Art Integration and Curatorial Associate

Providence Healthcare • Vancouver, BC

12d • CA$35 - CA$51 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Mission Engagement, and working under the functional direction of the Art Collection Curator, the Art Integration & Curatorial Associate supports the delivery and ongoing development of Art at Providence Health Care across three core areas: Art Collection & Program, Capital Projects (including the New St. Paul’s Hospital), and Archives & Artifacts. This role collaborates with art volunteers and student interns to advance art program initiatives and activities, contributing curatorial expertise, spatial planning, project coordination, and implementation support for a growing collection of over 900 artworks. The associate supports the integration of art into healthcare environments, with a primary focus on the New St. Paul’s Hospital (NSPH), and assists with the stewardship, documentation, preservation, and management of the art collection, archives, and artifacts. Additionally, the role coordinates and supports public art projects, exhibitions, installations, and related program development activities, contributing to both the immediate priorities of the New St. Paul’s Hospital and the long-term strategic growth of the Art at PHC program. The position promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment and performs related duties as assigned to support program objectives and organizational priorities.

Requirements

• Degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Curatorial Studies, Museum Studies, Exhibition Design, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of recent related experience in curatorial, collections management, art program coordination, exhibition planning, spatial design, or art integration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience supporting or managing public art projects.
• Demonstrated organizational and project coordination skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a small, dynamic team environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects and follow through on implementation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including advanced working knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of art handling, conservation principles, artwork installation practices, and collection management systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of curatorial practices, collection stewardship, and exhibition development.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute creative and practical solutions to support art integration within healthcare environments.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and discretion in handling sensitive information and project requirements.
• A criminal record check may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and interest in art in the built environment, public spaces, and/or healthcare settings considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supports the delivery and ongoing development of Art at Providence Health Care across three core areas: Art Collection & Program, Capital Projects (including the New St. Paul’s Hospital), and Archives & Artifacts
• Collaborates with art volunteers and student interns to advance art program initiatives and activities
• Contributes curatorial expertise, spatial planning, project coordination, and implementation support for a growing collection of over 900 artworks
• Supports the integration of art into healthcare environments, with a primary focus on the New St. Paul’s Hospital (NSPH)
• Assists with the stewardship, documentation, preservation, and management of the art collection, archives, and artifacts
• Coordinates and supports public art projects, exhibitions, installations, and related program development activities
• Contributes to both the immediate priorities of the New St. Paul’s Hospital and the long-term strategic growth of the Art at PHC program
• Promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment for patients, residents, families, visitors, volunteers, and staff in accordance with Providence Health Care’s Mission, Vision, Values, and strategic directions
• Performs related duties as assigned to support program objectives and organizational priorities
• Supports the stewardship and ongoing management of the Providence Health Care Art Collection.
• Assists with artwork cataloguing, documentation, database maintenance, and collection record updates.
• Supports art donations, deaccessioning activities, collection care, insurance updates, and conservation planning, as required.
• Liaises with internal stakeholders regarding artwork requests, collection-related needs, and program activities.
• Supports communications, research, exhibitions, lectures, tours, and other Art at PHC programming initiatives, as capacity allows.
• Provides administrative and project coordination support for Art at PHC initiatives.
• Supports the integration of artworks into healthcare environments, with a primary focus on the New St. Paul’s Hospital, including the development of visual exhibition layouts using architectural drawings.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, documentation, delivery, movement, and installation of artworks throughout project phases.
• Supports the management and coordination of site-specific, values-based public art projects, collaborating with internal teams, consultants, artists, and vendors as required.
• Supports the coordination, documentation, organization, and integration of archives and artifacts, primarily for the New St. Paul’s Hospital project.
• Maintains an on-site presence, with responsibilities carried out in person across designated Providence Health Care locations.

Benefits

• A competitive salary: The salary for this position is $35.36 to $50.83 per hour.
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of individuals, families and communities.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The New St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level