erika.katayama
04-08-2014, 02:21 PM
Overview:
Coordinate the shipment of objects (e.g. photographs, motion pictures, photographic and cinematic equipment, rare books) related to the museum’s collections or to its exhibitions or preservation efforts (including objects owned by others). Manage and maintain the museum’s centralized shipping of such objects and closely track and record such shipments.
Responsibilities:
Process and coordinate museum shipments as requested by curatorial departments. The contexts of such shipments include, but are not limited to the following: proposed acquisitions, incoming and outgoing loans, exhibitions, conservation and preservation activities, digitization, and theatrical screenings.
Monitor and record the movements of multiple shipments on a real-time basis. Develop and maintain this information in the museum’s databases.
Maintain relationships and interact with pertinent individuals, institutions, and organizations with regard to museum shipments.
Whenever appropriate or required, obtain multiple quotes from specialized fine art shipping companies and ensure economical and safe transportation of objects while working closely with curatorial staff members.
Create, organize and update a roster of preferred fine art shipping companies and other commercial transporters. Search for competitive prices and safer, efficient methods of transportation on a regular basis.
Working closely with security officers and other museum employees, contribute to the improvement of security of objects in and around the museum.
In conjunction with other museum employees, greet shippers and drivers as needed. Notify appropriate personnel of shipment arrivals.
Coordinate the storage and organization of shipping crates and other containers.
Maintain a working relationship with the customs broker and/or import-export consultants. Renew the museum’s Continuous US Customs Bond annually.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor degree in Museum Studies or related field.
Must obtain certification in shipping hazardous materials.
Minimum 1 year of experience in shipping or project coordination in a museum setting.
Working knowledge of import/expert, US Customs Bond is a plus.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person:
Wataru Okada, Director of Collection Management
Email Address:
wokada@geh.org
Coordinate the shipment of objects (e.g. photographs, motion pictures, photographic and cinematic equipment, rare books) related to the museum’s collections or to its exhibitions or preservation efforts (including objects owned by others). Manage and maintain the museum’s centralized shipping of such objects and closely track and record such shipments.
Responsibilities:
Process and coordinate museum shipments as requested by curatorial departments. The contexts of such shipments include, but are not limited to the following: proposed acquisitions, incoming and outgoing loans, exhibitions, conservation and preservation activities, digitization, and theatrical screenings.
Monitor and record the movements of multiple shipments on a real-time basis. Develop and maintain this information in the museum’s databases.
Maintain relationships and interact with pertinent individuals, institutions, and organizations with regard to museum shipments.
Whenever appropriate or required, obtain multiple quotes from specialized fine art shipping companies and ensure economical and safe transportation of objects while working closely with curatorial staff members.
Create, organize and update a roster of preferred fine art shipping companies and other commercial transporters. Search for competitive prices and safer, efficient methods of transportation on a regular basis.
Working closely with security officers and other museum employees, contribute to the improvement of security of objects in and around the museum.
In conjunction with other museum employees, greet shippers and drivers as needed. Notify appropriate personnel of shipment arrivals.
Coordinate the storage and organization of shipping crates and other containers.
Maintain a working relationship with the customs broker and/or import-export consultants. Renew the museum’s Continuous US Customs Bond annually.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor degree in Museum Studies or related field.
Must obtain certification in shipping hazardous materials.
Minimum 1 year of experience in shipping or project coordination in a museum setting.
Working knowledge of import/expert, US Customs Bond is a plus.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person:
Wataru Okada, Director of Collection Management
Email Address:
wokada@geh.org