October 17, 2024

Hawkesbury City Council

Windsor

PART TIME

Museum and Gallery Programs Officer

Closing date: 7/11/2024 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Windsor, NSW

Department: Arts and Culture

Employment type: Part-Time

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

Part time / 21 hours per week
Pro Rata Salary from $51,747 per annum
Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team within the Arts and Culture sector in the vibrant region of Western Sydney. Based in Windsor, NSW, and reporting to the Gallery and Museum Coordinator, the purpose of this role is to research, develop and deliver innovative, multidisciplinary, inclusive and accessible programs, events and audience engagement with the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery and Hawkesbury Regional Museum’s visitors.
About You
You will have demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will have excellent organisational, problem solving and time management skills with the ability to complete tasks within deadlines. You will be passionate about engaging with diverse audiences and developing effective programs as well as proven capability to foster community participation, access and engagement.

Essential Criteria

Related tertiary qualifications and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant field such as arts education, public programs, museums studies, and or visual arts
Experience in project coordination including the proven ability to plan projects effectively and achieve desired outcomes
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative and structured learning programs and resources for diverse audiences such as youth, CALD, mature, disability/access
Demonstrated experience in primary and/or secondary education and a good knowledge of NSW History and Creative Arts syllabuses
Knowledge of current research arising in education, Gallery/Museum based learning and or an understanding of museum standards and the gallery/museum sector
Class C Drivers Licence
Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Desirable

First Aid Certificate
Demonstrated experience to work with social media and online resources to effectively engage audiences
Demonstrated experience to work in small multi-disciplinary team, with limited resources and supervision

The Rewards
Working at Hawkesbury Council has exciting benefits for our team members, including:

Great working environment
Paid Parental Leave
Health and Wellbeing Program
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Employee Performance Review and Planning System
Fitness Passport OR Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.
Applications close Thursday, 07 November 2024
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.