The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (AGGV) stands as a beacon of culture and community, nestled just 20 minutes from downtown Victoria in a serene park-like setting. Established in 1951 and housed in both contemporary exhibition spaces and the historic 1889 Spencer mansion, AGGV is not only the largest public art gallery on Vancouver Island but also one of the most significant in Canada, boasting an impressive collection of over 20,000 pieces of visual and decorative arts. As a growing non-profit organization, we are committed to excellence, innovation, diversity, and inclusivity, firmly believing in the power of collaboration to achieve our goals.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous peoples, women, people of colour, LGBTQQIP2SA individuals, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. AGGV is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you require any accommodation, please let us know.

Join us at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and be part of a team that values your contribution and believes in your potential to help us achieve our mission.

Public Engagement Assistant (Student)

Location: Victoria, BC
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week, 15-week duration from April 28, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Please note that this position will occasionally require work during evenings and weekends to support event schedules.
Salary: $21.63 per hour (Effective March 22, 2025) – Unionized Position, CUPE Local 410, Pay Grade 2

About the Role
The Public Engagement Events Assistant supports the AGGV’s Visitor Experience Department, educational outreach initiatives, and the AGGV’s largest community public engagement event, the Art Gallery Paint-In. This role involves assisting with project management, logistical coordination, and sharing pre-approved event information to ensure the success of the annual street festival, which hosts 50,000 attendees.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with event planning, scheduling, and logistics to ensure smooth operations
• Support coordination of event materials, signage, and on-site needs
• Maintain databases for participants, volunteers, and sponsors
• Communicate pre-approved event details to artists, partners, and stakeholders
• Distribute promotional materials and support accessibility initiatives
• Help collect feedback, compile event reports, and suggest improvements
• Provide general support to the Visitor Experience Department as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Must be eligible for funding under the Young Canada Works program and registered under its terms.
• Must be a current post-secondary student, returning to post-secondary school in September 2025. Enrolled in Arts, Art History, Education, Events Management, Cultural Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in arts, community engagement, and event planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and teamwork
• Experience with event planning or program coordination (preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office & Outlook; experience with Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Maps is an asset
• Basic knowledge of survey research and data collection is a plus
• Physical ability for light lifting (up to 40lbs) is an asset; all tasks will adhere to OHS guidelines.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, creative and fast-paced work environment.
• Hands-on experience in arts administration, public engagement, and event coordination.
• Opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real impact in the community.

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How to Apply
This position is funded through the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations Program. Candidates must be registered with this program for which details are found at YOUNG CANADA WORKS

If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the required qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to careers@aggv.ca

Document Requirements
Please send us one document (preferably PDF) including both your Cover Letter and Resume (or CV) named in the following format:

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_APP

If you must send your Cover Letter and Resume (or CV) as separate documents, please name them in the following format:

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_CL
• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_RES (or CV) 

For full job description and application details please visit the careers page on the AGGV website here: https://aggv.ca/about/careers/ 

We will review applications and engage in conversations with qualified candidates as they apply.

The posting will remain open until April 4, 2025, at 5pm.

The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria sits on the unceded and traditional territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən -speaking peoples, today known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We are grateful to live, play and explore art on these lands.