Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada
Application Deadline: 05/30/2025
Contract: Regular Full-Time
Hours: 35 hours/week
Salary: CA$68,595–85,685 annually
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), one of North America’s largest art museums, is seeking an Assistant Registrar, Exhibitions. The role supports the coordination of temporary exhibitions, managing incoming loans, logistics, and ensuring the safe handling, transport, and documentation of artworks.
Main Responsibilities
- Liaise with lenders and internal departments to assess loan requirements
- Maintain accurate records in TMS (The Museum System) and digital files
- Conduct condition checks and oversee installation inventories
- Coordinate insurance and indemnity documentation
- Support customs clearance, couriers, and shipping logistics
- Respond to emergencies involving exhibition loans
- Prepare reports and uphold data and museum standards
Candidate Profile
- Degree in arts, museum studies, or related fields
- 3–5 years of museum experience in registration or collections management
- Skilled in art handling, conservation, insurance, and customs
- Proficient in TMS and Microsoft Office; experience with NetX preferred
- Knowledge of Canadian and international museum standards (e.g., CITES, Cultural Property Act)
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
