Curator

**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application**

Job Summary
To support the Museum and Heritage Services Manager in providing a high-quality museum service and be responsible for the building, staff, managing and developing the collection and museum environment and resources on a day to day basis. The post holder will be responsible for drafting and implementing museum policies and plans to adhere to Museum Accreditation standards and will implement all policies and plans relating to the acquisition, care, security, conservation, documentation, storage, display of the museum collection. They will be responsible for managing the preparation and installation of museum exhibitions and interpretation and seeking appropriate grants to support museum services, particularly regarding access and interpretation of collections. They will manage an enquiry and information service for the museum, delegating as required.
To act as Duty Officer, taking full charge of the Museum as required.

Hours of work 
36 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment 
Permanent.

Work Pattern
Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. 

Location 
Locations are:
1 x permanent position in Down County Museum.
1 x permanent position in Newry and Mourne Museum, Bagenal’s Castle, Newry.

Whilst the current vacant posts are based in Down County Museum or Newry and Mourne Museum, suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.

Salary 
PO1 SCP 29 - 32, currently £37,336 - £40,221 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).