The successful candidate will work 40 hours per week, with some flexibility required for occasional evenings and weekends. A strong commitment to service excellence, collaboration, and community engagement is essential.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Culture Summerside, the Culture Summerside Assistant plays a key administrative and program support role. The ideal candidate is organized, self-driven, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Strong skills in administration, digital tools, and communication are required, along with a passion for local culture and history.
Experience in archival practices, fluency in both English and French, or knowledge of additional languages will be considered assets.
Duties include:
- Provide administrative and financial support to the Director of Culture Summerside.
- Maintain and update databases for artists, volunteers, and partners.
- Manage inventory of shop merchandise, program materials, and supplies.
- Collect and maintain visitor statistics, user data, and feedback surveys
- Coordinate and respond to facility rental inquiries and support event execution
- Administer petty cash and float reconciliation in accordance with financial protocols.
- Assist in promoting the City’s cultural tourism offerings.
- Help develop reports, presentations, and communications materials.
- Support the planning of revenue-generating and public art initiatives
- Provide supervision and guidance to summer students as needed.
- Assist with the delivery of public programs, educational tours, and special events.
- Contribute to the delivery of public programs, tours, and special events
- Provide support for archival and heritage-related projects
- Perform other duties as required to support Culture Summerside’s objectives
- Education & Experience: Post-secondary education in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Formal education in administration would be considered an asset.
- Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle
- Local Knowledge: Strong interest in the history and culture of Summerside and Prince Edward Island
- Arts & Culture Familiarity: Knowledge of the City’s arts, heritage, and cultural programs
- Technical Proficiency: Strong computer and digital skills; highly organized with attention to detail
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Initiative: Demonstrated commitment to innovation, leadership, and excellence
- Problem Solving: Creative thinker with strategic and practical problem-solving abilities
- Collaboration: Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting
What We Offer:
The City of Summerside provides a supportive and inclusive workplace with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- A defined benefit pension plan for long-term financial stability
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage for you and your family
- An employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellness
- Three weeks of vacation to start, with increases based on years of service
- Opportunities for professional development within a vibrant municipal environment
Hours: 40 hours per week
Wage: $23.50 per hour
To apply, please submit a confidential cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. Be sure to include “Culture Summerside Assistant” in the subject line of your email.
???? Email: jobs@summerside.ca
???? Deadline to apply: Wednesday, June 11 at 4:00 PM (AST)
