Collections and Gallery Manager Holocaust Museum

Job Posting:
Collections and Gallery Manager, Toronto Holocaust Museum

The Toronto Holocaust Museum is a space for education and dialogue about the Holocaust and its ongoing relevance. Through its programs and experiences, it deepens public understanding and inspires visitors to make connections between the Holocaust, world events, and contemporary Canadian life.

As a non‑collecting institution, the THM works closely with the Ontario Jewish Archives (OJA), Blankenstein Family Heritage Centre, the largest repository of Jewish life in Canada.

Reporting to and working closely with the THM’s Chief Curator, the Collections & Gallery Manager will oversee the care of the Museum’s historic collection, collections budget, loans, acquisitions, and galleries in accordance with industry best practices.

• Manage the budget for collection rotations, occasional conservation, and stewardship.
• Update, oversee, and implement the protocols, procedures, and policies related to artifact care.
• Maintain the collection files, database and digitization, and oversee the Digital Asset Management project.
• Work closely with OJA to oversee incoming loans and the THM‑procured donations to the OJA.
• Address undocumented/unclaimed artifacts in the Museum’s historic collection.
• Prepare condition reports as needed.
• Liaise with conservators and preparators as needed.
• Oversee artifact care and installation protocols and timelines during rotations, installations, and temporary exhibitions.
• Support programming as needed.

• Manage Operations Coordinator and provide backup coverage of museum daily operations.
• Maintain the galleries, working closely with campus facilities, vendors, and technicians to ensure the highest museum standards are met.
• Oversee the environmental conditions of the galleries, including Integrated Pest Management (IPM), RH and temperature, general cleanliness, cases, and lighting.
• Oversee emergency preparedness.
• Coordinate with JCC staff as well as campus facilities and security when appropriate.

• Stay informed of current museum registration protocols as well as health and safety protocols.
• Attend and represent the Museum at networking events, conferences, and webinars related to the GLAM sector.
• Occasional evening and weekend work required. Some on‑site Sunday / Friday coverage as needed.

• Post‑secondary education in museum studies or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience working in a museum environment.
• Passionate advocate and visible champion of UJA’s mission, values, and goals, inspiring others through action and unwavering commitment to advancing our shared purpose.
• Strong understanding of artifact handling, storage standards, preventive conservation, registration procedures, and best practices.
• Experience working in archival or hybrid museum‑archive environments is an asset.
• Experience with exhibition installation is an asset.
• Strong organizational, research, and communication skills, with great attention to detail and the ability to multi‑task.
• Experience working with museum and archival collections management software (e.g., InMagic, Past Perfect, MINISIS, or similar) is an asset.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, supporting multiple stakeholders, in a calm and professional manner.
• Strong analytical skills; a problem solver with good judgement.