Conservator –Painting

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Assessment accommodation

In order to be considered, candidates must meet the essential qualifications. Candidates do not have to meet the asset qualifications as indicated under the section “ The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) . “ These qualifications are considered “nice to have” but not essential.

Duties

In the conservation treatment laboratories, we work with our clients, primarily heritage professionals and institutions in Canada, to contribute to the knowledge of, the accessibility to and the sustainability of their collections over time. We are a dynamic and creative multidisciplinary team of conservation professionals who develops innovative solutions, tools and approaches for the treatment and preservation of collections objects.

The Paintings conservator leads conservation treatments and experimental projects.

This person shares and communicates experience and projects results to the heritage community through different types of communication, such as publications, conferences or videos.

This person provides expert advice and training on matters pertaining to painting conservation and preservation.

This person acts as an advocate for heritage conservation nationally and internationally.

Work environment

The Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI) is one of the few heritage conservation organizations with a national mandate, and is renowned internationally for its expertise and leadership. Working at CCI means collaborating with a diverse team of professionals in conservation treatment, preventive conservation and conservation science, and with specialists in publications, communications and training. Having all of these specialties under one-roof leads to many opportunities for developing innovative, inclusive, multidisciplinary approaches. CCI staff work with their clients – primarily heritage professionals and institutions in Canada. They also maintain close connections with organizations and colleagues from around the world to collaborate on research projects or to share their knowledge at professional conferences.

CCI is part of the Department of Canadian Heritage, which is committed to building a culturally safe and accessible workplace. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse abilities and from all backgrounds and identities, including members belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Racialized Communities, Persons with Disabilities, and equity-deserving groups such as LGBTQ2+.

Indigenous communities (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) in Canada are diverse and have customs that dictate the care and handling of sacred or other important items. CCI recognizes the importance of respecting all such protocols and strengthening partnerships with Indigenous Peoples, guided by reconciliation. As such, CCI recognizes the special status of Indigenous applicants as the holders of unique Aboriginal and treaty rights.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
Diploma from a post-secondary institution in conservation, with a specialization in paintings conservation.

"https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/degree-equivalency.html" Degree equivalency

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
- Recent* experience in the conservation treatment of paintings
- Experience in designing and managing conservation treatment projects

*Recent experience is what would normally be acquired by a person in a position where conservation treatment of paintings was their main functions for approximately five (5) years within the last ten (10) years

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English or French

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES
• Heritage Conservation Techniques, which include the knowledge, understanding and application of;
- the science and technology of paintings
- the principles of conservation and methods used for the preservation and conservation of paintings
- ethical issues associated with the conservation of paintings
- the ability to carry out complex conservation treatments.
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• General administration and management
• Communication
• Service excellence
• People management
• Leadership

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Qualifications
Experiences
- Experience in conservation treatment of contemporary art
- Experience in conservation treatment of paintings on non-canvas supports (i.e. glass, wood, heritage interiors, etc.)
- Experience in developing and/or delivering training
- Experience in working on conservation-related research
- Experience in writing and publishing and/or giving conference presentations

Knowledge
- Knowledge of Aboriginal and treaty rights in Canada and domestic and international Indigenous rights declarations and instruments as these pertain to museums and collections.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
In support of achieving a representative workforce and our employment equity goals, consideration may be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Peoples, persons with a disability and members of visible minorities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness and ability to travel in Canada and abroad
- Willingness and ability to work off-site
- Willingness and ability to work in a laboratory space with possible exposure to chemical vapours or dusts and where minor discomfort may occur. The person will have to comply with the OHS requirements that apply in a Federal environment, such as Canada Labour Code - Part II, Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, etc
- Willingness to work overtime

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.