erika.katayama
02-05-2015, 01:44 PM
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York, NY is seeking a Collections Assistant, Object Specialist. Full job posting, here<http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/Are-You-In/Careers/Job-Opening/Exhibits/Collections-Assistant,-Object-Specialist.aspx> .
Interested candidates should send their cover letters, resumes and salary requirements to resume@intrepidmuseum.org<mailto:resume@intrepidmuseum.org>.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world's fastest jets and a guided missile submarine. Opened in 1982, the Museum, anchored aboard the former USS Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark, has welcomed more than 2 million visitors since 2012. The Mission of the Intrepid Museum is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through its collections, exhibitions and programming, in order to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire our youth.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum seeks a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Collections Assistant. This person will report to the Collections Manager and work with the larger Exhibits Department to fulfill the mission of the Intrepid Museum. The Collections Assistant will support all aspects of the Collections Program including accessioning, policy development and exhibition preparation. Within the Collections Program, the Collections Assistant will focus on the artifact collection. This position requires organization, strong communication, physical agility and a can-do attitude.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Assist with the day to day collections tasks which may include: housing and preparation of documents and artifacts, fabrication of mounts, exhibit installation, preventive conservation and research assignments.
* Cataloging of incoming object acquisitions and new collections items discovered onboard.
* Participate in the photographing, scanning and digitization of artifacts, documents and photographs.
* Enter detailed, appropriate and accurate data into the Museum's database, TMS.
* Assist in the relocation and proper housing of artifacts.
* Aid in ship documentation project which includes: photographing ship's spaces, recovering historic objects and completing the associated data entry in TMS.
* Participate in collections review meetings to determine proper status of various collection items.
* Aid in the research and development of collections policies.
* Perform other duties as required by management
The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS, MA preferred in Museum Studies, History or other relevant discipline and a minimum of 1-2 years museum registration and/or collections experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. This person will have experience with object handling and preventative conservation; knowledge of accepted museum registration and collections management procedures and practices; experience with collections management databases (TMS preferred), cataloguing standards and controlled vocabularies. The candidate must be technically literate, including experience with digital photography and the processing and management of digital media. He/she must have strong organizational, interpersonal and computer skills. The candidate must be able to maneuver through dimly lit narrow passageways, climb up/down steep ladders and move heavy collections objects with assistance. Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as necessary.
For consideration e-mail resume with salary requirements to: resume@intrepidmuseum.org<mailto:resume@intrepidmuseum.org> .
Be sure to include the title of the position you are interested in and your salary requirements.
We offer a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to be a part of a very rewarding time in the Museum's history!
No phone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested candidates should send their cover letters, resumes and salary requirements to resume@intrepidmuseum.org<mailto:resume@intrepidmuseum.org>.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world's fastest jets and a guided missile submarine. Opened in 1982, the Museum, anchored aboard the former USS Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark, has welcomed more than 2 million visitors since 2012. The Mission of the Intrepid Museum is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through its collections, exhibitions and programming, in order to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire our youth.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum seeks a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Collections Assistant. This person will report to the Collections Manager and work with the larger Exhibits Department to fulfill the mission of the Intrepid Museum. The Collections Assistant will support all aspects of the Collections Program including accessioning, policy development and exhibition preparation. Within the Collections Program, the Collections Assistant will focus on the artifact collection. This position requires organization, strong communication, physical agility and a can-do attitude.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Assist with the day to day collections tasks which may include: housing and preparation of documents and artifacts, fabrication of mounts, exhibit installation, preventive conservation and research assignments.
* Cataloging of incoming object acquisitions and new collections items discovered onboard.
* Participate in the photographing, scanning and digitization of artifacts, documents and photographs.
* Enter detailed, appropriate and accurate data into the Museum's database, TMS.
* Assist in the relocation and proper housing of artifacts.
* Aid in ship documentation project which includes: photographing ship's spaces, recovering historic objects and completing the associated data entry in TMS.
* Participate in collections review meetings to determine proper status of various collection items.
* Aid in the research and development of collections policies.
* Perform other duties as required by management
The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS, MA preferred in Museum Studies, History or other relevant discipline and a minimum of 1-2 years museum registration and/or collections experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. This person will have experience with object handling and preventative conservation; knowledge of accepted museum registration and collections management procedures and practices; experience with collections management databases (TMS preferred), cataloguing standards and controlled vocabularies. The candidate must be technically literate, including experience with digital photography and the processing and management of digital media. He/she must have strong organizational, interpersonal and computer skills. The candidate must be able to maneuver through dimly lit narrow passageways, climb up/down steep ladders and move heavy collections objects with assistance. Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as necessary.
For consideration e-mail resume with salary requirements to: resume@intrepidmuseum.org<mailto:resume@intrepidmuseum.org> .
Be sure to include the title of the position you are interested in and your salary requirements.
We offer a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to be a part of a very rewarding time in the Museum's history!
No phone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is an equal opportunity employer.