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About the Role

The Art Gallery of Ontario is seeking a Conservator, Works on Paper to prolong the physical and aesthetic life of works of art on paper through documentation, preventive care, conservation treatment, research, and education. This role promotes and advocates for the preservation of works in the collection and provides expertise on the characteristics of artworks.

Responsibilities

Assesses condition, diagnoses conservation problems, and performs conservation treatment on works of art on paper.
Performs technical examinations of works of art on paper to define preservation and conservation implications for acquisition, loan, and exhibition.
Identifies reproductions, fakes, or forgeries.
Documents findings and prepares reports for financial appraisal and submission to the Cultural Property Export Review Board.
Defines conservation criteria for framing, mounting, handling, packing, crating, storage, shipping, security, exhibition, and loan parameters.
Defines conservation specifications for relative humidity, temperature, and light in artwork areas.
Defines conservation criteria for exhibition and individual artwork design, planning, and installation.
Defines preservation criteria for external groups using gallery spaces for events, photography, and filming.
Acts as a consultant/specialist by responding to inquiries regarding materials and preservation of artworks.
Refers inquiries to other specialists as required.
Represents the Gallery to external organizations regarding conservation issues and practices.
Conducts lectures and seminars and publishes articles on conservation topics.
Maintains awareness of developments in conservation policies, practices, techniques, and materials.
Assesses the relevance and impact of new information on Gallery conservation standards and practices.
Negotiates changes to conservation standards and practices as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Masters degree in conservation from a recognized university or college, plus five years related experience in an art museum, or equivalent combination of education and years of directly related experience with the conservation of fine art on paper.
Excellent knowledge of and applied experience of conservation principles, practices, materials, and techniques for art on paper.
Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations, and practices.
Knowledge of materials and techniques, aesthetic and historical significance of works of art.
Knowledge of the “Code of Ethics and Guidance for Practice” of the Canadian Association for Conservation of Cultural Property (CAC) and of the Canadian Association of Professional Conservators (CAPC).
Ability to perform delicate operations affecting the condition and appearance of works of art.
Excellent hand-eye co-ordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to conduct research according to established scientific practice.
Ability to synthesize and interpret information.
Ability to operate specialized technical and scientific equipment.
Excellent trained, visual discrimination abilities.
Ingenuity and creative problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, consultation, and negotiation skills.

Skills

Conservation principles
Conservation practices
Conservation materials
Conservation techniques
Health and safety legislation
Health and safety regulations
Health and safety practices
Materials knowledge
Techniques knowledge
Aesthetic significance
Historical significance
Research
Information synthesis
Information interpretation
Technical equipment operation
Scientific equipment operation
Visual discrimination
Problem-solving
Written communication
Verbal communication
Presentation skills
Consultation skills
Negotiation skills

Location

Toronto, ON

Work Type

Regular Full-Time
Permanent Full-Time

Experience Level

Five years related experience in an art museum
Equivalent combination of education and years of directly related experience with the conservation of fine art on paper

Education Level

Masters degree in conservation from a recognized university or college

Salary/Compensations

$77,932 - $97,388 per annum

Benefits

Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Care Benefits
Long term disability insurance
Life Insurance Benefits
Group insurance benefits
Pension Plan upon completion of one (1) year of service
Paid vacation days after one (1) year of service
Relocation allowance to be considered
Discounts from the Provincial/City Reciprocal Agreements
Discounts to GoodLife Fitness
Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO

About the Company

Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is one of the largest art museums in North America, attracting approximately one million visitors annually.
The AGO Collection of more than 120,000 works of art ranges from cutting-edge contemporary art to significant works by Indigenous and Canadian artists and European masterpieces.
AGO Values: Respect, Openness, Collaboration, Accountability.
At the AGO, we lead global conversations from Toronto through extraordinary collections, exhibitions, and programs, reflecting the diverse community we serve.
Committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, we embed these values into our strategic plan and ongoing priorities.

Equal Opportunity

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.