Location: Newcastle
Opportunity Overview
Join Newcastle Art Gallery during an exciting time of growth and renewal. This permanent full-time role offers flexible working options.
Role Summary
The Curatorial Officer (Collections) will support the Gallery’s curatorial and collections programs, contributing to the delivery of the artistic program. This role involves researching and interpreting works of art, ensuring diligent documentation, display, and care of the permanent collection.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate administration of acquisitions and deaccessions.
- Follow best practices in cataloguing and collection management.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct in-depth object and provenance research.
- Support the development of long-term collection displays.
- Create interpretive materials, public talks, and digital content.
- Collaborate with the Registration and Collections Officer, Exhibitions, and Audience teams.
Ideal Candidate
An organized individual with attention to detail and strong administrative skills. A passion for researching and writing about art, with a broad knowledge of art histories and an interest in First Nations, Australian, and global art.
Benefits
- 35-hour working week with flexible arrangements.
- 4 weeks of annual leave, 3 weeks of personal leave, plus 2 additional paid public holidays.
- 17.5% annual leave loading payment.
- Paid parental leave for primary carers.
- Industry-leading employment conditions.
- Corporate Fitness program from $6.45 per week.
- Access to CN employee benefits, including Novated Lease options and reward vouchers.
- Annual performance development plans and ongoing training opportunities.
- Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (IDE) networks and initiatives.
- Health & Wellbeing programs, including an onsite physiotherapist and mental health groups.
About CN
CN prioritizes employee wellbeing, encouraging work-life balance. CN is committed to creating a smart, liveable, and sustainable global city, delivering valued community services. CN champions inclusion, innovation, and creativity, promoting a safe workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are respected.
Application Details
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 August 2024
Remuneration: $82,981.04 + 11.5% Superannuation for a 35-hour week
Contact: Peter Johnson – Curatorial Lead – 02 4974 2020
Accessibility: Contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for adjustments to the recruitment process or to discuss accessibility requirements.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
