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Title: Arts Programming Officer Bunjil Place

Classification: Band 6

Department: Arts and Cultural Department

Division: Community Life

Reports to: Manager Bunjil Place (Arts)

Supervises: Artists, Contractors and volunteers, where required

Enquiries: Robin Batt, Manager Bunjil Place (Arts), 9705 5200

1. Position Purpose

» Provide operational, logistical and contractual support to deliver the Bunjil Place Arts program at Bunjil Place and across Casey.

» Develop and deliver a high quality, dynamic education and arts development program to compliment the Bunjil Place Arts Program and Bunjil Place events.

2. Key Responsibility Areas

» Create and implement an audience learning and engagement strategy for Bunjil Place, with a focus on the performing arts.

» Develop, present and evaluate an innovative education and arts development program for a diverse range of audiences. Responsive to performances and events across the precinct, the program of workshops, activities, talks, activities, including outreach, supported with printed and digital collateral, should create access, foster collaboration and build connections across Casey and beyond.

» Liaise with educators, schools and educational facilities to promote the arts (primarily performing arts) program, develop activities in line with curriculum, and create and distribute educational resources that enrich engagement and enable access to the Bunjil Place theatre program and Bunjil Place events.

» Monitor performance against objectives and manage project risks and issues.

» Consistently deliver projects on time, on budget and to the agreed standard.

» Through leadership and example promote Casey’s trademark behaviours - show respect, take responsibility, listen and respond, be positive, think things through.

Position Description

Last updated: 19-05-2017

3. Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities » Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others in the workplace.

» Ensure hazards, incidents, near misses and injuries are reported immediately.

» Develop new work procedures in consultation with affected employees.

» Support activities taken by the organisation to comply with OH&S legislation.

» Actively participate in the planning and execution of Return to Work plans for employees.

» Ensure only authorised, adequately trained staff undertake assigned tasks.

» Provide appropriate facilities for safe storage, handling and transport of materials and equipment.

4. Accountability and Extent of Authority » The position may manage resources and/or provide advice to or regulate clients and/or

provide input into the development of policy.

» Where prime responsibility is resource management, freedom to act is governed by clear objectives and/or budgets, with a regular reporting mechanism to ensure adherence to goals and objectives. The effect of decisions and actions taken is usually limited to the quality or cost of the programs and projects being managed.

» Where prime responsibility is to provide specialist advice to clients or to regulate clients, freedom to act is subject to regulations and policies and regular supervision. The effect on individual clients of decisions and actions may be significant but is usually subject to appeal or review by more senior employees.

» If the position is primarily involved in policy development the work is usually of an investigative and analytical nature, with freedom to act prescribed by a more senior position. The quality of the output of the position can have a significant effect on the process of policy development.

» The employee:

o may have formal input into policy development within their area of expertise and/or management

o is committed to delivering high quality outcomes for customers and stakeholders

o monitors customer and stakeholder satisfaction.

» Is accountable for reflecting on experience and being open to continuous improvement.

5. Judgement and Decision Making » The work is essentially specialised and problem solving in nature, using methods,

procedures and processes generally developed from theory or precedent.

» Judgement is required to recognise when established methods are not appropriate and guidance is not always available within the organisation.

» Implemented courses of action must be evaluated in a timely manner and decisions made about required adjustments in order to achieve the best outcomes.

» Judgement is needed to recognise the complex causes of others’ long-term behaviour patterns and to plan responses and reactions accordingly.

» Relationships must be built with stakeholders, recognising their varying input, interest levels and decision-making status.

» The employee:

o Maintains positive behaviour amongst uncertainty and stress; and

o Embraces variety, change and challenges.

6. Management Skills » Skills in time management, setting priorities and planning and organising work to achieve

objectives in the most efficient way possible, within the resources available and within a set timetable despite conflicting pressures.

» Actively seeks to improve others’ skills and talents by providing feedback, coaching and training opportunities.

» Ability to identify and manage a range of complex and often competing needs, quickly summing up options and recommending a clear way forward.

» Where the job involves management of employees, understand and be able to implement personnel practices including those related to equal employment opportunity, occupational health and safety and training and development.

» Commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for customers and stakeholders.

7. Interpersonal Skills » Demonstrated ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders.

» Gaining co-operation and assistance from clients, members of the public and other employees to communicate a vision that generates enthusiasm and commitment to new ways and innovation.

» Liaising with others to discuss and resolve problems by building trust through stakeholder engagement and demonstrating consistent actions, values and communication.

» Approaching challenges with a calm and positive attitude that supports and informs teams.

8. Specialist Skills and Knowledge » Experience in the gallery and creative arts sectors, focusing on education.

» Proficiency in applying a theoretical or scientific discipline to search for solutions to new problems and opportunities.

» Understanding of the economic, political and social issues relating to the Local Government environment.

» Ability to use available digital technologies.

9. Inherent Physical Requirements

» Use a computer

» Communicate clearly

10. Qualifications and Experience » Tertiary qualification in an arts related discipline.

o substantial relevant experience commensurate with the requirements of the position.

11. Conditions of Employment » Conditions of employment are as per the City of Casey Enterprise Agreement, Casey’s

policies and procedures and the letter of offer.

» Hours - The position is a full-time worked on 19-day/4-week arrangement. The nature of the position will require the incumbent to work after hours including weekends and evenings. Arrangements will be negotiated with the successful incumbent.

» Health Declaration - The preferred applicant is required to complete a Health Declaration form and return it to the Occupational Health and Safety Co-ordinator prior to commencement.

» Criminal Records Check - This position is subject to the successful applicant having a satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement at Council’s expense and then as regularly as the position requires as per Council Policy.

» Working with Children Check – This position is subject to the successful applicant having a satisfactory Working with Children Check prior to commencement, and then as regularly as per legislative requirements.

» Transport – Employees must use Council vehicles for work-related travel whenever practical to do so. If employees use privately-owned vehicles for work-related travel Council recommends the vehicle be comprehensively insured and the insurance company notified that the vehicle is being used for work-related travel. If an employee using a privately owned, comprehensively insured vehicle for work-related travel is involved in an accident they may be eligible for reimbursement of the insurance excess. Vehicles not comprehensively insured will not be eligible for reimbursement.

» Sick Leave - A medical certificate may be required for any absence and must be provided for sick leave exceeding three working days or absence on the working day before or after a rostered day off, annual leave or public holiday.

» Multiskilling - Employees may be directed to carry out any duties consistent with their skills, competence and training provided the duties do not result in de-skilling them.

» Risk Management – Employees must comply with risk management policy and procedures.

» Employment Status - The successful applicant must provide proof of permission to work in Australia prior to commencement.

» Probation Period - In accordance with Federal Government legislation, a six month Probation Period applies.

12. How to Apply» Applications to be submitted through the Casey website at www.casey.vic.gov.au

(preferred), or email to applications@casey.vic.gov.au in Word format.

» Applications are dealt with in the strictest confidence. Details contained in your application will not be conveyed to any person not directly connected with processing your application without your express permission.

» Following the nominated close date, short-listed candidates will be contacted by telephone. The remaining candidates will be notified via email if their application has been unsuccessful.