Organization
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.
Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.
About the Role
The City of Vancouver is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Managing Director, Arts & Culture. Reporting to the General Manager, Arts Culture and Community Services, the MD oversees a broad portfolio, including public art, cultural infrastructure, major civic collections and assets, grant programs and community partnerships. This leadership role leads the City's cultural strategies, programs, and partnerships, championing initiatives like Culture|Shift, Vancouver Music Strategy, and Making Space for Arts and Culture.
The role also advances the City's priorities around cultural equity, reconciliation, and redress, working across civic departments and with diverse cultural and government partners.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.
Business Unit/Department: Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200)
Affiliation: Senior Exempt
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-131: $154,969 to $203,905 per annum
Application Close: August 10, 2025
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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