Are you passionate about the arts? Would you like to play a role in supporting the creation and production of art in our province? Come work for the Ontario Arts Council (OAC), an agency of the government of Ontario.
The OAC is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility in its workplace and employment practices. We respect the right of applicants and employees to fair and equitable treatment in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code as well as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Diverse perspectives, ideas and lived experiences are assets in serving Ontario’s artists, arts organizations and the people of Ontario. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Available positions
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Why work at OAC?
The OAC prides itself on its collegial work environment, with creative, dedicated and caring individuals who are passionate about the arts and public service.
We provide a comprehensive compensation package, which for salaried employees includes:
- an insured healthcare benefits plan
- a defined benefit pension plan
- an employee and family assistance plan
- extensive paid time-off provisions
- top-up for pregnancy and parental leaves
Our office, centrally located in Toronto, is fully accessible. Hybrid work options are available.
Recruitment process
Generally, the recruitment process involves the following steps.
- Application review by Human Resources and hiring manager
- Arrangements and preliminary questions for those selected for interview
- First-round interviews
- Second-round interviews
- Testing for technical skills, competencies or language proficiency, if required
- Reference checks
- Criminal record and/or social media checks, for some positions
Interviews are held at OAC’s office or online, typically using a panel format. You will receive the interview questions just before your scheduled interview time.
Accommodations for applicants with disabilities
If you have a disability, you can request accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. Depending on your needs, these could include more time to take a written test, communication supports to participate in an interview, etc.
Please contact Human Resources at hr@arts.on.ca or 1-800-387-0058 to ask about accommodations for job applicants and staff.