Gallery School Technician Education & Programming

Job title: Gallery School Technician Education & Programming

Job description: Description Requisition Id: 2022-452
Number of Positions: 2
Job Status: Temporary Part-Time
Hours & Days of Work: up to 24 hours per week; must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends
Minimum Rate: $23.43
Maximum Rate: $29.29
Target Start Date: 09/12/2022
Target End Date: 12/09/2022

Gallery School Technician

Temporary Part-Time

(Up to 24 hours per week; must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends)

ART + AUDIENCE + LEARNING

Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario (“the AGO”) is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a collection of close to 100,000 works. Through the collection as well as collaborations with leading museums around the world, the AGO presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs to approximately 1 million visitors annually.

We are currently seeking a temporary part-time Gallery School Technician to join our Education & Programming team. Under the direction of the Director, Strategic Projects & Operations, E&P, the incumbent will prepare studio spaces for classes and workshops including the setup of furniture, tools, materials and other supplies. He/She/They supports the Chief Technician in monitoring inventory, maintaining studio, workshop and storage facilities and supports instructional staff through technical assistance for students.

Interested so far? Learn more about why AGO would be a great fit below.

The Gallery continually strives to create a safe and inclusive workplace. We offer diversity and inclusion training to our staff and volunteers so they can continually learn and contribute to fostering a supportive environment where people feel comfortable to come to work as they are.

The mental health of our employees is also very important to us. We offer our employees programs that support wellness and enhance the job experience. If our employees need assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to them. The Gallery also takes part in the city and province’s reciprocal benefits program, allowing our employees access to city and province discounts.

What are the benefits and highlights of working at the AGO?

• Competitive salary
• Discounts from the Provincial/City Reciprocal Agreements (Free admission to museums, the CN Tower & Discounts off amusement parks, city attractions, hotels, wine tours, Second City, the Ontario Science Centre, and much more!)
• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO

If this sounds like an opportunity you are looking for, apply now!

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Working knowledge of artist’s materials and methods in a studio environment (ex painting, printmaking, sculpture)
• Familiarity with computer programs (Word, Excel, Mail)
• Knowledge and experience working with media equipment such as Mac, digital cameras, iPads, projectors, media connections, lighting etc.
• Knowledge of carpentry techniques and materials.
• Working knowledge of handling and installing works of art.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• WHMIS certification preferred
• Experience operating a variety of hand and power tools for basic repair of furniture and/or equipment.

We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of our visitors to apply by submitting a tailored cover letter and CV. If you would prefer to submit your application in person, please leave it with our Shipping Dock addressed to the People Division which is located next to the Jackman Hall entrance on McCaul Street.

We thank all applicants but must advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act & the AGO’s Recruitment & Selection Policy for Staff, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

External Application Deadline: 09/01/2022

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