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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">CURATOR, RICHMOND ART GALLERY<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">CITY OF RICHMOND/DEPT OF ART, CULTURE & HERITAGE SERVICES<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity
to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision “to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed
community in Canada”, then please apply.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Overview<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">The Curator leads the delivery of a broad range of art exhibitions and related programs for the Richmond Art Gallery. They ensure that all exhibits meet a high standard of excellence, are delivered on time and
within budget, and connect with Richmond’s diverse audiences.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">The Richmond Art Gallery (RAG) is a nationally recognized contemporary municipal art gallery. RAG produces a broad range of artistic exhibitions and programs that connect, empower, and provoke conversation with
our diverse communities. We are recognized for bringing artists and communities together through activities that include exhibitions, programs, publishing and collecting. RAG endeavours to be an active member of our Richmond community as a site to cultivate
and foster critical and creative experimentation through community dialogue that is welcoming and inclusive of all people no matter their age or ability.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Leads the delivery of art exhibitions and related programs for the Richmond Art Gallery, and ensures that they meet a high standard of excellence, are delivered on time and within budget.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Takes an active role in the development of strategies across all program areas, including: collections, conservation, exhibitions, research, publications, performance, engagement and education.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Writes curatorial material for exhibitions, publications, articles and promotional material.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Supervises Exhibition Technicians through installation and take down of exhibitions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Hosts, mentors and supports guest curators developing projects at the gallery.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Writes and prepares grant applications and/or assists in the preparation of grant applications as assigned by Director.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Identifies and oversees the presentation of touring exhibitions from other institutions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Presents talks to the public, staff and board regarding RAG exhibitions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Coordinates with the Director all matters related to the collection, including research, budget, maintenance, acquisitions, loan requests and conservation.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Works with volunteers and performs other duties as required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Broad knowledge of contemporary art and ability to work with diverse artistic and community groups with a demonstrated understanding of principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in programming, staff and audience
experience.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Commitment to innovative programming and the proven ability to translate ideas into an ambitious exhibitions program that forges a strong connection to the local community and the art world at large.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Ability to develop and execute a sustainable multi-year program using a team approach to plan and produce complex, interdisciplinary programming.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Skill in managing substantial department, project and program budgets and deadlines.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Leadership ability including interpersonal, planning and organizational skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) oral and written (Traditional/Simplified) language skills considered an asset.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Excellent verbal and communication skills.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Ability to successfully pass a criminal record check.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Qualifications and Experience:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Requires specialized knowledge and skills related to the areas of Art History and Cultural Studies, Studio Arts and/or Curatorial Studies, including contemporary art, interpretation and communication, research
and writing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or additional equivalent combination of experience is preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">A minimum of five years professional museum/gallery experience in similar positions is required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Working Conditions:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Work is performed in an office environment with studio visits which may involve some exposure to dust and chemicals.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="color:black">The City of Richmond has a Covid-19 Vaccination Policy which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination by December 20th, 2021 as a condition of employment.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="color:black">The City of Richmond is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity objectives and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however,
only those under consideration will be contacted. Should you be contacted and require some form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will endeavour to meet your needs to the best of our ability. If you are unsuccessful,
please accept our appreciation for your interest. No telephone inquiries, please. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Additional Information:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Employee Group: CUPE Local 718<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Position Status: Regular Full-Time<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Duration of Appointment: N/A<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Salary Range: $43.09 - $50.88<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Hours of Work: Typical Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:15am - 5:00pm.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Flex Blocking System in Effect: This position is on a flexible-blocking schedule. Hours will be scheduled based on operational need and can include daytime, evening, weekdays and weekends shifts of varying lengths
as each shift can be extended or shortened by moving blocks of time as required within the pay period. Day shifts will be scheduled if there is no operational need for evening and weekend work.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 21, 2021<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Apply here, </span><a href="https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=TRQS8M&cws=37&rid=719">https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=TRQS8M&cws=37&rid=719</a><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">RICHMOND ART GALLERY<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">7700 Minoru Gate <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Richmond, BC V6Y 1R9<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.richmondartgallery.org">www.richmondartgallery.org</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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