Curator - Indigenous Culture & Heritage (CICH)

https://www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary (18 Months)

UNION/NON-UNION: Non Union Mgmt Professional

HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week

GRADE: 5
SALARY/HOUR: $44.762 - $52.350 per hour
*Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: 1 Full-Time Temporary (18 Months)

Job Description ID #: A13721

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Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Relations and working in collaboration with the Manager, Heritage Resource Management the Curator - Indigenous Culture & Heritage (CICH) will serve as the primary link between the City of Hamilton’s Tourism & Culture Division and Indigenous communities and will provide advice and leadership on matters pertaining to Indigenous community engagement in the context of cultural and heritage projects. Guided by the principles of the City of Hamilton’s Urban Indigenous Strategy, and as part of a broader curatorial team, the CICH will support the implementation of the Civic Museum Strategy and the planning and development Hamilton Civic Museum’s exhibits, programming and visitor experiences.

This position is outward-facing and will act as a catalyst to bring artists, students, scholars, community groups and different disciplinary thinking into engagement in order to make space for the voices of Indigenous people in the City’s cultural and heritage landscape.

GENERAL DUTIES

Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities, curators, educators, community leaders, artists and creators.

Lead the development and curation of exhibits and visitor experiences related to Indigenous cultural heritage.

Advise regarding management of the Indigenous cultural heritage resources of the Hamilton Civic Museums according to museum standards, legislation, easements, designations and policies including artifacts, archives, archaeology, and structures to ensure they are preserved for future generations.

Initiate, research, communicate and promote the interpretative themes and messages of Indigenous cultural heritage resources according to the Civic Museums Strategy through tours, educational programmes, exhibits, publications, special events, workshops, extension and outreach services for the general public and a wide variety of education and user groups. Ensure that programmes meet the needs of the Indigenous community.

Identify barriers to engagement, museum visitation and program participation for Indigenous people and collaborate as required to improve access.

Oversee consultations with Indigenous communities on exhibit and programming ideas and concepts.

Maintain professional standards for collections management activities across the Heritage Resource Management section including acquiring, studying, identifying, cataloguing, storing and caring for historical significant artifacts according to the museum mandate and museological standards and in consultation and cooperation with the Curator of Collections.

Prepare, maintain and monitor approved operational budgets for exhibitions and curatorial projects.

Initiate, research, communicate and promote the interpretative themes and messages.

Investigate trends, new initiatives, and developments in the area of museology, exhibitions, education, heritage, tourism and new legislation relative to the section.
Provide curatorial and historical expertise to the Department, other city staff and community.

Liaise with other museum and culture professionals.

Prepare grant applications for outside funding agencies and other levels of government to enhance operations or delivery of specific projects and events.

Respond to public requests or complaints in a timely and professional manner.

Ensure that all staff receive adequate and pertinent safety training in order that work is performed in a safe and productive manner.

Ensure that all staff adhere to mandated health and safety standards by monitoring and participating in the employee health and safety program.

Assist in the development, recommendation and interpretation of policies and procedures related to the Heritage Resource Management Section and the Tourism and Culture Division.

Prepare reports and recommendations on culture, heritage and museum issues.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated knowledge and training in museum studies, Indigenous studies and/or visual arts normally acquired through a University Degree or relevant Community College Diploma in Museum Studies, Cultural Heritage Conservation & Management or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

2. Familiarity with the diversity of Indigenous peoples including events, service agencies, community networks and strategies. Lived experience and knowledge of Indigenous cultures, etiquette, protocols, languages. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Indigenous people and their culture, history and traditions, especially in Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as an Indigenous person (First Nations/Inuit/Métis).

3. Demonstrated experience in collaborative and co-creative curatorial practice.

4. Progressively responsible experience in a museum, gallery or relevant cultural institution.

5. A minimum of three years of experience curating Indigenous art and cultural material in an institutional setting.

6. Demonstrated competence in the planning and delivery of exhibitions, public engagement and curation

7. Demonstrated understanding of the complexities involved in cultural heritage collections and exhibitions.

8. Thorough knowledge of Indigenous art, culture, histories, traditions, knowledge systems and contemporary issues.

9. Demonstrated ability to express challenging ideas and concepts orally and in writing.

10. Demonstrated understanding of and respect for multiple forms of knowledge, diverse curatorial practices, research and publicly-engaged scholarship.

11. Strong communication skills and demonstrated understanding of how to engage audiences through multiple platforms in-person and digital.

12. Demonstrated ability to research and prepare reports, briefing notes and educational material.

13. Excellent progressive administrative, managerial, supervisory, financial, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

14. Demonstrated experience in working with diverse communities, including the ability to identify and understand intersecting issues related to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, ethnicity, immigration status, religion and Indigenous heritage.

15. Experience in a computerized environment. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook and database software.

16. Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations such as W.H.M.I.S. legislation, Employment Standards Act and Ontario Human Rights Code, Municipal By-laws, Smoking and Alcohol Policies.

NOTE:

This position may be required to work nights and weekends as well as staggered work hours to meet operational needs.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department.

The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace.

It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants

The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Salary: $44.76-$52.35 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2022-10-12
Expected start date: 2022-12-01

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