Chief Curator & Director of Exhibitions and Programs

The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (AGGV) seeks a visionary senior leader.

Located in Victoria, BC, on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, the AGGV is Vancouver Island’s largest public gallery, stewarding over 20,000 artworks.

The Role

As a member of the senior management team, you will provide strategic oversight for exhibitions, programming, and collections. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure the Gallery’s vision remains inclusive and engaging to diverse audiences.

Curatorial and Programming Leadership

• Artistic Vision: Direct the overarching strategy for curatorial projects and public engagement.
• Exhibition Oversight: Lead the lifecycle of original and traveling exhibitions from concept to installation.
• Collection Growth: Drive strategic acquisitions and the stewardship of the permanent collection.

Institutional & Team Leadership

• Institutional Leadership: Support organizational governance, fundraising, and community partnerships.
• Team Mentorship: Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment for Curatorial and Programs staff.
• Advocacy: Represent the Gallery publicly through media interactions and professional networks.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate degree (MFA or MA) in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field with expertise in a least one of AGGV’s collecting areas
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive curatorial leadership and collections knowledge
• Cultural Competency: Experience working respectfully with Indigenous communities and other marginalized groups and applying cultural protocols
• Skills: Strong strategic thinking, project management, people management and excellent communication skills

Position Details

• Hours: Full-time (35 hours/week); generally Monday to Friday with evening and weekend work as required
• Type: Exempt position
• Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 per annum
• Environment: A collaborative setting valuing equity, diversity, and accessibility

How to Apply

This posting will remain open until filled, with an initial review beginning June 9, 2026. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Document Requirements:
Please send us one document (preferably PDF) including both your cover letter and resume (or CV) named in the following format.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_APP

If you are sending your cover letter and resume (or CV) as separate documents, please name them in the following formats.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_CL
• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_RES

The AGGV is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.