Volunteer & Art Box Coordinator
/Organization:
West Vancouver Community Arts Council
Deadline:
Apr. 29, 2024
Organization Description:
The West Vancouver Community Arts Council (WVCAC), established in 1968, is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to increase and broaden the opportunities for West Vancouver and all North Shore citizens to enjoy and participate in cultural activities; deliver visual, literary and performing arts programs; foster interest in our diverse cultural heritage; and promote the many talented individuals living and working in our community. The WVCAC operates the Silk Purse Arts Centre, a waterfront art gallery and performance venue that is open to the public free of charge, Wednesday through Sunday, Noon to 5pm.
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Job Description:
The WVCAC is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our staff as the part-time Volunteer & Art Box Coordinator. This position works directly with volunteers from orientation to scheduling to thank-you events; works directly with local Artisans to procure original items for the Art Box gift store & Holiday Market; and includes working in the gallery.
Responsibilities:
Volunteer Coordinator
- Assist with volunteer coordination including recruitment, orientation and scheduling;
- Maintain updated Volunteer Manual and volunteer job descriptions;
- Prepare monthly Volunteer Notes providing an update of exhibitions, events, etc.;
- Organize Volunteer ‘Information Events’ with Gallery & Events Assistant prior to each art exhibition;
- Organize and attend Volunteer Thank-you event taking place annually in June;
- Update volunteer information in Wild Apricot database system.
Art Box Coordinator
- Procure and manage the intake of items for the Art Box, our gallery gift store and the Holiday Market;
- Oversee the display of items working with a volunteer display assistant;
- Update inventory sheets weekly.
Other
- Open and close the gallery on Saturdays and some Thursdays.
- Assist with other administrative duties as needed.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
• A genuine interest in the arts, culture and community engagement;
• Knowledge of current trends, resources and information related to volunteerism;
• Strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable working with a wide age range of volunteers from teens to seniors;
• Experience working with the public and creating a welcoming, inclusive space for volunteers and visitors;
• Clear communication skills in writing and in conversation;
• Effective organizational skills and ability to problem-solve;
• Computer literacy with comfort using Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn a new database system (Wild Apricot).
How to Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume via email to:
Jennifer Lord, Executive Director
westvanartscouncil@shaw.ca
No phone calls please. Thank you to all those who apply. Only those short-listed for interviews will be contacted.
Remuneration:
$21 per hour. The position is for 12 hours per week, worked over 3 days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons.
Contact Name: Jennifer Lord
Contact Email: westvanartscouncil@shaw.ca
Contact Phone: (604) 925-7292
