Curatorial Assistant



The Opportunity

The Town of Grimsby is committed to building a future that welcomes innovative new ideas while
protecting and preserving its distinct heritage. It is a place where leaders are committed to
sustainability and honouring Grimsby\xe2\x80\x99s treasured natural setting. Grimsby has become a sought-
after community where residents enjoy waterfront living, historic neighbourhoods, active living,
and world class natural amenities. It is conveniently located in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton
Area (GTHA) in a region that is home to Niagara wineries, agriculture, cuisine, and internationally
recognized attractions.

Established in 1975, the Grimsby Public Art Gallery is a non-profit public art gallery,
featuring exhibitions of contemporary artwork and a wide range of art classes and workshops for
both children and adults, school tours and special events.

The Portfolio

Reporting to the Art Gallery Manager/Curator, the Curatorial Assistant is responsible for working
with the GPAG Permanent Collection and temporary art exhibitions at the gallery. The primary
goals of the position are to research and update information about works in the collection for
inclusion in the collection database, and to present information about the collection and exhibited
artworks to the visiting public. Tasks will include examining and inventorying artwork; research to
develop accurate content for collection files; preparing artwork for exhibition; and preparing
relevant educational material for public presentation.

Please note this position is subject to grant approval.

The Candidate

As a candidate for this position, you are currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program
specializing in Fine Arts, Art History or Cultural Studies with a specific interest in gallery work.
You have a good understanding of art history and possess the ability to recognize different art
media. You are organized, meticulous and have an attention to detail.

Working for the Town of Grimsby

The Town of Grimsby offers candidates for this position $16.31 per hour (Band 1, 2023 rates).

The Town supports the health and wellness of our employees; a commitment that is demonstrated
through free access to Town recreation facilities for employees and flexible working arrangements
during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

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How to Apply

If you are excited by this opportunity, we are excited to hear from you!

We invite you to submit your application to hr@grimsby.ca by April 25, 2023 at 4:30 PM. Please
quote the posting number in the subject line.

A full job description can be found below or visit www.grimsby.ca under \xe2\x80\x9cCareer Opportunities\xe2\x80\x9d.

Posting #: 32-2023

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Grimsby is an
equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment. We
will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources, hr@grimsby.ca if you need
assistance.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for
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JOB POSTING

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Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collections (40%)

1.1 Inventory, examine and clean artwork from Art in the Schools program. Update
information panels as necessary for 1.2 Inventory and examine artwork in collection confirming location, examining
physical condition, assessing accuracy and completeness of existing records in
Past Perfect database 1.3 Research and update information in the Past Perfect collection database, including
confirming artist information such as birth & death dates, donor & exhibition
records, documentation of exhibition and copy right permissions as applicable 1.4 Write accessible descriptions of artwork for use in future digital display
1.5 Propose artwork for end of year collection exhibition and ensure that pieces selected by the Curator are prepared for display

2. Programming (25%)

2.1 Uses the research and information on select collection pieces to prepare and
present virtual or in-person illustrated talks for the public 2.2 Uses information and analysis of the current exhibition to prepare and present in-
person or virtual exhibition tours 2.3 Writes brief articles about collection pieces and/or the current exhibition for
publication in the gallery newsletter, website, and social media

3. Exhibition (20%)

3.1 Prepares information provided by guest curator of fall exhibition for brief promotional write ups, labels and text panels
3.2 Supports exhibition change at end of summer by helping with de-installation and return of artwork, preparation of gallery walls and unpacking and installation of new
work

4. Other (15%)

4.1 Supports Art Gallery staff with special events including set-up and take down,
presentation of activities, providing information to public 4.2 Serves customers and processes gift shop sales; answers phones; welcomes
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4.3 Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety
Act, associated regulations, other applicable legislation, Town by-laws, policies,
procedures, and guidelines. 4.4 Other related duties, as assigned.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Education \xef\x82\xa7
Currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program specializing in Fine Arts, Art History or Cultural Studies with a specific interest in gallery work.

License, Registration and Training \xef\x82\xa7
Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check \xef\x82\xa7
Valid First Aid & CPR certificates an asset

Experience \xef\x82\xa7
Some recent related experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities \xef\x82\xa7
Good understanding of and the ability to recognize different art media. \xef\x82\xa7
Good understanding of art history. \xef\x82\xa7
Writing skills. \xef\x82\xa7
Organized, meticulous and attentive to detail.

A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.





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