Assistant Curator - West Vancouver
1 day ago
Job description
ASSISTANT CURATOR
(Permanent, Full-Time)
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities.
We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.
Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.Responsibilities
The Cultural Services Department has an immediate opening for a permanent full-time Assistant Curator position.
Reporting to the Museum Administrator/Curator, this position will be responsible for:
developing, planning, promoting, implementing and evaluating programs that support the curatorial direction of the Museum;
actively participating and providing program leadership and instruction with assigned special interest groups;
evaluating and interpreting statistics on attendance and participation regularly;
taking an active part in stimulating community interest in arts and culture activities for all ages;
assisting in handling correspondence, preparing reports and writing newsletters and press releases;
providing leadership and training for instructors and volunteers;
monitoring special areas, as required, to ensure that safe practices and rules are followed;
providing information on programs and department policies to group members and the general public in accordance with established practices and procedures;
liaising with community groups and service providers; and,
performing other related duties, as required.
The preferred candidate will possess:
a minimum of either a University degree (Masters preferred) in a related discipline with courses in arts, art history, museum, exhibit practice, or related subjects, or commensurate experience in the arts.
Knowledge of MS Office, exhibit development and installation, and experience with volunteers would be considered an asset.
The successful candidate will have a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License, while a Class 4 BC Driver's License would be preferred.
This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates.
For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.
Position StatusUnion (WVMEA) – Permanent, Full-Time
Hours Of Work
35 hours per week. Hours and days of work may vary. Weekend work required.
Starting Rate Of Pay
$35.49 per hour (2025 rates)
This position has a pay structure with five steps which increases annually.
Closing Date
11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026
To Apply
Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at to apply for this position.
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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