Address- Permanent / Full-time position
- Salary from $87,329 to $94,389 per annum, plus superannuation
- This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark and join one of the fastest growing local governments in Australia
About the position
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic creative professional to manage the Wanneroo Regional Gallery and deliver arts and cultural exhibitions and programs that engage the City of Wanneroo's diverse and growing community.
The Gallery Curator will manage the Wanneroo Regional Gallery's exhibition program, as well as oversee the daily operations of the facility.
Reporting to the Coordinator Cultural Services, this role will provide excellence and variety in art and cultural exhibitions, programs and events to foster creativity in our City. The preferred candidate will have an understanding of the public sector, in supporting arts and cultural services; and have a high level of communication and negotiation skills.
As a collaborative member of the Cultural Development Team, you will be responsible for:
- Curating, developing, implementing and evaluating art and cultural exhibitions and programs.
- Coordinating and administrating art gallery spaces to facilitate exhibition programming and associated activities.
- Developing and implementing communication plans to promote cultural exhibitions and programs.
- Managing a small team, allocating tasks to ensure exhibitions and gallery operations meet corporate and industry standards.
- Liaison across internal teams to maximise impact of arts and cultural development programs.
- Managing external stakeholder relationships including but not limited to: partnerships, artists, art groups, committees, and community organisations.
About you
We are seeking a passionate and creative Gallery Curator with high-level interpersonal skills and experience in delivering high quality exhibitions, supporting programs and events. This will include management of our exciting 2-year partnership with the National Gallery of Australia to share a selection of original works by Andy Warhol with our community.
You will be experienced in handling, condition reporting, and presentation of artworks and cultural objects.
As such, you will be able to demonstrate through your resume and cover letter that you meet the following capabilities:
- Experience in exhibition programming and coordinating a gallery space.
- The ability to create promotional material to showcase the Wanneroo Regional Gallery and exhibitions program.
- The ability to support existing cultural activities and establish new initiatives in partnership with arts organisations, community groups, arts groups, and networks.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, and work, with artists and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of best practice handling, condition reporting, care and presentation of artwork and cultural objects.
- Ability to lead a team in a customer focused environment.
- University degree in relevant discipline such as Fine Arts, Arts Administration or equivalent is required.
Why work for the City of Wanneroo
The City offers a range of employment benefits including:
- Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
- Five weeks annual leave;
- Free on-site parking;
- A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;
- Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements);
- Professional development opportunities;
- An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
- An opportunity to work closer to home.
To find out more about our benefits, click here!
About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the chance to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.
We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!
Interested?
If this position sounds like your next career step - and you're keen to spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you're passionate about - then apply now with a cover letter and resume. We look forward to receiving your application.
Reference Number: 19700
Close date: Sunday, 30 June 2024 (9pm AWST)
Position Description - Gallery Curator - June 2024.pdf
For further information regarding the position, please visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact us Elizabeth Kruger on (08) 9405 5***.
Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.
