CULTURE PROGRAMMER - Performing Arts

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga is seeking a Culture Programmer to support the development, coordination, and promotion of high-quality culture programs and services in performing arts across Mississauga’s art centres and community spaces. The role involves planning, delivering, and evaluating programs, coordinating with a team, and providing customer service and staff support.

Evening/weekend hours and site travel are required, with a comprehensive benefits and payroll support, within a dynamic

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Education or related field with a minimum of 3 years’ related experience in an arts education setting.
• Formal training or additional certifications outside of a post-secondary degree/diploma in dance, music or theatre, is an asset.
• A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR B or C (lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross Society, St John’s Ambulance) at employees’ expense or; a valid Intermediate First Aid (lifesaving Society) at employees’ expense.
• High Five® Principles of Healthy Childhood Development and Quest 2 certification.
• Knowledge and experience of arts program design and delivery; instructional fill-in may be required.
• Proficient use of R3/SAP, SharePoint, Microsoft Office and ActiveNet software is an asset.
• Attention to detail in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps.
• Ability to provide instructional fill-in and break coverage on an as needed basis across a variety of arts programs will be required.
• Highly motivated self-starter; excellent oral and written communication skills; team player; ability to work in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work within a programming team to plan, develop and implement Culture Programs including but not limited to evening and weekend courses, camps and weekday school programs.
• Provide customer service, resolve issues and communicate changes/cancellations of programs.
• Under the direction of the Supervisor, assist with functional guidance of part-time staff, including evaluations, scheduling, hiring/contracting and training and support with participant behaviour management.
• Manage volunteer, co-op and intern recruitment, training and assist with functional guidance.
• Assist with regular program visits, High Five® Quest 2 program evaluations, program planning and support material development.
• Assist with the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps.
• Assist by liaising with facility staff to ensure spaces are prepared, safe and operational.
• Assist Supervisor with responding to ad-hoc programming requests including workshops, special events and outreach initiatives.
• Provide administrative support including but not limited to part-time payroll, program outline review, class lists, program hand-outs and program entry in ActiveNet Recreation Management Software.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory including supply delivery, tracking, and equipment.
• Support the execution of team initiatives including but not limited to annual dance recital events, and competitive dance program.
• Work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends; ability to travel between multiple recreation and culture sites within the city for time-sensitive work-related travel.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Program design delivery

Instructional fill-in

Emergency response awareness

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexibility in schedule

Adaptability in changing environments

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Performing Arts or related field

Dance/Music/Theatre certifications

First Aid/ CPR certification

High Five Quest 2 certification

Tools

R3/SAP

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

ActiveNet software

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CULTURE PROGRAMMER - Performing Arts

Req ID:28701
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:11/16/2026

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Culture Programs support the development, coordination, and promotion of high-quality Culture programs and services in performing arts delivered at a variety of art centres, community centres and historical sites across Mississauga.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work within a programming team to plan, develop and implement Culture Programs including but not limited to evening and weekend courses, camps and weekday school programs
• Provide customer service, resolve issues and communicate changes/cancellations of programs
• Under the direction of the Supervisor, assist with functional guidance of part-time staff, including evaluations, scheduling, hiring/contracting and training and support with participant behaviour management
• Manage volunteer, co-op and intern recruitment, training and assist with functional guidance
• Assist with regular program visits, High Five® Quest 2 program evaluations, program planning and support material development
• Assist with the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps
• Assist by liaising with facility staff to ensure spaces are prepared, safe and operational
• Assist Supervisor with responding to ad-hoc programming requests including workshops, special events and outreach initiatives
• Provide administrative support including but not limited to part-time payroll, program outline review, class lists, program hand-outs and program entry in ActiveNet Recreation Management Software
• Responsible for maintaining inventory including supply delivery, tracking, and equipment
• Support the execution of team initiatives including but not limited to annual dance recital events, and competitive dance program.
• Work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends; ability to travel between multiple recreation and culture sites within the city for time-sensitive work-related travel
• Assist with special projects as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Education or related field with a minimum of 3 years’ related experience in an arts education setting
• Formal training or additional certifications outside of a post-secondary degree/diploma in dance, music or theatre, is an asset
• A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR B or C (lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross Society, St John’s Ambulance) at employees’ expense or; a valid Intermediate First Aid (lifesaving Society) at employees’ expense
• High Five® Principles of Healthy Childhood Development and Quest 2 certification
• Knowledge and experience of arts program design and delivery; instructional fill-in may be required
• Proficient use of R3/SAP, SharePoint, Microsoft Office and ActiveNet software is an asset
• Attention to detail in emergency situations
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development, design and delivery of performing arts programs and camps
• Ability to provide instructional fill-in and break coverage on an as needed basis across a variety of arts programs will be required.
• Highly motivated self-starter; excellent oral and written communication skills; team player; ability to work in a changing environment

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 70,807.00 - $ 94,410.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Living Arts Centre
Onsite Workplace (For full-time permanent and temporary positions)
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Program Delivery
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

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Accommodations
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
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