erika.katayama
12-20-2016, 11:35 AM
Work Schedule: Anticipated 30+ hours/weekCompensation: Commensurate with experienceReports to: CuratorDescription:The museum anticipates the Registrar/Collections Manager position to be a temporaryassignment focused on registration, inventory, and collections management during its firerecovery efforts. While the museum remains closed to the public in 2017, it will undergo astrategic planning process with focused attention towards how the collection aligns with itsmission and future moving forward. The Registrar/Collections Manager will play a crucial rolein this process, working towards completing an accurate inventory and catalog of the collection,as well as establishing clear ownership and title of collection items.Duties: Oversee the proper documentation and care of the museum’s collections (includingarchives and Reference Library) in accordance with museum “Standards and BestPractices,” as put forth by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM). Complete an inventory of the collection, currently in-progress Create and maintain object and vendor documentation and files, as well asdigital files and photographs related to the collection Determine status of museum ownership for collection items by reviewingmuseum records Establish records of ownership for Found in Collection (FIC) items Accession and catalog collection items; assigning accession and/or catalognumbers to all objects in the collection and creating accurate and precise entriesin Past Perfect, the museum’s collection management database. Develop cataloging solutions to improve systems of record and accuracy of collectiondata. Maintain and oversee condition, housing, and transportation of collection items. Prepare reports for Collection Management Committee meetings and assist withdrafting new forms and paperwork, as needed.Other Duties: Oversee and help facilitate a preservation assessment of the collection by an outsideprofessional, which will lead to the eventual creation of a Preventative ConservationPlan. Work with Curator, Executive Director, and Collections Committee in reviewing,updating, and drafting policies and procedures related to collections management,including updating the Collections Management Policy. Support Curator as needed in collection research, refining a scope of collections, andcreating a vision for collection development in relation to institutional planning. Performs other collection duties as assigned.Qualifications and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in history, art history, library science, museum studies or related field.Master’s Degree is a plus.2-5 years of experience in a museum environment involving collection registrar work and/orcollections management, as well as object handling.Extensive knowledge of collections handling techniques, as well as AAM-recommendedmuseum practices and ethical standards. Experience with collection/documentaryphotography and construction of basic housing for documents, books, and artifacts is a plus.Proficiency using collection management software (such as TMS or Past Perfect) and knowledgeof museum cataloging standards and registration techniques. Proficiency in working withMicrosoft Office Suite. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Google SketchUp is a plus.Willing and interested in working with collection records and computer database over extendedperiods of time, as well as able to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, and respect donorprivacy.Capable of working independently, but also adept at working in a team/collaborativeenvironment, including working with and possibly overseeing volunteers and interns.Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, including the ability to present informationin a variety of formats, as well as demonstrated organizational and time management skills.Interest and experience with letterpress printing, graphic design, digital technology and/orlibrary science is a major plus.Must have a valid driver’s license and able to lift 30 pounds.Compensation:Commensurate with experience and education. The Museum of Printing History dba ThePrinting Museum is an equal opportunity employer.Please direct all inquiries to Keelin Burrows, Curator. To apply, please send a current resume, aletter of interest, and the contact information for 3 professional references to Keelin Burrows,Curator at kburrows@printingmuseum.org. Preference will be given to candidates who applyby Wednesday, January 18, 2016. For more information about The Printing Museum pleasevisit www.printingmuseum.org and for more information about the museum’s collections visithttp://printingmuseum.org/collections/.