HRO 30R – Curator, History

Posting Title
HRO 30R – Curator, History

Position Classification
Heritage Resources Officer R30

Union
GEU

Work Options

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$90,797.03 – $103,685.14 annually

Close Date
9/26/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Royal BC Museum

Ministry Branch / Division
Archives, Research and Collections Division

Job Summary

Curator, History
Research and Collections Management Department
Archives, Collections and Research Division
Full Time – Permanent – Two Positions
Heritage Resources Officer 30
Annual Salary Range:$90,797.03 – $103,685.14

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX? Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province’s diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX? Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.

The Research and Collections, History department of the Royal BC Museum provides for the acquisition, documentation, preventative conservation, preparation, and management of the human history collections. The department plays a central role in preparations for packing and moving the Royal BC Museum collections to a new Collections and Research Building in 2026. Staff plan, execute and track progress, and evaluate collection management of the collections in consultation with respective Curators, Collection Managers and Researchers, Sr. Lead, Prep Pack and Move, and Director of Research and Collections, History towards prep, pack and move goals. Staff support educational and research access to the collections, information and curatorial expertise as required.

The Curator, History is responsible for the following functions: collect, preserve, and make available objects, specimens and artifacts documenting the human and natural history of the province that meet the criteria of the Collections Strategy; work with staff across departments to follow best practices and make informed decisions regarding acquisitions, care and handling, storage and access to the holdings; and conduct original and general research on the collections and areas of their individual specialties in order to interpret and disseminate knowledge about the collections and about their discipline or specialty in relation to the collections.

We are currently looking for two Curators who will bring a wealth of expertise to our team. The ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree or Doctorate in History, with four years of museum experience. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered. This role requires proficiency with community-driven project development and research. Knowledge of exhibit development methodology, the ability to interact well with the public, and high proficiency in the use museum database software for collection management will be an asset.

We welcome those interested in this opportunity to review the job description for a more detailed description of the position. If this role sounds like the next step in your career, we invite you to apply and contribute your expertise to our dynamic team.

Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements.To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act.Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.

An eligibility list may be established for similar future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed with the job profile.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in pdf format by Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 11:59 pm (PST) with the following subject line: Last Name, First Name, RB2024-38 via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Additional Information:

This position requires a Criminal Records Check under the BC Public Service Screening Policy and the Criminal Records Review Act. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status).

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) person seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or call #778-405-3452.

Job Category
Administrative Services, Leadership and Management, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical