Head of Cultural Heritage (705252)


Department of State Growth
Creative Industries, Sport and Visitor Economy
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - Professional Stream Band 3

Salary:

$125,536.00 to $132,125.00 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

Job description:

The position is focussed on leading the Cultural Heritage team in the management and development of the objects, photographs and documents collections through curation, exhibition development, research, and interpretation. A significant aspect to the role is fostering ties with the diverse Tasmanian community to guide acquisition decisions, encourage donations, maintain engagement, and to enable the growth of academic and general knowledge about Tasmania’s social, political and economic history.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that understands the importance of flexibility. Talk to us about what flexibility may look like for you.

Period of Appointment

Appointment to the role is on a permanent flexible basis (up to 73.5 hours per fortnight).

Duties

  • Lead, support and manage the Cultural Heritage team to foster a collaborative approach to the provision of museum quality services that are responsive to internal and external stakeholder needs.
  • Oversee the ongoing management of the Cultural Heritage collections, including research and registration activities.
  • Curate, project manage and support exhibitions and programs which tell the story of Tasmania through the Cultural Heritage collections.
  • Prepare, implement and report on strategic and business plans for the Cultural Heritage Team to align with TMAG’s policy and legislative frameworks.
  • Undertake provenance and due diligence research for proposed acquisitions and loans to institutional, regulative and legislative framework and policy standards.
  • Respond to public enquiries and facilitate research access to materials held in the Cultural Heritage collections.
  • Provide specialist advice and recommendations on Cultural Heritage acquisitions, deaccessions and loans. Develop and adhere to TMAG policies and procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with staff across TMAG, the Creative Industries, Sport and Visitor Economy Division, and the Department of State Growth.
  • Build relationships with the Tasmania’s diverse communities and professional networks, serving as an ambassador for TMAG and expanding TMAG’s community profile at internal and external events.

Essential Requirements

  • An appropriate related degree and postgraduate qualifications in an appropriate course of study from a recognised university.

The person must continue to satisfy the above essential requirements/qualifications throughout their employment in this role.

Desirable Requirements

  • Postgraduate qualifications in Cultural Heritage or Museum Studies
  • A current driver's licence

Pre-employment Requirements

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this role is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.  The following checks are to be conducted.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this role is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. 

The following checks are to be conducted.

  • Police check – crimes involving dishonesty

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Download File Statement of Duties - Head of Cultural Heritage (705252).docx

Download File Statement of Duties - Head of Cultural Heritage (705252).pdf

Download File Advice to applicants.DOCX

Download File Advice to applicants.pdf

 

For more information

Name: Eleanor Cave 
Position: Deputy Director, Research and Collections
Email: Eleanor.Cave@tmag.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0428 313 866

How to apply

To apply, please provide a one to two page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button.

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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at recruitment@stategrowth.tas.gov.au

Download File Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX

Download File Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf

 

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