Head Of Program Operations

Applications for this position can only by submitted via the MacKenzie’s job application portal.

Any applications submitted via email or by mail will not be considered.

To visit the portal and apply, please click here: https://form.jotform.com/231216204769252

The MacKenzie Art Gallery is Saskatchewan’s oldest public art gallery, and is committed to creating transformative experiences of the world through art. This is a watershed moment in the history of the Gallery, as it is undergoing a multi-phase organizational transformation. Programming primarily contemporary art from the prairies, Canada and abroad, the MacKenzie addresses an encyclopedic range of visual art and culture and endeavours to be a strong ally in the research and presentation of Indigenous art. Housed within an over 115,000ft2 facility, maintained to Class A Museum standards, the MacKenzie permanent collection spans 5000 years of art with nearly 5000 works. MacKenzie was founded on the collection of its namesake, Norman MacKenzie (1869–1936), who bequeathed his collection to the University of Saskatchewan (Regina College), now the University of Regina.

Opening in 1953 in the first purpose-built art gallery building in western Canada, the MacKenzie enjoys a nationally unique partnership with the University of Regina. After separating in 1990, and moving to its current premises, the MacKenzie now maintains separate board governance, site and an expansive mandate and quarters in the T.C. (Tommy) Douglas Building. The MacKenzie is situated in Treaty Four territory, traditional land of the Cree, Saulteaux and Metis, and home to the Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota peoples. The MAG is located on the edge of the 2300-acre Wascana Centre, the largest urban park in Canada, where nature, culture and education meet. Wascana Centre (1962) was designed by renowned modernist architect Minoru Yamasaki, designer of the original World Trade Center in New York, and is a living artifact of modernist design heritage.

The selected candidate will become part of a team of a dynamic team of staff, volunteers, and Gallery members.

Nature of Work:
As a member of the Management team the Head of Program Operations is responsible for the logistical management and oversight of all the MacKenzie Art Gallery’s (physical) programs (including exhibitions, public programs, residencies, commissions). Manages the operational logistics of Program planning, production, delivery and operational evaluation, and supervises: Conservator, Preparators, casual and contract staff and exhibition designers. Plays a coordinating role in aspects of operations relating to building and capital facilities and equipment, safety, and planning.

1. Management: Working in concert with management and other staff, coordinates the process of planning and implementing the Gallery’s programs, working closely with and fostering communication among staff across departments; Working in concert with management, staff, and contractors ensures that Gallery’s programs align with and are reflective of the Gallery’s Mission and Vision, Strategic and Business plans, brand and visual identity; Participates on committees including but not limited to Management, Exhibition and Program Planning (EPP), Date Setting (Chair), Occupational Health & Safety (Chair), Curatorial, Facilities, and others as required or assigned; Manages the organization of Program meetings as required, maintains standardized program planning documents and processes, and ensures archiving and integrity of Program files, managing program and exhibition file systems in consultation with appropriate staff; Develops and maintains a network of professional colleagues external to the organization, represents the Gallery publicly at events and in partnerships.

2. Exhibition & Program Execution: Liaises with contract staff, is the primary operational contact and liaison with guest curators, exhibition designers, and lending institutions of touring exhibitions. Coordinates meetings and works closely with guest curators to adapt program proposals to Gallery specific operations and protocols, makes recommendations to adapt projects to the Gallery’s facilities, context and vision. Negotiates with parties as required and communicates decisions to staff to realize outstanding program opportunities; In consultation with curatorial leads and Touring Exhibitions Coordinator, oversees all production for touring exhibitions (incoming, outgoing and provincial touring), developing, monitoring and reporting on budgets and logistics. Manages program budgets, tracks expenses, reports on budgets and invoices external organizations; . Coordinates exhibition design process, designing or delegating and monitoring design of exhibitions, collaborating with program staff and communications staff to ensure alignment with accessibility guidelines, consistency of visual identity, brand and integrity of visitor experience; Ensures achievement of uniform design format in program communication materials (wall labels, didactics, directional signage) in the physical Gallery experience through oversight and review, working in concert with communications and curatorial staff.

3. Building Support & Safety: Ensures the safe and efficient operation of Program production and public areas (wood shop, preparation, conservation, storage, galleries, studios, etc.), ensures required safety procedures and policies are in place and adhered to, advises on safe work practices and procedures, trouble shooting where required; Liaises with appropriate staff and partners on facility and capital-related matters, pro-actively participates and coordinates planning for facility use, development and special projects, coordinates as required with Central Services (landlord) and tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders; Plans, monitors and maintains stock of materials, tools and equipment as required to deliver programs within budget guidelines; Rotates with other Management for weekend on call duties relating to after hours events. Responsible for weekend and after-hours response to technical issues in exhibitions and power outages.

4. Accessibility and Equity: Ability to promote equity and inclusion as core concepts in all actions and decisions affecting people, programs, and procedures.

See attached job description for further details.

Qualifications - Education: A university degree in art, museum studies, administration, or equivalent education and experience in related fields.

Qualifications - Experience:
Four to six years’ progressively responsible, related experience in not-for-profit gallery or museum, production management, administration or related field;

• Excellent knowledge of art gallery and museum procedures, exhibition design, art handling, and environmental standards, conservation, comfortable discussing issues affecting the arts and community today, knowledge of contemporary art an asset, and comfort and experience working with artists and curators;

• Industry standard safety training and best practices in a dynamic production environment;

• Experience with training and supervising staff;

• Experience managing budgets;

• Experience with planning;

• Experience with project management and delivery in a complex, dynamic environment

Skills:

· Strong leadership and consensus building skills;

· Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically;

· Proactive, highly organized and self-motivated

· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines;

· Strong team player with ability to work collaboratively and independently;

· Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, verbally and in writing, including the ability to prepare and present verbal and written reports of a specialized nature.

· Ability to advise on and execute audio visual / multi-media installations

· Demonstrated fluency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with project management and design software (Asana, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or similar).

Job Status: Permanent/Full-Time

Hours: Full-time salaried (37.5 hours per week)

Salary Information: $75,000 - $90,000

Benefits: This position includes a comprehensive benefits package and matching pension plan.

The Mackenzie Art Gallery is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture and building a diverse workforce that includes diversity in gender identity/representation, First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized communities who have traditionally been and are currently unrepresented in the Canadian workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply no later than Monday, January 15, 2024

Applications for this position can only by submitted via the MacKenzie’s job application portal.

Any applications submitted via email or by mail will not be considered.

To visit the portal and apply, please click here: https://form.jotform.com/231216204769252

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Vladan Vukovic, at (306) 584-4250 ext. 4276

The successful candidate must submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Regina, SK S4S 3S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person