About this role
Requisition ID: 20627
Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept.
Service: Community Rec, Culture & Sport Services
Branch: Cultural & Heritage Prog & Spaces Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 4 months (June 2026 with possibility of extension)
Work Hours: 40.00 hours per week
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Salary Information: $79,079.52 - $92,526.72 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Recreation, Cultural & Facility Services
Application Close: 09/02/2026
JOB SUMMARY
Cultural and Heritage Programs is responsible for multi-disciplinary arts centres, heritage and museum facilities and structures, the delivery of arts, heritage and museum public programming and events, volunteer program development, audience development, and exhibits and research.
You are responsible for the supervision of staff, volunteers, facilities and activities within Production Services at the Meridian Theatre/Shenkman Arts Center. This includes ensuring the clients’ requirements are met during engagements; the supervision of technicians and stagehands; training, scheduling, supervision and coaching of stage crew volunteers; the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of stage door attendants; the development and implementation of training programs specific to the live entertainment industry; and general administration of the production area.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3 year university degree specializing in Technical Theatre and Production or related field
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated success in a similar position performing tasks related to Production Management, Lighting Design, Audio Design, Stage Management, Pyrotechnic Special Effects, Rigging
Demonstrated ability to train in a volunteer environment
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Current Special Effects Pyrotechnician operator certificate with Natural Resources Canada
Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificates
KNOWLEDGE
- Leadership principles and theory
- Adult learning and training methods
- Expert knowledge of health and safety and other legislation, including those specific to the live entertainment industry
- Working knowledge of design and set construction
- Knowledge of production administration and management, stage management, theatrical carpentry, counterweight flying systems, lighting and audio systems, atmospheric systems, project management and procurement practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and in CADD design programs
- Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
- Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and city policies and procedures
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City's expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City's culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these core behaviours.
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Leadership Competencies
The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Designated Bilingual – specific level of language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates who do not meet language requirements will be required to participate in training.
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
- You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at [email protected].
