At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the vision and strategy for Carleton's art gallery while managing operations and public engagement.
- Company: Join Carleton University, a top employer known for its innovative and inclusive community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and contribute to a vibrant cultural landscape at Carleton.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in the art world and foster community engagement through creativity.
- Qualifications: Graduate degree in art history and 4+ years of leadership experience in public art galleries.
The predicted salary is between 100264 - 130343 $ per year.
About Carleton University
Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations. This capital advantage provides opportunities for staff, faculty, and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world. Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that supports social and economic renewal.
The university’s smart, caring, and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable, and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence, and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work. The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.
Job Type: Continuing Full Time
Salary: 100,264.00 - 130,343.00/Year
Salary Level: NU06
Hours Per Week: 35
Duties And Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the vision, strategy, planning, public profile, impact, and operations of Carleton’s art gallery.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of leadership practices in people management, strategic planning and risk management, policy development, financial management, and stakeholder relationship management.
- Knowledge of Canadian and international art, historic and contemporary.
- Knowledge of best practices in public and educational programming.
- Knowledge of funding models and fundraising from public and private sources.
- Knowledge of marketing and communications planning and execution.
Education And Experience:
- Completion of a graduate level degree in art history or a related discipline.
- Minimum of four years of previous experience in the direction, leadership, and operations of a public art gallery.
HR Note: Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner.
Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.
Health and Safety Requirements:
This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives, and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.
Director – Art Gallery employer: Carleton University
Carleton University is an exceptional employer, recognized as a Top 100 Employer for three consecutive years and a National Capital Region Top Employer for a decade. Located in the vibrant city of Ottawa, the university offers a supportive and innovative work culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth, fostering a community where staff can thrive and make a meaningful impact in education and research.
