Employment - Culture & Heritage Development Coordinator

Culture & Heritage Development Coordinator

Municipality of the County of Inverness

Full-Time Permanent

Weekdays

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Culture & Heritage Development Coordinator will possess a strong sense of public service, will develop connections with the public and resident groups in the effort to better understand their objectives. The Culture & Heritage Development Coordinator will be required to have excellent communication skills, will thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a commitment to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development.

The Culture & Heritage Development Coordinator will need to develop the ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions to work efficiently and will be a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of the Community Development team’s performance. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, the following:

JOB DUTIES:

  • Coordinate and oversee the implementation of special projects related to cultural and heritage service delivery within the community as prioritized by Council.
  • Coordinate the development of a county archive in collaboration with relevant community organizations.
  • Stay apprised of provincial, national, and international heritage challenges and changes in legislation and relate these to Council.
  • Identify grant opportunities, apply for funding, administer funds, and report on the projects.
  • Provide support and outreach to the culture & heritage community within the municipality.
  • Identify and maintain a strong working relationship with the culture & heritage community.
  • Partner with other organizations and existing organizations to maximize heritage education opportunities.
  • Support community advocacy needs as required.
  • Create and maintain systems to identify outreach needs in various communities throughout the municipality.
  • Cultivate relationships within the municipality to benefit growth.
  • In collaboration with management, assist in the preparation and administration of the detailed Department budget.
  • Assist in the development of relevant policies and procedures and their implementation.
  • Provide excellent resident service; respond to needs as required.
  • Research, design, implement and facilitate training, educational programs based on community needs.
  • Adhere to the Municipality’s policy regarding records management.
  • Adhere to federal & provincial legislation and regulations.
  • Conduct and attend safety, operational and training meetings as required.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

SAFETY:

  • Ensure all policies and procedures set forth by the Municipality of the County of Inverness are observed at all times.
  • Report to the Community Development Director, all work situations which are suspected of being unhealthy or unsafe.
  • Report to the Community Development Director, any employee whose on-the-job performance or actions contravenes established safety procedures or work practices.
  • Report all near-misses and incidents to the Community Development Director
  • Report to the Manager of Operations, all Occupational Health & Safety related injuries or property damage regardless of severity.
  • Submit reports on accidents and other hazardous conditions discovered and promptly attend to all hazardous situations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • A degree or diploma in Arts, Heritage or Cultural Studies or other related field of study is considered an asset.
  • Two (2) years’ previous experience within a cultural or heritage organization.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite software programs.
  • Superior and professional communication skills (verbal and written) are essential.
  • Excellent attention to detail, a high regard for accuracy, and the ability to provide high quality outputs.
  • Demonstrated excellence working on community-facing initiatives.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a positive “can-do” attitude.
  • Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work effectively to meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing workload demands.
  • A dedicated team player with the ability to work in a self-directed manner effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to adhere to issues of confidentiality.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

How To Apply

Municipality of the County of Inverness will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

To apply for this position, forward your cover letter and resume in confidence to jobs@invernesscounty.ca. This role will remain open until filled.

Email Address: jobs@invernesscounty.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Port Hood
County
Inverness County
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Municipality of the County of Inverness
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
An Asset
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
To be Determined
Pay Period
Bi-Weekly
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
35.00
Start Date
May 8th 2024
End Date
—
Language
N/A
Posted on
May 8th 2024
Expires
May 31st 2024