Transform cultural collections with the University of Toronto Mississauga as an Indigenous-Centred Collections Officer. Engage in relationship-building and stewardship of Indigenous archaeological belongings in a collaborative environment.

The Department of Anthropology at U of T Mississauga is hiring for a pivotal Collections Officer. This full time role focuses on transforming stewardship through Indigenous direction, supporting repatriation, and fostering partnerships with Indigenous Nations. You will guide consultation and long-term stewardship processes, ensuring respect for Indigenous rights and governance.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee documentation and curation of archaeological belongings
• Coordinate consultations and build relationships with Indigenous Nations




• Support the Collections & Data Committee in developing operating procedures
• Liaise with communities and institutions on stewardship processes
• Manage logistics for repatriation and stewardship efforts

Requirements:
• Master's Degree or equivalent experience
• 6-7 years in collections management or heritage stewardship
• Proven Indigenous engagement and consultation experience
• Familiarity with repatriation processes in Indigenous contexts
• Understanding of legislative frameworks on archaeological stewardship

Lead the stewardship of Indigenous collections and contribute to reconciliation efforts at UTM.
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📌 Indigenous-Centred Collections Officer UTM (Ontario)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Ontario