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Curator Venues

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Work type: Temporary part-time
Location: Sydney Olympic Park
Categories: Curation

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. 

  • Rare opportunity as Curator for iconic NSW Hall of Champions at Sydney Olympic Park
  • Temporary  part-time, 3 days per week opportunity until April 2026 
  • Based on site at Sydney Olympic Park with flexible working supported 
  • Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $98,936.00 to $118 296 + super (pro rated to part time) 

What’s in it for me? 

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed. 

The role  

As the Curator for the NSW Hall of Champions, you'll be at the heart of preserving and showcasing the rich history of sport in New South Wales as well as Sydney Olympic Park's sports venues. Your role involves creating high-quality displays and managing the collection of artefacts, ensuring safe maintenance and accessibility for public enjoyment. You'll also play a key part in the annual Hall of Champions Induction Ceremony, celebrating the achievements of sporting legends. 

Balancing the needs of various stakeholders and safeguarding the integrity of the collection are some of the challenges you'll face. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage resources within budget and time constraints will be crucial in maintaining the value and security of these historical assets. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Curator Venues 

What you will bring to the role 

  • Previous experience in a similar role and demonstrated experience producing high quality exhibitions to museum standards
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
  • Excellent research and writing skills, and attention to detail relevant to the presentation of exhibitions and accurate biographical information of athletes 
  • Solid time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently. 
  • Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes. 
  • Enjoys autonomy and demonstrates proficiency in working independently, taking initiative, and making decisions.  
  • A solid understanding of Collection Management for Museums 

What is an essential requirement: 

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in Museum, Cultural and Caring for and maintaining historical collections
  • Driver’s licence
  • A Working with Children Check is an essential requirement for this role. The role has been identified as requiring a check in keeping with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012
  • Willingness to work across various sites within the Park

About us 

The (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.  

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments. 

Join us 

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. 

Applications close at 11.55pm, Sunday 25th May 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Josie Casal, Centre Manager Aquatic, josie.casal@sopa.nsw.gov.au 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. 

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.  

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'. 

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn 

 

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