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- Job ID #31512: Cultural Projects Specialist
- Union: CUPE Local 5167
- Job Description ID #: 6265
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on November 19, 2025.
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Reports to the Manager, provides project support across the Tourism and Culture Division as needed. Responsible for providing overall support to the development and implementation of a variety of creative industry, heritage, animation, placemaking and cultural sector projects for the Division. Provides Divisional representation on external Department/Corporate Teams as assigned. The Cultural Projects Specialist has a strong collaboration role with Managers and staff from the Tourism and Culture Division, staff from other City Departments and community and sectoral partners in a variety of cross-functional teams.
GENERAL DUTIES
Works with Divisional Managers, Divisional staff and with community partners as required to research, initiate, develop, implement and evaluate culture-based short term and ongoing projects and programs using public and sector consultation processes as appropriate.
Works with Divisional Managers and with community partners to build the creative industry and cultural sectoral capacity.
Works with Divisional Managers in the development of RFP’s, terms of references, project charters, project workplans and critical paths, communication and consultation plans, draft reports and other supporting documentation and processes related to the completion of section led strategies, policies, programs, projects and planning initiatives.
Participates in the evaluation, selection, and monitoring of contracted consultants related to sectional initiatives.
Provides support in maintaining ongoing communications with contracted consultants and in the documentation and administration of contracted work.
Supports interdepartmental and/or volunteer Steering Team responsibilities and activities related to Section led strategies, policies, plans, projects and planning initiatives.
Collaborates in the development and delivery of briefing notes, project updates, internal and external presentation, and formal reports to City management and internal and external partners.
Records, maintains and coordinates the distribution of correspondence e.g. agendas, meeting minutes, general communications and documentation related to designated section based Divisional, Departmental and Corporate initiatives.
Investigates and identifies areas in need of research which support specific section focused Divisional, Departmental and Corporate goal setting and service delivery initiatives.
Conducts literature searches, research and analysis related to culture from sources such as Statistics Canada, UNESCO, Creative City Network, and other relevant agencies and libraries to support and inform section based Divisional, Departmental and Corporate initiatives.
Works with Divisional Managers to support the development and implementation of strategies and activities to address Divisional operational improvements and service delivery measurements.
Participates in the process of recording and monitoring related budgets for Tourism and Culture Division initiatives providing reports as required.
Functions as the staff liaison to Tourism and Culture Division community or staff advisory committees as assigned
Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable health and safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated knowledge and competence in supporting the development and implementation of creative industry and culture-based initiatives normally acquired through a combination of a University degree or College Diploma in Cultural Studies, , Public Administration, or a degree in a related discipline, and a minimum of three years’ experience in culture, arts and heritage preferably within a Municipal setting.
- Experience working with volunteer committees and community/sector stakeholders to develop and implement creative industry and culture- based projects.
- Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate critical paths, terms of reference, consultant workplans and reports, and other planning documents.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to work within deadlines and competing
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a wide variety of staff and community/sector based teams.
- Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking
- Understanding of sectoral issues in the creative industry and cultural arts sectors and demonstrated experience working to build capacity and expertise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, facilitation skills and presentation skills.
- Strong research and statistical
- Political acumen with sound interpersonal skills and demonstrated good
- Must possess a thorough knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other web-based applications an asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the position.
NOTE: This position may be required to work nights and weekends, as well as staggered work hours to meet operational needs.
Disclaimer:
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
