Clerk, Gibson Art Museum

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum’s purpose is to encourage open and inclusive learning about our past, current, and future worlds by supporting the work of critically engaged and research-driven visual artists. We organize exhibitions, public commissions, publications, residencies, and a diverse array of public programs, within the context of Simon Fraser University—a public research university known for its radical beginnings and commitment to community engagement and interdisciplinary research.

Coordinates the realization of special projects and publications at the Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum; coordinates in-house publishing and printed/online communication materials. coordinates public events relating to special projects and publications; maintains financial records, coordinates expenditures and reconciles expenditures to monthly commitment reports; liaises with commissioned artists and writers as directed; undertakes research as directed to support projects’ development as directed.

Additionally, welcomes visitors to gallery and as necessary sits the welcome desk and provides orientation and introduction to exhibitions; updates payroll.

Core competencies for this position include excellent knowledge of InDesign and other Adobe creative suite platforms; effective and clear communication (including actively listening, accurately reading non-verbal communication and successfully conveying information, thoughts and ideas with impact and influence); respectful and inclusive (contributing to a welcoming and inclusive university by valuing diversity and being open, compassionate and respectful); build relationships and work together (intentional about building and maintaining strong, positive and effective relationships, teams, collaborations).

High school graduation and one year of post-secondary education or formal program equivalent, including courses or training in visual arts; accounting/bookkeeping procedures; editing; website, spreadsheet, database, Adobe Creative Suite, and desktop publishing applications. 3 years experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

• Excellent knowledge of contemporary museum or gallery administration practices.
• Excellent knowledge of art gallery protocols and presentation techniques.
• Ability to use word processing, art cataloguing/database, spreadsheet, e‑mail, and web development applications (e.g., Word, File Maker Pro, Excel, Dreamweaver, HTML) at an intermediate level.
• Ability to use graphic design and desktop publishing applications (e.g., Adobe In-Design, Photoshop, and Illustrator) at an advanced level.
• Ability to work independently.

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

• An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
• After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20%
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

The assignment end date is 6 months from the start date.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

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