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erika.katayama
07-27-2018, 08:28 AM
Position Title: Storeroom One Specialist





Department: Registrar’s Office





Reports to: Manager Storeroom One





Salary Grade: M5





Employee Classification: Exempt Full-Time





Effective Date: July 2018







GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITES & DUTIES:
The primary responsibilities of this position include supervision of art deliveries, collection, and transportation; handling and packing works of art; archival documentation; digital photography; and condition reports. The position reports to the Manager Storeroom One and works closely with all Registrars responsible for the assigning of trips. The position acts in lieu of a Registrar when off site. The position is a responsible one and the person functions independently after thorough training. The individual is expected to provide feedback and suggestions to make the Registrar's Office operation run more smoothly. The individual is also expected to use good judgement and provide the best possible impression to the Museum's donors and benefactors who they interact with on a daily basis.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILIES & DUTIES:


Supervise art deliveries, collections and transportation
Handle and pack works of art on owner's premises
Preparation of archival documentation and condition reports
Digital photography of all incoming materials
Assist with Storeroom One recordkeeping
Act as Museum courier
Candidate must complete Security Threat Assessment application
Other related duties

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Skills:


Minimum of four to five years art handling and hands-on packing experience
Ability to work with other people and work well under pressure
Very detail oriented


Knowledge and Education:


BA degree with strong conservation related background
Must be computer proficient as well as have experience with digital photography
The primary responsibilities of this position includesupervision of art deliveries, collection, and transportation, handling andpacking works of art, archival documentation, digital photography, andcondition reports.



Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume (asWord attachments) to:



Mary McNamara
Senior Administrator
Registrars Office

mary.mcnamara@metmuseum.org