JOB POSTING ll The Robert McLaughlin Gallery - CEO

This is an exciting opportunity to lead an artist-centred and creative organization, possessing an important collection of Canadian abstract and contemporary art.

POSITION: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

LOCATION: Oshawa, Ontario

REPORTS TO: Board of Directors

DIRECT REPORTS: Senior Curator; Director, Finance & Operations; Manager, Marketing & Communications; Manager, Learning & Engagement; Event & Venue Rental Lead

WEBSITE: Link

DEADLINE: December 12, 2024

 

THE ORGANIZATION: Located in downtown Oshawa, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG) is the largest public art gallery in the rapidly growing Durham Region which has a population of more than 750 thousand.

The RMG proudly holds Canada’s largest collection of works by Painters 11, including artists such as Jack Bush, Alexandra Luke, J.W.G. (“Jock”) Macdonald, Harold Town, and others. Today, the RMG collection of more than 4,700 works focuses on telling the continuing story of Canadian abstraction.

The RMG believes that art cultivates caring communities.  As an artist-centered and community-oriented public art gallery, the RMG brings people from diverse backgrounds together to engage with art that inspires new perspectives, generates meaningful conversations, and creates a sense of belonging. 

 

THE POSITION: This is an exciting opportunity to lead an artist-centred and creative organization, possessing an important collection of Canadian abstract and contemporary art. The CEO will utilize their passion for visual arts and embrace the Gallery’s approach to sharing compelling cultural stories through art.

With a renewed strategic plan in place, the CEO will advance the RMG’s vision, mission and strategic priorities as they oversee Gallery operations. They will guide a strong, engaged staff team focusing on delivering excellence in a creative, caring environment. In partnership with the Board, the CEO plays an important role in fundraising and the development of a loyal base of supporters and partners. The CEO represents and advocates for the RMG’s interests internally and externally and will enthusiastically embrace a visible public role in the arts, culture, and knowledge-building communities in Durham Region, the province and beyond.

 

COMPENSATION:

The base salary range for this role is between $125,000 to $130,000, commensurate with experience.

In addition, the RMG offers comprehensive health and dental benefits, matching RRSP contributions, and a hybrid work policy.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please apply by email with your cover letter and resume no later than Dec 12, 2024. Send to RMG@searchlightpartnersgroup.com  

The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates from visible and invisible minority group members, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

The RMG is committed to hiring on merit and to removing barriers in employment policies. Should you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted. 

 

For More Information about the Role: Link