The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1 Assistant Director - Collections Engagement, Art Collections within Parliamentary Engagement Branch.
DPS provides essential services that enable the work of the Australian Parliament. Our functions are diverse, ranging from library services to building management, security, and cultural heritage. A Parliamentary Executive Level (PEL) 1 role at DPS is an opportunity to contribute to the functioning of Australia’s democracy while leading high-performing teams in a dynamic and unique environment.
Art Collections delivers its work through a federated network model of project work groups rather than a traditional hierarchy based on expertise area. This role is a key driver of the success of this model and requires a leader with a strong track record of empowering team members to lead work programs, excellent judgement, and ability to guide dynamic strategic priorities.
The Assistant Director – Collections Engagement, Art Collections is one of two assistant directors within the Art Collections team. This role supports the Director, Art Collections within the Parliamentary Engagement Branch and Corporate Services Division. Responsibilities of this position include leading the team’s delivery of client services, curatorial, public engagement, building occupant liaison, publishing, digital engagement, displays and exhibitions, and other initiatives relating to developing and sharing Parliament House Art Collections (the Collections).
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an arts professional with extensive and directly relevant experience in shaping strategic thinking and leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high quality engagement programs and client services relating to art and/or heritage collections. A strong understanding of conservation decision-making, risk management, and collection management systems is required in this role. We are seeking a leader who is adept at cultivating productive working relationships and inspiring a positive and safe workplace culture within a sensitive operating environment.
The ideal candidate will have highly developed skills in written, oral and interpersonal communication for a range of audiences, contexts, and platforms. They will exemplify personal drive and integrity including a demonstrated ability to undertake procurement and contract management, and develop briefs, submissions, and policies. Skills and experience in web publishing and digital interpretation across platforms is desirable.
The key duties of the position include:
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Eligibility
Tertiary qualifications in in Visual Arts, Museum and Heritage Studies, Australian history, Political science and research, or a similar field.
Experience in the use of Collection Management Systems and Digital Asset Management systems (such as Vernon CMS or Fotoware).
Qualifications and/or experience in conservation, registration, and/or exhibitions management is desirable.
Skills and experience in web publishing and digital interpretation across platforms is desirable.
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.
Notes
At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.
Getting to know the Department of Parliamentary Services
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) supports Australia’s Parliament and parliamentarians through innovative, unified and client focused services. DPS is proud to be the custodian for Australian Parliament House (APH) as the working symbol of Australian democracy and as a significant destination for our citizens and international visitors alike. It is a place where more than 3,500 people work on sitting days and which nearly one million people visit each year.