September 6, 2024

Wanganui District Council

Wanganui

OTHER & PART TIME

Gallery Assistant -Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery (Part time)

Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery - Gallery Assistants - Five Permanent Part-Time

Built in 1919, the Sarjeant Gallery is one of New Zealand's oldest purpose-built galleries.

In November 2024 Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery will reopen its doors in its newly refurbished and extended facility at Pukenamu. With a stunning building, a unique collection of over 8000 items including artworks and archival material and a dynamic exhibition program it's easy to understand why the gallery is recognised as one of the best regional galleries in New Zealand.

About the role:
We are looking for people who are passionate about customer service and art to be part of a small but busy team. As a member of the front of house staff you will be responsible for providing a warm welcome and excellent retail customer service while promoting Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery. If you are friendly, thrive on variety and enjoy a challenge, we would love to hear from you.

About you:

Organised
Takes pride in their work
Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team
Articulate and able to effectively communicate with colleagues and stakeholders.
A strong interest in art and design
Have prior retail, merchandising and/or administration experience would be advantageous

Hours of Work available

25.5 Hours Per Week - Mon 8.30am to 3pm, Tue - Wed & Sun 10am to 5pm
25 Hours Per Week - Mon - Tue 10am to 5pm, Wed & Sun 11am to 5.30pm
23 Hours Per Week - Mon - Tue 11am to 5.30pm, Thu 10am to 3pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
16.5 Hours Per Week - Fri 10am to 5pm, Sat 10am to 3pm, Sun 8.30am to 3pm
20 Hours Per Week - Thu 11am to 5.30pm, Fri 8.30am to 5.30pm, Sat 11am to 5.30pm

If this sounds like you, then please apply via Councils website and follow the prompts.
To learn more about this role please contact Teresa - Business Operations Manager email teresa.cimino@sarjeant.org.nz
Please Note: Only applications submitted via Councils website will be accepted for this role.