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.

📌 Indigenous-Centred Collections Officer UTM (Toronto)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Toronto