Starting $90, 813 + super (pro-rata)   Emerald location  3 days per week  Join our Environment and Heritage team in an impactful role Together, Different Future   As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.   We are looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.   About the opportunity   This is your chance to be at the forefront of implementing the Emerald Museum Strategic Plan. You’ll play a pivotal role in promoting and shaping the future of our beloved Emerald Museum while ensuring the smooth operation and management of our treasured collection and lead the delivery of programs for visitors and the community. You will make an impact by  Implementing and leading future reviews of the Emerald Museum Strategic Plan  Developing and implementing museum-specific policies aligned with National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries.   Creating, maintaining, and reviewing collections strategies to engage stakeholders and the wider community.  Providing training and oversight of volunteers in all aspects of the Museum’s collection management.  Liaising with tourism and cultural networks across the Shire to assist with publicity, promotion, and marketing opportunities.  Keeping up to date on best practice relevant to the requirements of the position.  What you will bring Tertiary qualifications in museum studies, art curatorship, tourism, or industry qualification and/or equivalent experience in a comparable environment.  Experience in project coordination, planning, and implementation, with a focus on museum collection management practices, policies and procedures and process improvements.  Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management, especially in managing creative outputs in an environment with competing deadlines.   Proven experience in museum collection management.  Experience in museum conservation, including classifying specimens, cataloguing, and maintaining records of collections.  Strong attention to detail in museum collection management, data analysis, and report writing.  Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management, especially in managing creative outputs in an environment with competing deadlines.   This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the cultural heritage of our community. If you’re passionate about museums and eager to contribute to a vibrant and evolving institution, we want to hear from you Why work with us   Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.   Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.   A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.   A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.   Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.   To apply   Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.   Applications close, Sunday, 2nd February 2025.  For further information regarding the role please contact on Warren Smith, Coordinator Climate Change and Heritage 5943 4687 or refer to the position description.   Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.   All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.  You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.    Position Description AUD Emerald 3782

Museum Officer

Starting $90, 813 + super (pro-rata)  
Emerald location 
3 days per week 
Join our Environment and Heritage team in an impactful role

Together, Different Future  

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  

We are looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  

About the opportunity  

This is your chance to be at the forefront of implementing the Emerald Museum Strategic Plan. You’ll play a pivotal role in promoting and shaping the future of our beloved Emerald Museum while ensuring the smooth operation and management of our treasured collection and lead the delivery of programs for visitors and the community.

You will make an impact by

 Implementing and leading future reviews of the Emerald Museum Strategic Plan 
Developing and implementing museum-specific policies aligned with National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries.  
Creating, maintaining, and reviewing collections strategies to engage stakeholders and the wider community. 
Providing training and oversight of volunteers in all aspects of the Museum’s collection management. 
Liaising with tourism and cultural networks across the Shire to assist with publicity, promotion, and marketing opportunities. 
Keeping up to date on best practice relevant to the requirements of the position.

What you will bring

Tertiary qualifications in museum studies, art curatorship, tourism, or industry qualification and/or equivalent experience in a comparable environment. 
Experience in project coordination, planning, and implementation, with a focus on museum collection management practices, policies and procedures and process improvements. 
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management, especially in managing creative outputs in an environment with competing deadlines.  
Proven experience in museum collection management. 
Experience in museum conservation, including classifying specimens, cataloguing, and maintaining records of collections. 
Strong attention to detail in museum collection management, data analysis, and report writing. 
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management, especially in managing creative outputs in an environment with competing deadlines.

This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the cultural heritage of our community. If you’re passionate about museums and eager to contribute to a vibrant and evolving institution, we want to hear from you

Why work with us  

Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  
Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  
A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  
A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply

  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  
Applications close, Sunday, 2nd February 2025. 
For further information regarding the role please contact on Warren Smith, Coordinator Climate Change and Heritage 5943 4687 or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624. 

 All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

 You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role. 

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