Program Assistant, Grimsby Public Art Gallery

Program Assistant, Grimsby Public Art Gallery

Application Deadline: February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm

The Candidate:

As a candidate for this position, you are currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program specializing in fine arts, education, museum studies or art history. You are experienced in working with various forms of media and previous experience leading groups of children. You possess strong time management skills, are a confident public speaker, and can work independently to meet project outcomes.

You must be enrolled with and meet the requirements of Young Canada Works to be considered for this position.

This is a full-time, seasonal position working 35 hours per week for four (4) months (June to September). The Town of Grimsby offers candidates for this position $19.78 per hour (2026 rate).

The Town supports the health and wellness of our employees; a commitment that is demonstrated through free access to Town recreation facilities for employees and flexible working arrangements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Programming (50%)

• Develops projects and activities for summer children’s programs at GPAG and in partnership with Recreation Services camps, based on themes and guidelines, including all necessary safety protocols, provided by Education Coordinator. Delivers programming via zoom, outdoors and/or in-studio as scheduled and appropriate.
• Inventories supplies and materials available in studio, assesses needs for summer programming and requests orders, restocks in consultation with Education Coordinator at the end of the summer.
• Develops and assembles resource materials for planned activities, including materials kits and instructions for curbside pick-up prior to zoom programs; tool kits and handouts for in-person programs; and documentation with teaching instructions and templates following program.
• Prepares video and online presentations, developing script, rehearsing, and recording as necessary.
• Develops programs and activities related to fall exhibitions and recreational and school programs for children incorporating curriculum links and practical knowledge gained from teaching experience.

Media and Public Relations (25%)

• Designs promotional materials appropriate for both print and virtual media to market summer and fall/winter programs and activities.
• Develops an online marketing strategy to reach underrepresented community areas with information about GPAG programs and activities.
• Develops and administers end of program surveys for all programs and activities. Ensures that all collected data is recorded accurately and appropriately.

Exhibitions and Special Events (20%)

• Develops activity plans and documents resource requirements for summer/ fall special events such as Culture Days and curriculum linked exhibition resources.
• Attends special events that occur during the employment period, organizes set up, activity delivery and take down.
• Supports Art Gallery staff with exhibition changeover as required.

Other (5%)

• Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, associated regulations, other applicable legislation, Town by-laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience with various forms of media (print, online).
• Personal experience with a variety of Art media and techniques.
• Experience leading groups of children.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) or Judicial Matters Check to the satisfaction of the Town.
• Principles of Healthy Child Development, High Five program.

Compensation: $19.78 per hour

Equity and Access:

The Town of Grimsby is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources, hr@grimsby.ca if you need assistance.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.

How to Apply:

If you are excited by this opportunity, we are excited to hear from you! We invite you to submit your application to hr@grimsby.ca. Please quote the posting number in the subject line.

Application Deadline: February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm

For additional information or questions, please contact:
Sylvia Bebeb
gpag@grimsby.ca | 905-945-3246

Grimsby Pubic Art Gallery
18 Carnegie Lane
Grimsby, ON L3M 1Y1
905-945-3246
www.grimsby.ca/Art-Gallery

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Accessibility:
Grimsby Public Art Gallery is wheelchair accessible.