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02-04-2016, 06:07 AM
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COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT (TEMPORARY FULL-TIME)
DuSable Museum of African American History, IL
The Collections Assistant will join a team of four in the final year of a grant-funded collections cataloging and registration project. Reporting to the Head of Collections and Registration, this position involves re-housing art and artifacts, cataloging museum collections, and assisting with backlog registration.
Essential Functions:
Clean, stabilize and re-house artifacts of various mediums/materials according to established preservation standards
Catalog, condition report, and photograph objects, creating or adding to catalog records in PastPerfect database
Physically move artifacts from temporary facility to permanent storage in the museum
Label artifacts with permanent accession numbers
Conduct object research as needed
Assist in reconciling problem numbers and found-in-collections (FIC) objects
Assist in processing backlog registration paperwork
Assist with preventative conservation including pest management and climate/environmental monitoring; maintain departmental integrated pest management (IPM) system and schedule
Perform cleaning and maintenance of storage areas and exhibit galleries on a rotating schedule
Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Museum or related field, plus minimum two years collections-related experience. Knowledge of proper object handling and procedures related to safe storage Working knowledge of museum collections management systems (CMS).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of cataloging procedures and accepted nomenclature
Knowledge of standard museum collections management practices and procedures
Physical coordination/ability to handle and move fragile collection objects; ability to lift 40 pounds
Basic art-handling skills
Understanding of the proprietary nature of museum collections and documents and ability to adhere to museum policies regarding confidentiality
Familiarity with museum collections software, experience with PastPerfect strongly preferred
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal skills; must be team-oriented but also capable of working independently under minimum supervision
Ability to work under pressure and establish priorities under strict deadlines
Ability to multi-task and be flexible in work assignments
This a full-time temporary position, salary based on experience, Health benefits available.
Please email resumé, cover letter, and salary requirements to Kristina Eason atkeason@dusablemuseum.org, with "Collections Assistant Search" in the subject line. No phone calls please. Candidate reviews end 30 days after posting. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Posted 2/1/16)
COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT (TEMPORARY FULL-TIME)
DuSable Museum of African American History, IL
The Collections Assistant will join a team of four in the final year of a grant-funded collections cataloging and registration project. Reporting to the Head of Collections and Registration, this position involves re-housing art and artifacts, cataloging museum collections, and assisting with backlog registration.
Essential Functions:
Clean, stabilize and re-house artifacts of various mediums/materials according to established preservation standards
Catalog, condition report, and photograph objects, creating or adding to catalog records in PastPerfect database
Physically move artifacts from temporary facility to permanent storage in the museum
Label artifacts with permanent accession numbers
Conduct object research as needed
Assist in reconciling problem numbers and found-in-collections (FIC) objects
Assist in processing backlog registration paperwork
Assist with preventative conservation including pest management and climate/environmental monitoring; maintain departmental integrated pest management (IPM) system and schedule
Perform cleaning and maintenance of storage areas and exhibit galleries on a rotating schedule
Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Museum or related field, plus minimum two years collections-related experience. Knowledge of proper object handling and procedures related to safe storage Working knowledge of museum collections management systems (CMS).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of cataloging procedures and accepted nomenclature
Knowledge of standard museum collections management practices and procedures
Physical coordination/ability to handle and move fragile collection objects; ability to lift 40 pounds
Basic art-handling skills
Understanding of the proprietary nature of museum collections and documents and ability to adhere to museum policies regarding confidentiality
Familiarity with museum collections software, experience with PastPerfect strongly preferred
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal skills; must be team-oriented but also capable of working independently under minimum supervision
Ability to work under pressure and establish priorities under strict deadlines
Ability to multi-task and be flexible in work assignments
This a full-time temporary position, salary based on experience, Health benefits available.
Please email resumé, cover letter, and salary requirements to Kristina Eason atkeason@dusablemuseum.org, with "Collections Assistant Search" in the subject line. No phone calls please. Candidate reviews end 30 days after posting. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Posted 2/1/16)