Assistant Manager - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Employment Type: Full-time (21 hours per week)Department: Music SchoolUnion: Not IncludedFile #: 22-MSC-25Posting Date: December 8, 2022Posting Close: December 22, 2022Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services (DHNS) is a multi-service agency located in the heart of east downtown Toronto committed to realizing the vision of a city where everyone thrives. Since 1929, we have been touching the lives of thousands of our community’s most vulnerable residents by providing a range of programs and services across every stage of life. We create lasting solutions to end poverty, social injustices, and isolation in Toronto. We value respect, diversity, integrity, care, compassion, and accountability.Reporting to the Music School Director and Manager as part of the DHMS’s management team, the Assistant Manager presents a welcoming and professional presence in the music school. Under the direction of the Music School Director and Manager, the Assistant Manager assists in the development of communication tools for the Music School and assists in planning and implementing special events.This position is currently for 21 hours per week. The Assistant Manager is required to work Saturdays 11am-4pm as well as some weekday evenings.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in supervising and directing teaching staff ensuring excellence in class delivery and ensuring that teachers strive to maintain optimum levels of musical education and experience in the classes offered.
• Prepares performance appraisals in consultation with the Music School Director and Manager.
• Manages program and client financial information in a confidential and discreet manner.
• Assists in the planning and delivery of Music School programs.
• Assists with program publicity and communications outreach initiatives, working with the Music School Director and Director, as well as members of the Philanthropy and Communications team in maintaining funder relations.
• Ability to use visual art materials, editing software and multimedia platforms.
• Keeps track of attendance and book orders.
• Provides administrative support to the Music School Director and Manager and performs other duties as assigned.
• Serve as a member of the Music School Special Events team that is responsible for planning and the operation of events such as Music for Life and March Break Music Camp.
• Provides on-site supervision for all weekend Music School Programs. Open and close the building at 51 Wyatt Ave as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in Music/Art or Art Administration.
• Minimum 2-years’ experience in arts administration.
• Knowledge of Music Pedagogy, teaching methods, and materials.
• Advanced written and verbal English language communication skills; fluency in additional languages, relevant to the communities of service, will be considered an asset.
• Experience teaching/working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment; preference given to those with not-for-profit experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven experience with peer management.
• Knowledge of MS Office, proven administrative and database skills.
• Able to skillfully, strategically, respectfully, appropriately, and tactfully manage in order to achieve the mission, goals, and business objectives of the music school.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects, achieve results, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently but also to function in a team environment.
• Demonstrated proclivity for accurate record keeping skills.
• The ability to effectively communicate with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, in keeping with Dixon Hall Music School’s holistic approach.
• High standards of professionalism and professional ethics.
• Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer.
• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Police check that produces a satisfactory result, as determined by the requirement for this position to interact with children and vulnerable persons, is required.

Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services is committed to developing an inclusive selection process and work environment. If contacted for an interview, please advise the hiring manager if you require any accommodation during the interview process. The hiring process is governed by Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies.RV2saVXxYOQuick Apply

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