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First Nations Curator (Identified: Australian First Nations)
SLQ South Bank
We are looking for a dynamic First Nations Curator with specialised experience working with archival collections, curating exhibitions and public programs, and engaging meaningfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to preserve and share their stories.
You will play a key role in our Collection Curation and Engagement team connecting communities and collections, and telling stories that inspire and challenge State Library's online audiences and visitors.
It is a genuine occupational requirement for this position to be filled by an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander person, as permitted by and arguable under, Sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Arts/Culture/Heritage |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SLQ702459 |
| Closing date | 13-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Olivia Robinson |
| Contact details | 0409483081 Access the National Relay Service |
This role is an identified role under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld),
it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
The role focusses on engaging with communities,curating exhibitions, and delivering public programming that share the experiences and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As the First Nations Curator you will also provide specialised advice and research onState Library's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collections.
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role.
If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
- Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
- Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
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