Exhibitions Officer - Part Time
Job No:
BRC531
Location:
Bathurst
About the role
As Exhibitions Officer you will support the implementation of Bathurst Regional Art Gallery’s celebrated artistic program comprising curated and gallery-initiated exhibitions, touring exhibitions, artist in residence programs, commissions, and public art projects.
Working with the Exhibition Coordinator, you will assist with program delivery including research and administration, installation and deinstallation, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and bring technical skill and innovation to Gallery exhibitions and programs. You will be an adaptable, collaborative, and focused individual who recognises the important role regional public galleries play in their communities. This is a permanent part time role, 21 hours per week (Wednesday – Friday). There may be opportunity for additional hours at peak operational times.
Key Requirements
- Certificate IV in a field related to visual arts, museums or arts administration or equivalent industry experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of curatorial practice and exhibition development, including research and administration, freight coordination, and loans management.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write for a variety of contexts including exhibition text, social media, and the web.
- Computer literacy with a proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Demonstrated understanding of exhibition installation procedures and object handling, and experience in supervising install teams.
- Demonstrated ability to apply technical skill and innovation in a gallery/museum context, including audio video (AV) and digital platforms.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work cooperatively in a small team including volunteers, casual staff, and contractors.
- Current NSW Working with Children Check.
- Current NSW Class C driver’s licence.
- Current Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
What we can offer
- Work/Life Balance
- Generous leave entitlements
- Corporate gym membership
- Employee education assistance
- Access to training and professional development opportunities
- Access to confidential employee assistance program
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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.
Salary: $786.18 to $826.00 per week + superannuation
Position Status: Permanent Part-time
Hours of work: 21 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday
Application closing date: Monday, 7 October 2024, at 11.30pm
Contact Officer: Alexandra Robinson - 02 6333 6148
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
How to Apply
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.