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SalarySpecialist – Library and Museum Hub – Curator
$84,451 - $89,150 pa + Superannuation
Full Time
Temporary to 3 January 2025
About us:
The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, that enables the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state of the art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks and included within its boundaries Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals.
The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, there is easy access to public transport, great end of trip facilities and has fantastic shopping options at Belmont Forum shopping centre, Costco and DFO.
About the role:
Co-located with Ruth Faulkner Library in Belmont Hub, the Belmont Museum prides itself on offering visitors of all ages a unique experience ranging from interactive digital displays, hands on children’s activities through to its state-of-the-art climate controlled exhibitions and local history research room. Along with a dedicated restoration room as well as onsite climate-controlled storage, the Curator and a passionate Museum team are well equipped to deliver an amazing local history service to the community.
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Museum Curator to lead the development, implementation and maintenance of quality exhibitions and interactive experiences at the Belmont Museum. Reporting to the Coordinator Library and Museum Hub, this rare opportunity will have you actively leading a small team that are dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich local history of the City of Belmont.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will have previous relevant experience working in a Museum or similar environment. This experience will have equipped you with sound knowledge and understanding of Museum Collection Management including professional museum standards, practices, policies, trends, ethics and interpretive styles. Additionally, you will have;
• The ability to contribute effectively in the setting of strategic directions for Museum services including development and delivery of promotional programmes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and train staff and volunteers.
• Possession of, or progress towards, a relevant qualification in Museum or Heritage Studies or recognised equivalent or equivalent relevant experience.
• The ability to exercise initiative and good judgement when required.
How to apply:
By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’ employment page, where you can access the position description. Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire as well as addressing the listed Essential Position Requirements, then submit your application.
Applications close Monday, 18 March 2024.
Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early, therefore an early application is encouraged.
The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.
For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7***.
