Community and Public Programs Officer

**About the role**

Do you love designing and delivering dynamic and engaging programming that complement Art Gallery exhibitions?

As Community and Public Programming Officer you will plan, develop, deliver, and evaluate a dynamic suite of public programming for the Ipswich Art Gallery. You will also contribute to the programming of the Ipswich Art Workshop and Ipswich Community Gallery exhibition program.

Your experience in engaging community programming will assist in delivering meaningful audience engagement to a range of diverse audiences of all ages.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Build audience engagement across the Gallery’s offer through workshops, talk and other outreach activities
- Engage and collaborate with local and regional artists and arts organisations, Indigenous and multi-cultural communities, and other key stakeholders to develop and deliver engaging programming for a wide range for audiences
- Provide support to artists who are exhibiting, presenting, or facilitating programs
- Provide advice on the effectiveness of Gallery programs through feedback on planning and delivery and audience engagement
- Perform a wide range of administrative duties for the management of Gallery programs

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- A recognised tertiary qualification in Art History, Visual Arts and/or Art and/or substantial experience
- Current Queensland C class driver’s licence
- Current Blue Card or the ability to acquire one
- Highly developed communication and time management skills
- Commitment to Workplace Health and Safety
- Belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

Pre-employment checks:

- Medical (including drug and alcohol testing)
- National Criminal History check

**About the benefits**

This is a permanent, full-time position, Level 4 with a salary commencing at $85,139 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a varity of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leaves and more.

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

**Closing date: 30 October 2024**

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.