Widely recognized for its award-winning education programs and exhibitions, Surrey Art Gallery has been a leading contemporary art institution for 50 years. The Gallery is committed to engaging the public in an ongoing dialogue about issues and ideas that affect our lives. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to serve and shape the future of Surrey Art Gallery, a “Class A” art museum, and one of British Columbia’s most respected public art galleries.
The future is bright in Surrey. Soon to be the most populous city in the province, the City of Surrey has bold plans to develop a vibrant downtown, with a new Interactive Art Museum (60,000 sq. ft.) serving as the signature cultural institution of the emerging City Centre Entertainment District. Expected to be five times larger than the current Surrey Art Gallery footprint within Surrey Arts Centre, the Interactive Art Museum will be a region-serving contemporary art institution featuring exceptional exhibitions, programs, and events.
The City of Surrey is looking for a dynamic and collaborative Gallery Director to lead a talented team of curators, educators, programmers, instructors, and volunteers to deliver extraordinary exhibitions and programs reflective of the communities it serves, while continuing to focus on the Gallery’s future. You will champion access and inclusion, creativity, and artistic excellence, while fostering partnerships with artists, organizations, communities, and residents.
Within the City of Surrey management structure, this role is classified as a Manager position (M2 Level).