CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MILTON
MANAGER, CULTURAL SERVICES
Community Services Department
Nestled within the scenic Niagara Escarpment, the Town of Milton is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Ontario. The Milton Centre for Arts is currently under construction and is scheduled to have a spring 2011 opening. This new state-of-the art facility will include a 500-seat theatre, large auditorium, 2 art studios, an art gallery and will be home to the 30,000 square foot Milton Public Library Main Branch.
Position Summary
The Community Services Department requires an individual with business management experience within a theatre setting to assume the full-time position of Manager, Cultural Services. This seasoned professional will provide leadership for the overall business operation and management of the Milton Centre for the Arts, and oversee all programs and services related to arts and culture for the Town of Milton.
Major Job Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, Community Services, this dynamic leader is responsible for the full range of planning, delivery and operation for all aspects of the newly created Arts & Culture Division, including direct responsibility for the operation of the Milton Centre for the Arts (MCA).
The position is responsible for the management, administration, operation and artistic programming of the Theatre, as well as the full range of planning, delivery and operation of all arts programs and services within the Division. The incumbent will provide leadership and direction for full-time and part-time staff, along with a volunteer core. The position is responsible for managing the physical, human and financial resources of the MCA in accordance with established Town policies and procedures. Given the creation of the new Division, the incumbent will work with all members of the Community Services Department Management Team to develop policies and procedures specific to the MCA, and further to support the activities and programs of the Division. The Manager is responsible and accountable for ensuring that the MCA achieves its artistic and business objectives, oversees program strategy and artistic direction, community relations and long range planning. Finally, this creative visionary must be able to demonstrate an excellence in the arts, conference management, marketing, fundraising, business acumen and efficient facility management.
Education and Experience
Applicants should have a Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years progressive experience in the planning, delivery and operation of municipal theatres. Experience in offering a full range of community programs, in cooperation with volunteer groups and individuals is preferred. Excellent communication skills, business planning knowledge and expertise, strong organizational skills and comfortable working within a fast-paced environment is essential.
Salary Range: $82,108 to $103,635
Interested applicants should submit a resume by August 19, 2010 to:
Town of Milton, Department of Corporate Services,
150 Mary Street, Milton, ON L9T 6Z5
Attention: Coordinator, Human Resources
Fax: (905) 875-5414
E-mail: humanresources@milton.ca
For more detailed information about this position please visit the Careers section at www.milton.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer