Careers

Hours: Full time / 37.5 hours per week.

Compensation: $25/hr (plus a competitive benefit package, including a bonus paid vacation week at Winter Break, RRSP matching, Extended Health, Dental Health care, and Personal Wellness Days).

Application Deadline: Until position filled.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

To Apply: Please submit a resume by email to Martin Borg, Chief Facilities Office:
borg[at]vcm.bc.ca

Email subject: Application for Front Desk Administrative Assistant, VCM.

Overview

The Victoria Conservatory of Music is seeking a reliable and patron-focused Facilities Security Worker to join our Facilities team. Reporting to the Chief Facilities Officer, this role is responsible for helping maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, patrons, and visitors through facility monitoring, access control, security patrols, incident response, and outstanding customer service. The successful candidate will be professional, observant, and committed to supporting the day-to-day operations of the Conservatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, patrons, contractors, and visitors.
• Conduct regular patrols of interior and exterior areas to identify and respond to security, safety, and facility concerns.
• Monitor building access and enforce access control procedures for authorized personnel and visitors.
• Respond appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, disturbances, and suspicious activities.
• Provide exceptional customer service while acting as a professional and visible presence within the facility.
• Utilize strong communication and active listening skills when interacting with students, patrons, staff, and visitors.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly, professionally, and respectfully.
• Monitor and report hazards, maintenance concerns, policy violations, and unusual activities.
• Complete daily logs, incident reports, occurrence reports, and other required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collect and document information related to incidents and security investigations when required.
• Support emergency response and evacuation procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Conservatory staff, contractors, emergency responders, and external partners as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive situations.
• Remain alert and capable of standing, walking, and patrolling for the duration of assigned shifts.

Strengths and Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to create positive interactions and experiences.
• Ability to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, staff, faculty, and patrons.
• Strong observation skills with a keen eye for identifying potential risks, hazards, and security concerns.
• Ability to conduct routine security inspections and audits of buildings, grounds, and organizational assets.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, de-escalation, and problem-solving.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency or high-pressure situations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and professional reports.
• Ability to collect, document, and preserve evidence and information when required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
• Commitment to adhering to organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and electronic reporting systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid BC Security Worker Licence.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous security experience in a public-facing environment is considered an asset.
• First Aid and CPR Certification is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required certifications and clearances.

Other Requirements

• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required for all positions at the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must be willing to work in the downtown Victoria area.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as operationally required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a shift.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

We again would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their applications. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.

Hours: A part-time position as an independently contracted service provider, with opportunity for growth.

Compensation: Currently at $47.50 per direct contact client hour or a group rate.

Application Deadline: Ongoing until position is filled.

Start Date: Open.

To apply: Please submit a resume by email to:
Tricia Baldwin, Dean
dean[at]vcm.bc.ca

Are you an Early Childhood Music instructor with certification in ECM methodology? We would love to welcome you to our team to serve our young students at the Conservatory’s Downtown Victoria and Langford campuses, as well as outreach at daycares and community centres. We are seeking instructors certified in Kodály, Orff, and/or other recognized Early Childhood Music Education methodologies. As a member of the Conservatory’s faculty and reporting to the Dean and working with our Early Childhood Music and In-School Coordinator, the successful applicant will be an integral part of the growth and success of our growing ECM program. All faculty are independently contracted as service providers and paid hourly according to established fee grid. The Conservatory’s ECM program is in high demand and offers trained ECM instructors the opportunity to build out their practice at the Conservatory as desired while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

Duties

• Prior experience teaching young children and working with children with parents present.
• Certification in Kodály, Orff Schulwerk, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and/or other recognized Early Childhood Music methodology.
• Post-secondary education in music.
• The ability to play and improvised on two instruments.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, communicate, work with, and maintain relationships with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Personal commitment to practicing high standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer.
• Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

• The successful Early Childhood Music teaching candidate will provide group-based music instruction to students (birth to 5 years of age) and families.
• Knowledge of intervention strategies for children and youth, use of superior improvisational skills and creativity, as well as more structured model sessions.
• Focus on learning outcomes and lesson planning for progressive music learning.
• Candidates should be experienced in working with young children and have basic skills on keyboard, guitar, or other chordal accompanying instruments.
• The ECM instructor will be teaching at the Victoria Conservatory downtown campus, Langford campus, and in the community at daycare and community centres.
• Interaction and communication with participants, parents, caregivers, and staff is clear and effective.
• Ability to take initiative, problem solve, and to work independently is complemented with a strong work ethic built on enthusiasm, positive energy, mutual respect, sensibility, sense of responsibility, and driven by a passion for the field of early childhood music education.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of a recognized bachelor’s degree in music.
• Certification in Certification in Kodály, Orff Schulwerk, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and/or other recognized Early Childhood Music methodology.
• Experience focused primarily on children and youth, including strategic interventions for participants with ADHD.
• Extensive musicianship and improvisation skills.
• Musical aptitude includes familiarity with age-appropriate music repertoire, lesson planning, and learning outcomes.

Other Requirements

• The successful candidate must provide their own transportation to and from both campuses, downtown Victoria and Westhills in Langford and to outreach locations such as daycare and community centres.

Compensation: As independently contracted service providers, Victoria Conservatory of Music Faculty set their hourly studio rate in consultation with their respective department head, and according to the established Conservatory Tuition / Instructor Fee grid. Hourly compensation rates currently range from $41.00 – $60.50/hr.

Application Deadline: September 1, 2026.

Start Date: September 2026.

To apply: Please email a cover letter and resume, relevant supporting materials, and contact information for two references to:
Emily Nagelbach, Classical Winds & Brass
windsbrass.classical[at]vcm.bc.ca

Job Description

As a member of a diverse and vibrant community of artist mentors within the Victoria Conservatory, this part-time faculty position offers the incumbent the freedom to balance teaching flute to students of all ages and levels, while pursuing a professional career as performer and/or recording artist on the beautiful west coast of Canada. As the instructor builds and maintains an active teaching studio in flute, with focus on the Classical genre, supporting the Conservatory’s recruitment efforts, and maintaining regular communications with the department leadership and faculty colleagues, students are guided to becoming well-rounded players with solid technique and musicianship.

The instructor will have a strong desire to be part of a team of dedicated teachers and will encourage their students to participate as appropriate in activities offered through the Conservatory, such as free masterclasses and performance classes, Winds & Brass Department Collage Concerts, studio recitals, special events, and other performance opportunities. Winds & Brass faculty are encouraged to work with their Department Head to develop recruitment opportunities and strategies and create programs which meet the artistic and pedagogical goals of faculty and the musical and social development of students.

Key Responsibilities

Education, Professional Training and Acquired Skills:

• 4 years of postsecondary/advanced level training (BMus) or the professional equivalent with recognized accredited teachers; preferably including having obtained a MMus or equivalent credential.

Experience

• At least 2 years of recognized professional performing in the Classical field, including experience with solo, chamber and ensemble performance.
• At least 2 years teaching/coaching students of a variety of ages and levels.
• Broad and fluent range of knowledge of standard materials for instruction of this discipline, from beginner to advanced, with the ability to demonstrate a level and standard of recognized expertise within this area.
• Experience coaching chamber music, including ensembles with mixed instrumentation, is beneficial but not required.

Compensation: As independently contracted service providers, Victoria Conservatory of Music Faculty set their hourly studio rate in consultation with their respective department head, and according to the established Conservatory Tuition / Instructor Fee grid. Hourly compensation rates currently range from $41.00 – $60.50/hr.

Application Deadline: September 1, 2026.

Start Date: September 2026.

To apply: Please email a cover letter and resume, relevant supporting materials, and contact information for two references to:
Emily Nagelbach, Classical Winds & Brass
windsbrass.classical[at]vcm.bc.ca

Job Description

As a member of a diverse and vibrant community of artist mentors within the Victoria Conservatory, this part-time faculty position offers the incumbent the freedom to balance teaching percussion to students of all ages and levels, while pursuing a professional career as performer and/or recording artist on the beautiful west coast of Canada. As the instructor builds and maintains an active teaching studio in percussion, with focus on the Classical genre, supporting the Conservatory’s recruitment efforts, and maintaining regular communications with the department leadership and faculty colleagues, students are guided to becoming well-rounded players with solid technique and musicianship.

The instructor will have a strong desire to be part of a team of dedicated teachers and will encourage their students to participate as appropriate in activities offered through the Conservatory, such as free masterclasses and performance classes, Winds & Brass Department Collage Concerts, studio recitals, special events, and other performance opportunities. Winds & Brass faculty are encouraged to work with their Department Head to develop recruitment opportunities and strategies and create programs which meet the artistic and pedagogical goals of faculty and the musical and social development of students.

Key Responsibilities

Education, Professional Training and Acquired Skills:

• 4 years of postsecondary/advanced level training (BMus) or the professional equivalent with recognized accredited teachers; preferably including having obtained a MMus or equivalent credential.

Experience

• At least 2 years of recognized professional performing in the Classical field, including experience with solo, chamber and ensemble performance.
• At least 2 years teaching/coaching students of a variety of ages and levels.
• Broad and fluent range of knowledge of standard materials for instruction of this discipline, from beginner to advanced, with the ability to demonstrate a level and standard of recognized expertise within this area.
• Experience coaching chamber music, including ensembles with mixed instrumentation, is beneficial but not required.

Compensation: As independently contracted service providers, Victoria Conservatory of Music Faculty set their hourly studio rate in consultation with their respective department head, and according to the established Conservatory Tuition / Instructor Fee grid. Hourly compensation rates currently range from $41.00 – $60.50/hour.

Application Deadline: Ongoing until position is filled.

Start Date: September 2026.

To apply: Electronically submit a cover letter and resume, relevant supporting materials, and contact information for two references to:
Office of the Dean, dean[at]vcm.bc.ca
Attention: Colin Doroschuk

Job Description

As a member of a diverse and vibrant community of artist mentors within the Victoria Conservatory of Music, this part-time faculty position offers the incumbent the freedom to balance teaching voice to students of all ages and levels, while pursuing a professional career as performer and/or recording artist on the beautiful west coast of Canada. As the instructor builds and maintains an active teaching studio in voice, with focus on the Classical and/or the Contemporary genres, supporting the Conservatory’s recruitment efforts, and maintaining regular communications with the department leadership and faculty colleagues, students are guided to becoming well-rounded singers with solid technique and musicianship. The instructor encourages students to participate as appropriate in activities offered through the Conservatory, including free masterclasses and performance classes, studio recitals and other performance opportunities.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education, Professional Training and Acquired Skills

• Four years of Classical Training postsecondary/advanced level or the professional equivalent with recognized accredited teachers; preferably including having obtained a BMus, DipMus, ARCT, AVCM, or equivalent credential / apprenticeship.
• Piano Proficiency: Able to accompany lessons (sight reading and ability to play from charts/ figured bass).
• Knowledge of, as well as the ability to coach/teach, both the Classical and Popular repertoire.
• Knowledge of Song structures / Composition training as an additional asset will be considered.

Experience

• At least ten years of recognized professional performing in either/or both the Classical and Contemporary fields.
• At least four years teaching/coaching in Classical and/or Popular repertoire.
• Experience touring professionally and/or in-studio work as a recording artist will be considered as additional assets.

Areas of Teaching Specialization

• Classical; Contemporary/Popular; Musical theatre; Rock, Folk, Jazz, and other non-Classical genres.
• Languages: Spoken and written English, working knowledge of French, German and Italian preferred for Classical instruction.