The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley is seeking a Gallery Attendant to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who loves art and wants to learn about gallery operations and gain customer service experience. The ideal candidate will have some customer service experience, retail experience, an understanding of social media and a passion for the arts community.

Hours & Compensation:

This temporary position will be at the Grove Gallery at the Harbour Quay for a duration of 10 months for 31hrs/week at $18.50/hr. This position requires one weekend shift and the occasional event attendance.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Front Desk/Gallery Attendance

• Greet and assist visitors, sharing information about our current exhibitions and gift shop offerings.
• Handle payments and perform daily reconciliations with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Manage incoming phone calls and handle general inquiries with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a tidy and organized work station, ensuring a welcoming environment for visitors.
• Monitor and respond to social media inquiries
• Post to social media as needed
• Assist managing members on CRM

Gallery Operations

• Assist with hanging and tear-down of exhibitions.
• Collaborate with local artists and members, fostering connections within our artistic community.
• Gain hands-on experience in event coordination and represent the Gallery at various events with professionalism and passion.

Qualifications:

• Customer service experience (answering phones, greeting patrons, taking payments)
• Retail experience (tracking inventory, front and face product)
• Problem solving and creative thinking
• Working alone and as a part of a team
• Comfortable working with the public
• Comfortable learning new computer programs
• Experience working with Google Applications, Canva and Facebook/Instagram

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for the arts and community engagement
• Good interpersonal skills and positive demeanor

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to complete a Police Information Check.

Applicants are invited to self-identify as having a disability or aged under 30 years, as well as their preferred name and pronouns.

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley has operated continuously for more 60 years and acts as the focus for the Arts in the Alberni Valley.

• Our Mission: To promote and support art and artists in the Alberni Valley.
• Our Vision: Enhancing the quality and vibrancy of life in our community through a rich and diverse culture of arts.

We invite qualified individuals to apply in writing to:

Arts Administrator, Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley

Unit 7, 5440 Harbour Quay, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T7

admin@alberniarts.com

Deadline for submissions: Friday, December 13, 2024, 4:00 PM.

We thank all who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wage Subsidy:

This position is open to everyone, however, this employer has expressed an interest in using a Wage Subsidy for this position. If you are eligible for a Wage Subsidy please inform the employer upon contact. To determine your eligibility you must first contact the WorkBC Centre.

Please contact: WorkBC Centre Wage Subsidy by phone: (250) 724-4560 , or in person at: 4805-B Mar St. Port Alberni to find out more about your eligibility for Wage Subsidy.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Contract length: 10 months

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 31 per week