a variety of dance related queries from visitors. All duties are to be performed while providing a high level of customer service in a timely manner and with accuracy and attention to detail.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will have:
Various shifts are available (daytime, evening, weekends). Hours will vary from 0 – 20 hours per week. Schedules are set well in advance to allow you to plan ahead.
The Dance Centre is committed to providing equitable access to everyone. We actively support accessibility, anti-racism, and LGBTQ2S+ inclusion, and encourage diversity in our staff, visitors, volunteers and programming. We cultivate a safer space where all voices can be heard, valued and represented. The Dance Centre stands against hatred, discrimination, racism, homophobia and transphobia. Visitor Services Associates are expected to align with these values.
REMUNERATION:
$18 per hour plus % in lieu of benefits.
HOW TO APPLY:
Your application must include:
Please send your application to: Venue and Operations Manager
Email: admin[at]thedancecentre[dot]ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
DEADLINE: Until Filled
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Front of House (FOH) Manager attends performances and public events at the Scotiabank Dance Centre, providing customer service to the audience and overseeing their safety and comfort. The majority of events are held in the Faris Studio, however there are other locations inside and outside the building that may be used.
The FOH Manager reports primarily to the Technical Director, and at times also reports to Dance Centre staff including the Venue Services Administrator, Programming Coordinator, and Member Services. During events, the FOH Manager will collaborate directly with the Head Technician, Box Office, and the Client’s Production Crew. The FOH Manager is responsible for managing the Ushers and Bartenders during events.
The FOH Manager carries out the following duties:
The essential functions and responsibilities of this position are to:
• Represents the facility and The Dance Centre in a professional manner.
• Ensures the audience enters and exits the venue in a controlled, comfortable, and timely fashion.
• Carries out emergency procedure routines if any incident arises before, during or after an event.
• Communicates with the Head Technician, Box Office, and the Client’s Production Crew in order to determine event-specific requirements
• Orients all Ushers and briefs them in emergency procedure routines.
• Manages positioning and duties of all Ushers.
• Supervises and assists Bartenders.
• Provides service to audience members including answering inquiries, assisting people to and from their seats, aiding mobility-challenged audience members in accessing the event, and discreetly seating latecomers.
• Completes show reports for each event.
• Cleans and prepares the public areas of the venue before and after the event.
• Ensures that the appropriate liquor license and/or venue cleaning fee has been acquired or paid by the Client if there is a bar or catering.
• FOH Managers with ‘Serving it Right’ certification may also have opportunities to work as a bartender for certain events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Over 19 years of age and will possess a “Serving it Right” certificate; Prior FOH experiences is preferred; Possess exceptional customer service and people skills; Be a hardworking, ethical professional; Have experience with volunteer coordination; An ability to work calmly under pressure, handle unexpected situations and be a strong team player; Be able to climb stairs throughout the shift and from time to time be able to lift heavy supplies; Level 1 Occupational First Aid certification and Food Services certificate are assets; Availability to work day/ night and weekend/ holiday shifts is a must. Shift are an average of 4 to 6 hours.
The FOH Manager is hired as a contractor on an event-by-event basis. There is no guaranteed amount of work with this position, and hours vary depending on event schedules and requirements.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please contact admin[at]thedancecentre[dot]ca for more information.
REMUNERATION:
$18/hour