Registrar

Ōtepoti Dunedin really is one of the world's great small cities. We're a small city with a big town vibe. We're a place where greeting strangers is socially expected and helping each other is just what we do. We're visionary, creating cutting edge industries through technology and the health sector to create jobs, careers and lifestyles. Everyone who lives here recognises the special characteristics that make Otepoti Dunedin the place we want to live and call home.

The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.

Are you a passionate, committed collections professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? Toitū Otago Settlers Museum is looking for a strategic and experienced candidate to join the collections and exhibitions team as Registrar. In this role you will be responsible for the care, development and documentation of the permanent collection, inward and outward loans and the support of exhibitions projects under the direction of the Manager collections and exhibitions.

Ideally you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant area and a post graduate qualification in Museum studies
• Previous experience of registration/collection management role in a museum context
• Proven knowledge and experience of VERNON Collection Management software collection
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with members of the public, potential and present donors, community groups and other staff
• Knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to copyright, antiquities, privacy etc

In addition to the above you will have excellent time management skills and ability to plan, set objectives and meet deadlines to ensure the efficient working of the whole team.

What we offer

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Superannuation (after 6 months of service) + free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years
• Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave
• More information of our benefits can be found here DCC careers | Benefits

Salary range: $81,140 - $95,459

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button,or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

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