Gippsland Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) Programming Officer

Permanent Full-Time position

Location: Traralgon

Band 5 Salary: $78,456.56 - $90,192.96

We are seeking a dynamic Programming Officer to deliver the performing arts program across Creative Venues, including the Gippsland Regional Performing Arts Centre (GPAC).

About this role:

In this role you will coordinate venue bookings, ensuring seamless operations, and facilitate effective communication between technical production teams, front of house staff, and visiting artists.

You will also support community engagement through various programs that reflect local interests and cultural values.

The ability to balance artistic and technical requirements while maintaining high standards of service and compliance to provide engaging experiences for the community is crucial in this position.

About You

You will have:

• Proven experience in project management planning, coordination, and delivery within budget and timelines and demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programs in a performing or community arts context.
• Proven event and/or venue management skills in a performing arts setting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a creative team.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across a range of stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of OH&S principles in arts and venue environments.

Also desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in Performing Arts Management, Programming, or equivalent experience in an arts-related role.
• Experience using a range of ticketing and booking systems.
• Experience in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of arts programming in a venue or community setting.

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check.

Go Further at Latrobe City Council

A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will be immersed into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you.

Why work for us?

At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees.

We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance, and flexible working options.

We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.

To apply

Visit www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers to submit your application and respond to the Key Selection Criteria.

Applications will close at 11.59 PM on Wednesday 14 May 2025.

Contact Nancy Milligan, Manager Creative Venues, Events and Tourism on 0419 641 116 for a confidential discussion.

Child Safe Organisation

Latrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at [email protected] or by calling 1300 367 700.

We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at [email protected] or call 5128 6113 noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Latrobe City Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.