erika.katayama
03-18-2014, 09:38 AM
Collections Registrar
James A. Michener Art Museum
The James A. Michener Art Museum, a thriving AAM-accredited regional art museum located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, seeks a full-time collections registrar. Primary responsibilities will include maintenance of permanent collection records and Mimsy collections management software system; implementation of inventory projects; maintenance of fine arts insurance coverage; implementation of policies and procedures for the physical care, conservation, and security of the permanent collection; as well as participation in the development of grant proposals. The collections registrar handles rights and reproduction services; arranges transportation and storage for artwork; assists with Collections Committee activities and collections research.
This position reports to the curator of collections and works with the manager of security services, exhibition manager, exhibition registrar, art preparators, and curators.
Requirements for this position include: B.A. in museum studies, art history or related field, M.A. preferred; three years' museum collections experience; art storage experience; object handling experience; knowledge of museum registration methods and collections care practices. The ideal candidate will have experience managing and using collections database systems with digital images such as Mimsy.
The Michener Art Museum prides itself on creating a work environment that brings out the best in all the individuals who work here. The benefits package includes health and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and names of three professional references to Collections Registrar Search Committee, James A. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 or email material to kmalloy@michenerartmuseum.org. No phone calls please.
James A. Michener Art Museum
The James A. Michener Art Museum, a thriving AAM-accredited regional art museum located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, seeks a full-time collections registrar. Primary responsibilities will include maintenance of permanent collection records and Mimsy collections management software system; implementation of inventory projects; maintenance of fine arts insurance coverage; implementation of policies and procedures for the physical care, conservation, and security of the permanent collection; as well as participation in the development of grant proposals. The collections registrar handles rights and reproduction services; arranges transportation and storage for artwork; assists with Collections Committee activities and collections research.
This position reports to the curator of collections and works with the manager of security services, exhibition manager, exhibition registrar, art preparators, and curators.
Requirements for this position include: B.A. in museum studies, art history or related field, M.A. preferred; three years' museum collections experience; art storage experience; object handling experience; knowledge of museum registration methods and collections care practices. The ideal candidate will have experience managing and using collections database systems with digital images such as Mimsy.
The Michener Art Museum prides itself on creating a work environment that brings out the best in all the individuals who work here. The benefits package includes health and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and names of three professional references to Collections Registrar Search Committee, James A. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 or email material to kmalloy@michenerartmuseum.org. No phone calls please.