Coordinator Arts and Culture

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At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Job No: SC

Location: Singleton

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

We're looking for a passionate and experienced arts and culture professional to lead the Singleton Arts & Cultural Centre (SACC) as our next Coordinator Arts & Culture (Gallery Director).

You'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality exhibitions, inclusive public programs, and community engagement initiatives that contribute to Singleton's cultural identity and creative economy. This is a people leader position that combines vision, strategy, and hands-on delivery, offering the chance to shape a growing regional arts centre with national ambition.

What you'll be doing;

  • Deliver engaging exhibitions, events, and public programs that inspire our community and draw new audiences
  • Lead a creative, high-performing team focused on access, inclusion, and impact
  • Build meaningful partnerships with artists, organisations, and funding bodies
  • Manage operational resources, budgets, and funding applications to support sustainable service delivery
  • Promote the Arts & Cultural Centre as a vibrant cultural destination and enhance its visibility in the region
  • Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders and the Singleton Arts & Cultural Advisory Group

About You

You'll be a confident leader and curator of ideas with a strong background in the gallery or cultural sector. You thrive on collaboration, are comfortable with complexity, and understand what it takes to run a high-quality arts venue in a regional context.

To Succeed In This Role, You'll Have
  • Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in visual arts, arts management, cultural policy, or museum/gallery practice
  • Proven experience delivering exhibitions and public programs in a public gallery or similar institution
  • Strong people leadership, project management and budgeting skills
  • A track record of growing diverse audiences and engaging community through arts initiatives
  • Experience securing and managing grants and external funding
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

It Is Desirable If You Also Have
  • Experience working in or with local government
  • Knowledge of public art, First Nations engagement, or cultural inclusion practices
  • Membership in relevant industry bodies (e.g. PGNSW, M&G NSW, NAVA)

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 14 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $112,708 - $126,782 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your Wellbeing Benefits Include
  • Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
  • Health + Wellbeing Leave
  • Fitness Passport
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your Flexible Work Benefits May Include
  • Work from home
  • Rostered Day Off
  • 9-day fortnight
  • 4-day week

Your Leave Benefits Include
  • Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick + Carer's Leave
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years
  • Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Domestic + Family Violence Leave
  • Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your Development Benefits Include
  • Training Courses + Professional Development
  • Education Assistance
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Emerging Leaders Program
  • 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:
  • ESSPecialist Program Awards
  • Service Awards
  • Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Nicole Rindal, Manager Community Experience and Events on

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 19 AUGUST 2025.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeOther
Job function
  • Job functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
  • IndustriesNewspaper Publishing

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