Curator

Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably at post graduate level Demonstrated current experience [min 3-4 years’ experience] in collection management in a public arts or cultural institution, including contemporary cultural collection practices [curatorial, conservation, cataloguing, accessioning/deaccessioning, significance assessments]. Demonstrated experience initiating, developing, and executing museum/gallery projects, including exhibitions, imaginatively interpreted and for diverse audiences. Evidence of high-level research skills and analysis Excellent written and oral communication skills, Experience managing several projects concurrently and to work well under pressure. Advanced skills in the use of museum IT systems, including the use of databases eHive/Vernon/KeMU or similar, Microsoft Word, Power-point, Excel. The ability to work flexible hours is an inherent requirement of the role, including some weekend and after hours work for events and programs.

The Curator will work closely with the Director to develop an annual exhibitions program that will both attract and engage visitors in our collections and other exhibition projects. As both a museum and gallery, this is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of subject matter from maritime subjects to art using contemporary communication and display strategies.

Within the scope of this position, there are opportunities are to support the presentation, promotion and advocacy of contemporary First Nations art and culture and in this regard the Museum has a Reconciliation Action Plan, which outlines our commitment to the Aboriginal Communities in the local area.

The Museum supports staff with professional development opportunities and training through our network with other organisations.

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