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Job Description / Duties

The Venue and Events Coordinator will lead event preparations and logistics at the Baumann Centre; our 150-seat music and event centre which hosts recitals, performances, screenings, lectures, classes, receptions and meetings. They will also support opera staff with off-site events and logistics as required.

Duties
• Coordinate room bookings and event services for all venue users
• Maintain communications with venue users, partners and vendors
• Conduct room setups and teardowns, including seating and décor
• Fulfill front of house duties, checklists, pre-show and interval procedures
• Oversee all aspects of the guest experience, including event hosting, monitoring, or concession stand serving
• Provide for the comfort and safety of guests, attending to first aid as required
• Supervise event staff, volunteers and contractors
• Maintain event and venue supplies, order catering and special event permits
• Maintain tidy, organized and welcoming public spaces and
• Maintain safe and secure entrances, including snow shovelling
• Maintain opening, closing, security and emergency procedures
• Supervise maintenance and janitorial contractors
• Assist staff and artists with off-site events, including logistics, setups and teardowns
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Required Skills

Competencies
The role involves being active for the duration of shifts, and would suit someone who enjoys being busy, has an interest in the arts and a passion for delivering high standards of service. The position is 25 hours per week Part-Time (or Full-Time 35 hours per week including janitorial maintenance duties) with a variable work schedule that includes some evening and weekend hours.

• At least one year of relevant experience
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Willingness and ability to multi task
• Physically able to lift and carry supplies
• Valid driver's license
• FoodSafe Level 1 and Serving it Right (training can be provided)
• First Aid and CPR Certification (training can be provided)
• Experience working in hospitality is an asset
• A passion for the performing arts an asset
• Attention to detail and an attentive attitude is vital

Salary: Salary range: $30,000 per annum Part Time (or $42,500 Full Time including janitorial maintenance duties) plus extended health and dental plan, and optional matching RRSP contribution. Start date: June 20 2022, negotiable.

Contact Information

Please send cover letter and resume by 11:59pm June 10 2022 to:

Ereca Hassell, Director of Production and Artistic Administration
ereca@pacificopera.ca

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Employer Profile

Pacific Opera Victoria is one of the most influential professional opera companies in Canada. Its inspired repertoire comprises original productions of classic favourites and lesser known works, as well as new commissions, co-productions, and collaborations with other companies and arts organizations across the country. From its home in the Baumann Centre, Pacific Opera Victoria creates significant career opportunities for creative and performing artists and curates opera in surprising ways – enticing newcomers and captivating loyal opera-goers.

Pacific Opera Victoria identifies Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation among its Core Values and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.