About the City of Kalamunda City of Kalamunda is a local authority with a population of 60,000 located approximately a 35 minute drive from the Perth CBD providing the opportunity to work in a varied planning environment, from rural natural bushland to highly developed residential, commercial and industrial areas. About this Opportunity Lead the delivery and performance of visual and public art across the City, positioning creativity as a key driver of place activation, community connection and economic growth. Embedded within the Arts & Experience team, this role works closely with Place, Economic Development and Tourism to deliver integrated, place-based outcomes aligned to the Business Units 5 Pillars approach: Understanding our people and places Empowering community led action Influencing strategy Shaping places that support connection and experience Key Accountabilities Lead the City’s visual and public art programs Oversee Zig Zag Gallery operations and programming Curate diverse and engaging exhibition experiences Lead public art commissioning and delivery projects Manage and steward the City’s public art assets Build strong partnerships across arts and community sectors Collaborate on place activation and creative initiatives Contribute to tourism and creative economy outcomes Drive projects that increase participation and visitation Manage gallery, public art and program budgets Identify grants, partnerships and funding opportunities Monitor program performance, outcomes and community impact Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualification (Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Arts Education or a related discipline) Curatorship, business performance or similar experience Demonstrated experience in Gallery Management Demonstrated experience in Exhibition curation Demonstrated experience in Public art delivery and commissioning Strong understanding of visual arts and creative placemaking As satisfactory National Police Certificate Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Applications requesting work sponsorship will not be considered. Selection Criteria Demonstrated experience delivering arts and/or public art programs Demonstrated financial acumen to support effective decision making Strong project and contract management skills Experience working across multiple stakeholders and sectors Ability to influence outcomes across teams (not just deliver within one) Strategic thinking with strong delivery capability Hours of Work This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight. About the Benefits This position offers a salary of Level 7 $102,391.49 to $108,637.34 per annum, (depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant) plus 12% superannuation. You will also enjoy annual increments, EBA salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, 22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading, Medibank/HIF/HBF Corporate Membership, Retail and lifestyle discounts via the Flare platform, free access to online learning, discounted membership at City owned facilities. We have flexible work arrangements or the option for a rostered day off fortnightly or monthly. Equal Opportunity Statement The City of Kalamunda is anEqual Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of anykind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community weserve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels includedand everyone can realise their full potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr