This position is responsible for coordinating the curator activities for Wanuskewin’s East and West galleries, as well as the Exhibit Hall areas, and Artist in Residence program.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Wanuskewin’s collection of artifacts and works of art. This includes management of policies, researching best practices, managing acquisitions and dispositions, and maintaining the database.

• Responsible for overseeing art installations and curating exhibitions.

• Supervises the Gallery Assistant in planning, organizing, interpreting and presenting exhibits and lectures.

• Supervises the Gallery Assistant in coordinating the Olivia & Greg Yuel Artist-in-Residence Program.

• Maintains the permanent exhibit hall and displays objects or collections in a way that makes them accessible and engaging to the public.

• Writes materials and articles for the website, internal and external publications.

• Participates in administering grants and projects, including applications and reporting.

• Negotiates loan items and external loans and accompanying funding.

• Manages department and project budgets.

• Liaison and network with stakeholder organizations and industry professionals.

• Demonstrates a commitment to safety in the workplace, including in one’s own work, that of the team and that of the entire organization.

• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Fine Arts, or a related degree.

• 4 years’ experience direct museum or with an established gallery.

• A suitable combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.

• An acceptable criminal record check.

• A class 5 driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract.

• Extensive knowledge of North American Indigenous arts and cultures would be an asset.

Wanuskewin has a priority to hire Indigenous candidates; please note in your cover letter if you choose to disclose.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $69,746.00-$81,607.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Work Location: In person