John Flynn Place Museum Coordinator

C loncurry Shire Council is seeking a motivated and community-focused John Flynn Place Coordinator for a full-time, fixed-term role for 6 months, commencing around 12 January 2026 (or as negotiated with the successful applicant). About the Role John Flynn Place Museum is a significant cultural asset that honours the pioneers of remote medicine, aviation and communication. As the Coordinator, you will oversee daily operations, lead staff and volunteers, maintain exhibitions, deliver high-quality visitor experiences, and help with programs and events that promote Cloncurry’s history. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about tourism, culture, and community engagement to play a key hands-on role in a unique museum environment. What We Offer Competitive salary – QLD ( Stream A) Level 4-5- $77,000-$86,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading) Monthly RDO (13 per year) Personal (Sick) Leave Remote Area Housing Assistance ($60 pw Renting / $90 pw Homeowner) Key Responsibilities Maintain museum displays and exhibition pieces. Develop temporary exhibitions and plan launch events such as Wine & Cheese nights and community gatherings. Collaborate with Council facilities to develop an annual exhibition calendar. Identify grant and funding opportunities for museum development. Maintain the museum catalogue and assist in object rotations and exhibition updates. Build networks with regional and state museums and cultural organisations. Operations & Customer Service Deliver exceptional customer service and act as the first contact for enquiries. Supervise and support part-time, full-time, casual staff and volunteers. Manage POS operations, cash handling, banking and retail stock. Maintain museum gardens, surrounds, and cleaning schedules. Prepare accurate visitor statistics and operational reports (monthly, quarterly, yearly). Conduct guided tours, group visits, and assist with community events. Leadership & Administration Develop and implement policies and procedures. Monitor budgets and manage operational expenditure. Represent Council on the Friends of John Flynn Place Committee. Collaborate with Cloncurry Unearthed, Library Services and Community Development teams on shared initiatives. About You You will be a positive, proactive person who enjoys working with the community and delivering excellent visitor experiences. To succeed in this role, you will have: Strong communication and customer service skills The ability to lead, mentor and supervise staff and volunteers Good time management and organisational skills Problem-solving capability and initiative Sound computer literacy and experience with POS/cash handling A willingness to learn about museum operations, exhibitions and local history A collaborative approach and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders Mandatory Requirements Current Police Clearance Current C Class Driver’s Licence Positive Notice Working with Children Blue Card Desirable Qualifications Qualifications in Tourism, Museum Services, Arts Management, Humanities, Education, or similar Experience in the tourism, museum, arts or cultural sectors Experience in coordinating events, exhibitions or community programs For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD. Locals are encouraged to apply Applications close on 12 December2025 at 12 pm. Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr