erika.katayama
08-06-2014, 11:23 AM
Assistant Collections Manager - Anthropology
Museum of Texas Tech University
The Museum of Texas Tech University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Collections Manager for the Anthropology Collections. The Museum has a 5 million+ diverse collection in the arts, humanities, and natural sciences within a facility of over 250,000 square feet. The Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, with active collecting, exhibition, and education programs. The Museum Science and Heritage Management graduate programs are housed in and are an integral part of the Museum.
This appointment is an active, hands-on position involving the care and management of the Anthropology Collections (ca. 2 million objects and documents). The Assistant Collections Manager is expected to be knowledgeable in accreditation standards, the ethics, legal issues, and best practices in governing anthropological collections (archaeological and physical), and understand the importance of provenience and provenance. The Assistant Collections Manager - Anthropology reports to the Collections Manager - Anthropology.
A major focus of the position is the installation of collections and associated problem-solving for collections moved from the old curatorial facilities as well as in-coming collections. In addition, among the Assistant Collections Managers responsibilities are the following:
Collections Stewardship
Accessions
Prepare accessions inventory for each incoming accession
Collections
Provide basic collections management, including cataloging, inventorying, and barcoding of all collections
Maintain preventive conservation measures
Maintain curatorial electronic databases
Loans
Assist with all Curator-approved loans
Complete condition reports and loan inventories
Update and maintain divisions loan database
Exhibits
Assist with assessing selected objects regarding stability, exhibit rigors, and documentation
Assist with the movement of objects between the Anthropology Division and exhibit galleries
Facilities
Assist with conducting environmental monitoring in the collections rooms and maintain the records
Maintain divisional infestation reports
Other Duties
Coordinate with division Documentation Specialist
Coordinate with Museum Objects Conservator
Supervise graduate student assistants, graduate practicum students, and volunteers
Other duties as assigned
Skills and abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of database management
Knowledge of barcode system implementation, use, and trouble shooting
Excellent project management, supervisory, and decision-making skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven experience using best practices in collections management
Commitment to a team approach
Masters degree in Museum Science or Museum Studies and 2 years experience in a curatorial/collections management position required. Preference will be for applicants who have relevant experience with archaeological collections, particularly US Southern Plains collections. Competitive salary and excellent employee benefits package. Send letter of interest and vita to Assistant Collections Manager Search Committee, Museum of Texas Tech University, Box 43191, Lubbock, Texas 79409-3191. Expected position start date of no later than late Fall 2014; opened until filled. Texas Tech University is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.
Museum of Texas Tech University
The Museum of Texas Tech University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Collections Manager for the Anthropology Collections. The Museum has a 5 million+ diverse collection in the arts, humanities, and natural sciences within a facility of over 250,000 square feet. The Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, with active collecting, exhibition, and education programs. The Museum Science and Heritage Management graduate programs are housed in and are an integral part of the Museum.
This appointment is an active, hands-on position involving the care and management of the Anthropology Collections (ca. 2 million objects and documents). The Assistant Collections Manager is expected to be knowledgeable in accreditation standards, the ethics, legal issues, and best practices in governing anthropological collections (archaeological and physical), and understand the importance of provenience and provenance. The Assistant Collections Manager - Anthropology reports to the Collections Manager - Anthropology.
A major focus of the position is the installation of collections and associated problem-solving for collections moved from the old curatorial facilities as well as in-coming collections. In addition, among the Assistant Collections Managers responsibilities are the following:
Collections Stewardship
Accessions
Prepare accessions inventory for each incoming accession
Collections
Provide basic collections management, including cataloging, inventorying, and barcoding of all collections
Maintain preventive conservation measures
Maintain curatorial electronic databases
Loans
Assist with all Curator-approved loans
Complete condition reports and loan inventories
Update and maintain divisions loan database
Exhibits
Assist with assessing selected objects regarding stability, exhibit rigors, and documentation
Assist with the movement of objects between the Anthropology Division and exhibit galleries
Facilities
Assist with conducting environmental monitoring in the collections rooms and maintain the records
Maintain divisional infestation reports
Other Duties
Coordinate with division Documentation Specialist
Coordinate with Museum Objects Conservator
Supervise graduate student assistants, graduate practicum students, and volunteers
Other duties as assigned
Skills and abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of database management
Knowledge of barcode system implementation, use, and trouble shooting
Excellent project management, supervisory, and decision-making skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven experience using best practices in collections management
Commitment to a team approach
Masters degree in Museum Science or Museum Studies and 2 years experience in a curatorial/collections management position required. Preference will be for applicants who have relevant experience with archaeological collections, particularly US Southern Plains collections. Competitive salary and excellent employee benefits package. Send letter of interest and vita to Assistant Collections Manager Search Committee, Museum of Texas Tech University, Box 43191, Lubbock, Texas 79409-3191. Expected position start date of no later than late Fall 2014; opened until filled. Texas Tech University is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.