Museum Operations Assistant

• Salary Package: $74,062 to $79,823 per annum (HEW 4), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
• Appointment Type: Continuing, Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
• Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)

THE ROLE

Macquarie University is looking for a Museum Operations Assistant to support the delivery of a variety of services that provide access to the museum's collections. Duties include administrative tasks such as maintaining the museum's communication channels and front of housework, preparing objects and resources for use in Macquarie University coursework, and assisting with collection management.

ABOUT YOU

An early-career professional with at least 2 years' experience working in a museum environment, you will have high-level administration and organisational skills, an understanding of museum processes and procedures, an ability to work collaboratively, and an enthusiasm for museums, history, and cultural heritage.

ABOUT US

One of the leading arts and humanities faculties in Australia, Macquarie University's Faculty of Arts is home to bold thinkers and passionate educators who are asking the big questions about the world. The Faculty of Arts puts staff and students' engagement and success at the forefront of everything we do.

Macquarie University opened new museum facilities in 2021, combining both the Museum of Ancient Cultures and the Australian History Museum into one History Museum, to house and display both collections. The Museum of Ancient Cultures was the archaeological museum of Macquarie University holding a main collection of objects from cultures distributed largely around the Mediterranean Sea and the Near East as far as the Indus Valley; a small but significant papyrus collection; and a small coin and coin caste collection, primarily of ancient Greek and Roman numismatics. The Australian History Museum holds over 8,000 items reflecting Australia's history from before colonisation to today.

The Macquarie University History Museum brings together unique collections of artefacts from five continents over more than 5,000 years, enabling teachers, students, researchers and visitors to encounter many aspects of the human condition. The Museum provides facilities and services to:

• foster collaborative research and publications with national and international partners
• engage students through participatory learning experiences
• enable access and exploration of collections through permanent and temporary exhibitions, publications, public events and educational programs
• drive ethical museum policies and practices.

The History Museum is a showpiece of the Faculty of Arts' precinct and includes modern curatorial facilities and space for temporary as well as permanent/semi-permanent exhibitions.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your application online, including a covering letter addressing the selection criteria for the position (maximum 2 pages) and your resume.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in museum studies, art history, history, or related field
• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanour when interacting with visitors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using computer software for data entry, communication, and record-keeping.
• Attention to detail, especially when handling valuable artwork, artefacts, and financial transactions.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by museum events and schedules.
• Physical ability to lift and move moderately heavy objects and stand for extended periods during events and installations.

Desirable Criteria

• Prior experience in customer service, hospitality, or Museum Operations
• Knowledge of museum practices, safety protocols, and exhibition procedures

Position Enquiries: Professor, Malcolm Choat, Head of Department of History and Archaeology at *************@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries: Emma Todd, HR Consultant at *********@mq.edu.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Tuesday, 5 March 2024, at 11:59pm (AEDT)

Diversity and Inclusion

Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.

We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.