Senior Exhibitions Coordinator

Website State Library of Western Australia

Senior Exhibitions Coordinator – State Library of Western Australia 

About Us

The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell the stories of WA’s rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Exhibitions Coordinator to contribute to the delivery our annual exhibitions program.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.

Visit our website www.slwa.wa.gov.au for more information on the State Library and what we do.

Reasonable Adjustment

We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job if you are successful in gaining employment. You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need.

Vacancy

We have a permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) 60 hrs per fortnight role available. Salary: Level 5 $96,307 pa – $105,254 pa (pro-rata) PSCA 2022

The role can include work out of hours (evening or late night) and /or weekends.

The Role

The State Library of Western Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Exhibitions Coordinator who is responsible for managing all internal and external exhibitions at the State Library of Western Australia. They are the central point of contact for all external curators and internal contributing staff and are responsible for exhibition project management, coordination, design direction (supervising both graphic and exhibition design), external loan management, condition reporting, permissions, copyright and the supervision of all external exhibition contractors. This position also manages exhibition finances including budgeting, contract control and quoting. Another key role of this position is to oversee and maintain relationships between SLWA and partner organisations on collaborative or partnered exhibitions.

For further details on the position and the Essential Work-Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact David Craddock, Manager Heritage and Engagement on (08) 9427 3178.

How to Apply

Select the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen at the below link:

https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=365053

Your application should include:

  • a current CV with the contact details of two work related referees
  • a cover letter (maximum two pages) that details your experience, skills and abilities in relation to the Essential Work-Related Requirements.

Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated.  Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical difficulties while applying online, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.

For tips on how to prepare your application visit: https://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/about-us/corporate/employment

Pre-Employment Integrity Checks

So the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:

  • ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.
  • Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).
  • A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).
  • Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance and reasons for leaving.

Depending on the role there may be additional checks, which include:

  • Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation.
  • Working with Children Check for positions that involve child-related work.
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