Oxygen Art Centre is currently looking for a candidate to fulfil one (1) summer employment opportunity: Residency Coordinator (In-person, CSJ). More information about the position and how to apply, below.
Residency Coordinator — Canada Summer Jobs (In-person) Employment Opportunity
Oxygen Art Centre is an artist-run centre located on the tum xula7xw of the sn̓ʕay̓ckstx (otherwise known as Nelson, B.C.) engaging communities throughout Nelson and the West Kootenay. Oxygen provides space and programming for artists and the public to engage with the creation, study, exhibition, and performance of contemporary art in all disciplines.
Oxygen Art Centre’s activities include the Exhibition & Residency Program and the Education program. Oxygen is unique in its structure and provides vital arts and cultural programming. We are currently looking for a Residency Coordinator to add to our dynamic team.
Position duration: June 8, 2026, to August 8, 2026
9 weeks
30 hours/week
270 hours total$17.85/hour
How to Apply:
E-mail Cover Letter and Resume to info@oxygenartcentre.org with the subject line: “ATTN: Residency Coordinator Application.” Please include confirmation of your Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) eligibility.
Deadline: May 6, 2026, at 12AM Midnight PT
Job Description:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Residency Coordinator (CSJ) will assist with day-to-day arts administrative duties with focus supporting the Summer 2026 Residency with textile artists Paige Gratland, Glenn Gear, and Daniel Barrow (July 1 – August 8, 2026), as well as conduct contemporary art research to support the Exhibition & Residency program and assist with the research and production of exhibition catalogues, exhibitions, residencies, and adjunct educational materials.
The Residency Coordinator (CSJ) will conduct the following tasks and responsibilities both in-person and remotely, utilizing an Oxygen laptop to access online platforms such as Gmail, Google Drive, and Zoom, as well as digital platforms such as Word and Excel, which will be provided by the organization.
A typical work week for this position is Tuesday-Saturday at approximately 6 hours per day. Employee will develop a flexible work schedule to support public programming during some evenings and weekends. This position includes working with artists, the public, and independently.
Work will primarily be conducted on site at the centre’s downtown Nelson facility, with research and administrative work to be conducted remotely. The Residency Coordinator (CSJ) will have access to a laptop, software, and technology to support this flexible work arrangement. The Residency Coordinator (CSJ) will develop a work plan and schedule specific to the candidate’s interests and goals with the Executive Director during the Orientation period (June 8-10, 2026).
This position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs. Additional administration through the CSJ portal will be required at the beginning and end of employment contract. Candidates are required to state their eligibility for the CSJ program in their Cover Letter and/or email.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Oxygen’s Residency Coordinator will develop skills in arts administration, contemporary art research, and exhibitionary contexts. This project involves independent work and research with the opportunity to collaborate with artists and experts in the field. The Residency Coordinator will primarily support the artists-in-residence during the summer program working in textiles, craft, and socially-engaged community outreach.
Arts Administration
The Residency Coordinator will assist with day-to-day duties at the Centre including gallery hosting, facility maintenance, arts writing, communication and outreach. The Residency Coordinator will directly assist in an artist residency for Paige Gratland, Daniel Barrow, and Glen Gear (July 1, 2026, – August 8, 2026), and prepare and research for forthcoming residencies and exhibitions.
Contemporary Art Research
Contemporary art research regarding artists and topics explored in Oxygen’s Exhibition & Residency program will form the foundation by which the Residency Coordinator will conduct this project. Developed with the Executive Director, theoretical texts, lectures, and artworks will be determined as a “reading” list.
Final Report
A final report will summarize their research findings. This report can include creative and/or interactive aspects, should this be applicable to the project and candidate.
Communication
The Residency Coordinator will be responsible for communication with their supervisor, as well as liaising with fellow employees, artists, and mentors in their field of enquiry.
This position will be multi-faceted and offer experience throughout all aspects of Oxygen Art Centre under the supervision of the Executive Director.
The Residency Coordinator will be responsible for working in a hybrid fashion, which includes working from home, tracking hours and workplans, maintaining Google Doc files and documentation, virtual and phone meetings with supervisors, and facilitating digital administration from a far, as well as conducting on site labour.
Nature and Scope of Position:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Residency Coordinator will develop arts administration skills and conduct research into contemporary art practices.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate:
>> Is a high school student with an interest in arts and culture OR is enrolled in a post-secondary program in Art History, Art Education, Curatorial Studies, Visual and/or Media Arts, Museum Studies or a related discipline;
>> Demonstrates a keen interest in contemporary art practices;
>> Is responsible, hard-working, enthusiastic, and dynamic;
>> Has a proven ability to communicate effectively.
The Residency Coordinator position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program. Candidates for the position must:
>> Be legally entitled to work in Canada;
>> Be a Canadian citizen nor a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (unfortunately, non-Canadian students holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent status are not eligible);
>> Be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
>> Intend to return to full-time studies in the fall of 2026.
Employment Details:
$17.85/hour
9 week contract
30 hours/week, 270 hours total
Position duration: June 8, 2026 – August 8, 2026
Application deadline: *Wednesday, May 6, 2026*, by 12:00 AM PT
Please submit Cover Letter and Resume to info@oxygenartcentre.org with the subject line: “ATTN: Residency Coordinator Application.” Please include confirmation of your CSJ eligibility.
Oxygen Art Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be scheduled on the week of May 11, 2026.
Learn more information about Oxygen Art Centre by visiting our website, www.oxygenartcentre.org and social media.