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Assistant / Associate Registrar | New Bedford Whaling Museum posted Mar 21, 2025

18 Johnnycake Hill
New Bedford, MA 02740
United States
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Salary: $46,000-51,000

The New Bedford Whaling Museum seeks a full-time, in-person (40-hour/week) Assistant/Associate Registrar to work collaboratively on the physical management, cataloguing, storage, and digitization of the museum's collection. As part of a team tasked with the physical and intellectual control of the collection, this individual will be responsible for the management of the collection and maintenance of item-level records in the CMS. In this role, they facilitate loans, deed of gift paperwork, accessions and deaccessions, manage shipping logistics and track the movement of physical objects from the collection via paper and digital registration. This individual is the "Administrator" on the Collections Management System The Museum System (TMS) and is responsible for creating and maintaining records, managing eMuseum, and establishing and maintaining data standards, authority tables, and hierarchies across the database, and developing database procedures for increased productivity and accuracy. They manage NAGPRA compliance for the museum in collaboration with consultants, oversee collections visits in the study room, and maintain paperwork related to the museum's compliance in all federal and international cultural heritage and property regulations. They act in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Professional Practices for Collections Professionals adopted by AAM. Reporting to the Associate Curator of Exhibitions & Coll ections, this is a full-time (40-hour/week) in-person, non-exempt position, and includes a robust employee benefits package.

For more info: https://www.whalingmuseum.org/about/careers/ (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and Application for Employment to Naomi Slipp, Chief Curator at nslipp@whalingmuseum.org. The application deadline is May 30, 2025, but qualified candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please.

The New Bedford Whaling Museum is committed to diversity among its employees and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Contact:

Naomi Slipp
nslipp@whalingmuseum.org
n/a


Assistant Preparator (Part-Time) | Sheldon Museum of Art, University of Nebraska-Lincoln posted May 8, 2025

12th and R Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
United States
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Salary: $20.00/hr minimum

Provide support to the associate registrar for collections and exhibitions by assisting in all areas of storage, care, and exhibition of objects at the Sheldon Museum of Art. Duties include working as a team to transport art, unpacking and repacking artwork in a safe and professional manner, and preparing artwork and gallery spaces for exhibition. Construct and/or prepare display mounts and furniture for objects. Works with the engagement and collections departments to pac k, transport, and install Sheldon Statewide exhibitions to venues across the State of Nebraska.

Description of Work:
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

For more info: Assistant Preparator (Part-Time) (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Information on how to apply can be found here: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/96782

Contact:

Monica Babcock
mbabcock1@unl.edu
n/a


Associate Museum Registrar | Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art posted May 8, 2025

1430 Johnson Lane
Eugene, OR 97403
United States
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Salary: $21.42 - $32.55 per hour

The Associate Museum Registrar coordinates and executes a wide variety of museum registration duties in support of museum exhibitions and services. Duties include serving as the lead stakeholder for the management and coordination of exhibition related incoming and outgoing loans, coordinating exhibition installation and de-installation, preparing and processing loan and exhibition related contracts, and planning and monitoring domestic and international loan items. This position is also responsible for coor dinating loan objects in transit to and from the JSMA, including shipping, packing, unpacking, transport, and documentation. This involves working with lenders, fine art shippers, shipping agents, and museum and other institutional staff to coordinate international loan and exhibition shipping details.

In addition to their exhibition duties, the Associate Museum Registrar undertakes a wide variety of assigned museum projects from set-up to completion and makes determinations with minimal guidance from a supervisor. This position researches, collects data, compiles information, and prepares documents, schedules, budgets, and plans associated with museum loans, exhibitions, curricular uses, and displays. This position also develops procedures, systems, and forms to ensure efficient workflow in compliance with program policies and guidelines. The Associate Museum Registrar may provide formal training or workshops on museum rules, regulations, processes, procedures, and compl iance, and may provide oversight to student volunteers and interns.

For more info: Associate Museum Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535366/associate-museum-registrar

Contact:

Christopher E White
CEW@UOREGON.EDU


Associate Preparator | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum posted Apr 16, 2025

One Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
United States
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Salary: $21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The Associate Preparator is responsible for the professional care and safe handling of sensitive fine art in the collection and on loan, both on and off the premises. This position provides essential access to the museum's important collection - from facilitating student and faculty research to collaborating with teams of preparators and other museum colleagues to plan for, install and deinstall exhibitions in compliance with AAM (American Alliance of Museums) recognized best practices. Provides general oversight of building maintenance in coordination with security and preparation department and Assistant Director of Collections & Exhibitions. Reports to the Lead Preparator.

For more info: Associate Preparator (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Apply here: https://wustl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Associate-Preparator---Sam-Fox-School_JR88135

Contact:

Ron Weaver
ron_weaver@wustl.edu
n/a


Associate Registrar, Database Administration | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art posted May 12, 2025

4525 Oak St
Kansas City, MO 66101
United States
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Salary: $46,762 - $52,653

We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Associate Registrar, Database Administration to join our Registration team. This role will serve as the museum’s primary administrator for The Museum System (TMS) collections database and will be a key partner in managing collection records, overseeing art movements, facilitating viewings, and coordinating select exhibitions and incoming loans.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is excited about collections stewardship, passionate about technology’s role in museums, and eager to collaborate across departments to support exhibitions, research, and public access.

What You’ll Do

  • Serve as the lead administrator for TMS, maintaining data standards, managing user support, liaising with Gallery Systems, and supporting ongoing system improvements.
  • Oversee the daily processing of art movement forms, location updates, and viewing requests.
  • Facilitate registration aspects of assigned exhibitions, including shipping logistics, loan agreements, installation planning, and condition reporting.
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual collection statistics and participate in inventory initiatives.
  • Ensure the quality and consistency of data entry and spearhead data cleaning efforts.
  • Support museum departments through reporting, research, and collection care assistance.

How to apply:

Apply on our website:
https://hcm.paycor.com/l/r/D0EC3BDE

Contact:

Priscilla Solis-Aguilar
psolis@nelson-atkins.org


Chief Preparator | Hammer Museum posted May 8, 2025

10899 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States
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Salary: $73,000-95,000 DOE, plus a generous benefits package through UCLA, including pension plan

The Chief Preparator supervises art handling and collection management for the museum, including all incoming and outgoing loans and daily art movement of the museum's collection and temporary exhibitions. Incumbent is responsible for managing the handling, packing, and storing of artworks according to museum standards, including the design and implementation of long-term storage solutions for the museum's permanent collection. The incumbent hires and supervises three full-time preparators, assigning lead pre parator and framing roles to each; hires, trains, and supervises the part-time installation crew; manages the crew schedule for each exhibition; and manages all administrative functions related to the crew. The incumbent also oversees the installation and de-installation of all temporary exhibitions, while actively participating in the movement, hanging, and placement of artwork. Additionally, the Senior Preparator supervises the maintenance of all gallery spaces and preparator facilities.

For more info: Chief Preparator (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply, please send cover letter and CV to:
Portland McCormick
Director, Registration and Collections Management
Hammer Museum
Email: pmccormick@hammer.ucla.edu

Contact:

Portland McCormick
pmccormick@hammer.ucla.edu


Collections Associate | J. Paul Getty Trust posted Apr 8, 2025

1200 Getty Center Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
United States
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Salary: $60,703 - $77,400 Annually

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks a qualified Collection Associate to support the Department of Photographs. Reporting to Curator of Photographs Paul Martineau, the Collection Associate is responsible for facilitating the intellectual and physical access to the Department's collection of over 150,000 objects through developing and implementing policies and processes related to storage and cataloging of the collection.

Under limited supervision, the Collection Associate for Photographs has primary responsibility for administering the processing of hundreds of new acquisitions annually, including housing, numbering, coordinating digital imaging, cataloging and determining proper storage. Participates in hiring, training and supervising cataloguing team and interns. Develops cataloging syntax and standards for Getty’s collection information system, the TMS database. Performs ongoing inventories. Participates in annual external audit. Manages housing, storage, and movement of collection objects. Enters location updates for all collection movement. Works with Paper Conservation on storage space planning and supply needs. Coordinates closely with Registrar’s Office, Preparators, and Imaging Services. Coordinates outgoing loans from the Department. Manages study room visitors and groups. Responds to public comments, feedback, and research requests regarding the collection.  Work will initially be onsite for the first three months to be re-evaluated at that time for telework.

For more info: Collections Associate (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply: https://jobs-getty.icims.com/jobs/4595/collections-associate/job?mobile=false&width=710&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Contact:

Human Resources
HR@Getty.edu
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Collections Care Technician | Firebird Foundation for Anthropological Research posted Jan 20, 2025

PO Box A
Phillips, ME 04966
United States
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Salary: Starting at $22/hr

Contract job opportunity with a private collection in rural Western Maine. The Firebird Foundation for Anthropological Research is seeking a project-based collections care technician for a material culture collection with the primary directive to assist with a local collections move. To be considered, applicants should have prior experience with collections care tasks including object handling, packing, surface cleaning, and rehousing. The collections care technician will report directly to the collections manager. Professional degree i n museum studies or related degree preferred. Starting hourly rate of $22/hr; flexible work timeline (during spring-fall); two-month trial period with possibility for extension up to 6 months.

How to apply:

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume, cover letter, professional references, and your availability to The Firebird Foundation's Collections Manager, Anne Olivares @ anne@firebirdfoundation.org

Contact:

Anne Olivares
anne@firebirdfoundation.org
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Collections Manager & Registrar | Revolutionary Spaces, Inc. posted Apr 22, 2025

310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
United States
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Salary: $55,000 - $62,000 annually

The Collections Manager & Registrar is responsible for the care of Revolutionary Spaces' artifact, archives and library collections. Reporting to the President & CEO, this role will play a key role in helping to integrate and set long-term direction for the care of the collection, which combines the holdings of the Bostonian Society and the Old South Association, our predecessor organizations that were among the first nineteenth-century historic preservation organizations.

The responsibilities of the position include overseeing the documentation, storage, preservation, handling, and responsible display of objects, as well as managing outside requests for research access and loans.

An entrepreneurial mindset, excellent project management skills, and an ability to work both independently and in a team setting are essential.

For more info: Collections Manager & Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Application requires a cover letter and resume. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to hr@revolutionaryspaces.org.

For more information about Revolutionary Spaces, visit www.revolutionaryspaces.org.

Contact:

Human Resources
hr@revolutionaryspaces.org
n/a


Collections Manager, Ethnography | IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (IUMAA) posted Jan 9, 2025

416 N Indiana Ave
Bloomington, IN 47408
United States
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Salary: Up to $60,000 per year based on education and experience

The Collections Manager, Ethnography partners interdepartmentally and across disciplines to manage collections and support research, curation, the development of collections access policies, repatriation, and the implementation of shared-stewardship and culturally conscious conservation models in the ethnographic collections. This position will work closely with operations, the learning and community engagement team and with students.

This position will bring a passion and dedication for collections care, ensuring descendant community requests are honored, respected, and integrated collection management procedures for the associated items.

For more info: Collections Manager (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Please apply at https://hrms.iu.edu/psc/PH1PRD_PUB/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

If link does not work, search job posting 314124 at https://jobs.iu.edu/

Contact:

Jean-Luc Howell
jehowel@iu.edu


Collections Manager/Registrar | Maryhill Museum of Art posted May 8, 2025

35 Maryhill Museum Drive
Goldendale, WA 98620
United States
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Salary: $49,000-$59,000 per year DOE

The collection at Maryhill Museum of Art contains diverse material including textiles (French couture and folk clothing); Indigenous baskets, beadwork, and carvings; oil and watercolor paintings; prints; furniture; religious icons; metal sculptures; art glass; chess sets; archival documents; and historic photographs.

Basics:
Reports to and works closely with the Curator of Art. The Collections Manager/Registrar oversees all aspects of the collection and is responsible for its care and safety. This includes managing acces sions and deaccessions; incoming and outgoing loans; all record keeping related to collections and loans (both hardcopy and digital); environmental monitoring for storage and exhibition spaces; condition reporting and assessing conservation needs; and organizing and maintaining archival storage. They will act in accordance with the museum's mission statement and values, and industry-best practices.

For more info: Collections Manager/Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Please e-mail cover letter and résumé to Steven L Grafe, Curator of Art, at careers@maryhillmuseum.org before June 15, 2025. Review of applicants begins on May 15, 2025.

Contact:

Steven L. Grafe
steve@maryhillmuseum.org


Curatorial Assistant | Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum posted Apr 8, 2025

10 Polar Loop
Brunswick, ME 04011
United States
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Paid: 20.50 -$21.50/per hour

Start Date for Internship 06/01/2025
End Date for Internship 06/01/2027

Bowdoin's Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum is dedicated entirely to all things Arctic. It is named after Arctic explorers and Bowdoin graduates Robert E. Peary (Class of 1877) and Donald B. MacMillan (Class of 1898). In 1967 Bowdoin opened the Arctic Museum. MacMillan, who worked in the Arctic from 1908 to 1954, added to the museum's growing collections, donating his expedition equipment, anthropological objects, films, photographs, natural history specimens, archival papers, and library to the college.

Under the direction of the Director and Curator, the Curatorial Assistant is responsible for (1) encouraging and facilitating K-12 school groups' use of the Arctic Museum exhibits and helping manage docent-led tours; (2) undertaking a major project related to one of the Arctic Museum's initiatives; and (3) maintaining the Arctic Museum's social media presence. In addition, the Curatorial Assistant will perform routine tasks throughout the museum, including assisting with exhibition installations, docent training, routine collection care, community outreach, and research support.

This is an entry-level, two-year post-baccalaureate appointment. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a major in Anthropology, History, Arctic Studies, Native American Studies, Earth and Ocean Systems, or Environmental Studies is strongly preferred. Excellent research and writing skills required, as well as an ability to engage with the public.

Experience working in museums preferred. Familiarity with Arctic environments and Inuit cultu res preferred. Ability to work with MS Office required, Adobe CS desirable. Skilled in social media account management.

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours/52 weeks per year, (0.94 FTE) with occasional evening or weekends as required. Standard administrative hours are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. This is an on-site role, and candidates must be able to work in person on Bowdoin College Campus in Brunswick, Maine.

The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $20.50 -$21.50/per hour. Compensation based on your skills and experience.

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference as well as a writing sample.

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How to apply:

Apply on the Bowdoin College Career page:

https://careers.bowdoin.edu/postings/15896

Contact:

KymNoelle Hopson
khopson@bowdoin.edu
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Director of Installations | Des Moines Art Center posted Apr 8, 2025

4700 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
United States
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Salary: $74,875-$97,338

The Director of Installations leads the Des Moines Art Center's Installations Department. They are responsible for planning, designing, and directing the fabrication, installation, disassembly of all art-related rotations and exhibitions, both at the main campus and the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. They also help oversee the care and preservation of art, especially the Art Center's distinguished permanent collections, roughly 6,300 objects.

The Director of Installations manages a team of preparators and art handles, and coordinates the overall operations of the Installations department, working closely with other departments to plan and execute all activities related to special exhibitions and permanent collections. The Director of Installations is a key member of the Exhibitions and Leadership teams, and liaises closely with the Facilities department.

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How to apply:

To apply: https://desmoinesartcenter.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1471398

Contact:

Cindy Gerjets
CGerjets@desmoinesartcenter.org
515.271.0304


Director of Registration | Saint Louis Art Museum posted Apr 16, 2025

1 Fine Arts Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110
United States
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Salary: $86,604 - $107,580/yr

To manage and direct the documentation, care and long-term preservation of the more than 36,000 objects in the Museum’s custody; also to ensure the safe and secure handling, transport and care of works of art.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensures that the Museum’s Collection is accurately documented and that professional and legal guidelines are followed:

  • implements the acquisition process and ensures that proper title and documentation is obtained for all new objects
  • in consultation with the Museum’s legal counsel produces/reviews all legal contracts relating to works of art including acquisitions or loans, making sure that agreements are entered into legally 
  • oversees the collections database system (TMS) and its use by Museum staff making sure that all Collection information is accurate and properly maintained; sees that adequate security is provided to protect confidential information and prevent any miss-use of the system
  • reviews existing provenance for new acquisitions and collection works to make sure that proper due diligence is completed in adherence to collections management policy and relevant cultural property laws
  • ensures that all works of art are located and accounted for and that accurate records are maintained of all object movement into and out of the Museum; as well as from one internal location to another
  • oversees the deaccessioning process including approvals, contracts, and arrangements with auction houses
  • responsible for compiling and maintaining periodic inventories of all objects in the Museum’s custody and making sure that inventory checks are done in accordance with AAM best practices
  • oversees the handling of inquiries and the dissemination of collection information to staff, outside scholars, and the general public both from paper and electronic records
  • participates in, and facilitates several processes in compiling all information associated with the Museum’s quarterly Collections Committee meetings held regularly for all art acquisitions including special meetings as needed; works with the Museum controller and legal counsel to develop purchase agreements

How to apply:

To apply: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/slam/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/1393

Contact:

Caroline M Mello
caroline.mello@slam.org
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Director of Registration | Milwaukee Art Museum posted Mar 28, 2025

700 N Art Museum Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53202
United States
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Salary: $75,000 - $82,000, commensurate with experience

The Director of Registration at the Milwaukee Art Museum oversees and administrates the Museum's Department of Registration. The Director of Registration works closely with the Chief of Curatorial Affairs as well as other curators, conservators, art preparators, exhibition managers, and designers to develop and implement effective, industry-standard policies and procedures for the Museum relating to exhibitions and collection management. The Director of Registration manages collection records and record-keeping systems for over 30,000 obje cts, helps plan temporary loan exhibitions and coordinate long-term loans, and develops and maintains the departmental budget. A leader in the Museum, this position is a member of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT) and a collaborative advocate for the care and stewardship of all works of art at the Museum.

For more info: Director of Registration (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3141022

Contact:

Jeffery Korinek
jeff.korinek@mam.org
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Museum Collections Specialist | Buffalo Bill Center of the West posted May 12, 2025

720 Sheridan Ave
Cody, WY 82414
United States
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Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

The Center of the West seeks a detail-oriented and highly organized individual to assist with the safe handling, movement, and storage of object collections as part of the Center's Collections Storage Project. This temporary, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with museum artifacts, ensuring their long-term preservation and accessibility.

This role may be filled as either a direct-hire employee or a contractor, based on the needs of the project a nd the selected candidate's experience.

This position requires a strong understanding of museum collections care, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling fragile and historically significant objects, as well as familiarity with museum databases and best practices in collections management.

For more info: Museum Collections Specialist (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply send resume and cover letter to Terry Harley at terryh@centerofthewest.org.

Contact:

Terry Harley
terryh@centerofthewest.org


Museum Registrar | Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State posted May 1, 2025

650 Bigler Road
University Park, PA 16802
United States
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Salary: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00

The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State’s College of Arts and Architecture is seeking applicants for the position of Museum Registrar.

The Museum Registrar provides collections management for all objects owned by or on loan to the museum. This involves oversight of management, preservation, and storage of the collection, as well as collections management and registration oversight for all loans entering and leaving the museum.

The Museum Registrar works to accomplish the museum's mission and to support its strategic direction as set by the director and senior leadership of the university, maintaining and developing positive relationships with academic units and entities across campus and in the community, as well as with professional organizations.

For more info: Museum Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Please visit https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Staff/details/Museum-Registrar--Palmer-Museum-of-Art_REQ_0000066635-1?q=registrar for information about how to apply.

Contact:

Beverly Sutley
bxb35@psu.edu
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Museum Registrar | The Trustees of Reservations, deCordova Sculpture Park & Museum posted Apr 28, 2025

51 Sandy Pond Rd
Lincoln, MA 01733
United States
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Salary: $60,000 - $68,000

As the Registrar, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, you will support exhibitions, outdoor commissions, and the permanent collection at deCordova and occasionally other sites within The Trustees' network. In this role, you will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of registration procedures for outdoor sculpture and exhibitions. You will als o oversee the collections management and care of deCordova's permanent collection, provide registration oversight and consultation for the Art and the Landscape series (which are original outdoor commissions at other Trustees' properties), and coordinate with collections curators and archivists for select exhibitions at the Fruitlands Museum.

This position comes at an exciting moment for deCordova and the broader Art at The Trustees program as we deepen our focus on relationships of art and the natural world and seek to limit our climate impact. We are looking for a Registrar who is passionate about working with artists and museum collections, while also exploring more environmentally sustainable approaches to collections care. As the Registrar, you will also support the ongoing migration of the museum's collection management system and updating of the museum's collection management policy. The ideal candidate will have 3 years or more of progressively responsible exper ience relevant to registration and collection management in an art museum or cultural organization.

For more info: Museum Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply: https://apply.workable.com/thetrustees/j/88D7133E3C/

Contact:

Matteo Nicolas Ramos-Mucci
mramos-mucci@thetrustees.org
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Public Art Collection Registrar | 4Culture posted Mar 17, 2025

101 Prefontaine Place South
Seattle, WA 98104
United States
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Salary: $75,367 to $83,742

4Culture Public Art commissions, collects and manages art for the King County Public Art Collection, bringing artists' thinking to the spaces we engage with in King County, WA. We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Art Collection Registrar. The Public Art Collection Registrar will manage organizational functions of King County's 2,500+ civic art collection, includ ing archival records, public information and basic art handling in collaboration with 4Culture and King County Department staff. The duties of this position are approximately 75% registrar, focused at the offices of 4Culture with approximately 25% of the work engaging in art handling duties on sites throughout King County.

How to apply:

You will need to log in or create a 4Culture account in order to access the application. Apply online no later than Thursday, March 27, 2025, 5:00 pm PDT.

If you have questions regarding your account or setting up an account, please contact Hello@4Culture.org. Any questions related to your application materials or the position may be sent to Amber Trillo, HR Manager, at 4HR@4Culture.org.

Contact:

4HR
4HR@4culture.org
(206) 296-7580


Registrar | Artis-Naples, The Baker Museum posted May 8, 2025

5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard
Naples, FL 34108
United States
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Salary: $63,000 to $67,000

The Registrar is responsible for the preservation and care of the permanent collection and the management of incoming and outgoing loans and multiple aspects of traveling exhibitions. Oversee and coordinate the full range of routine collections management activities, including but not limited to processing, inventory, storage, housing, location tracking, packing and transport, integrated pest management, environmental monitoring, disaster preparedness, condition reporting, records management, rights and reproductions, object and installation photography, policy and procedu re creation and retention and troubleshooting both in storage and exhibition spaces.

For more info: Registrar (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply: https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6096756.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US

Contact:

Libby Harrington
lharrington@artisnaples.org


Registrar & Exhibitions Coordinator | Florence Griswold Museum posted May 1, 2025

96 Lyme St
Old Lyme, CT 06371
United States
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Salary: $67,000-$70,000 annually

Reporting to the Curator as programming requires, with a secondary reporting relationship to the Curator of Exhibitions, the Registrar & Exhibitions Coordinator oversees the Museum's collection management processes and works with the professional staff, the Collections Committee, volunteers and others, as necessary to implement the Collections Management Policies and Procedures as approved by the Board of Trustees. Registrar & Exhibitions Coordinator oversees the logistical planning and implementation of special exhibitions and collec tions-based installations. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. More at https://florencegriswoldmuseum.org/about/ (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

To apply, please send resume and cover letter of interest to HR@FloGris.org by May 15.

Contact:

Human Resources
HR@FloGris.org
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Registrar and Exhibitions Manager | Bronx Museum of the Arts posted Dec 12, 2024

1040 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10456
United States
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Salary: $63,000 to $65,000 per annum

Reporting to the Director of Curatorial Programs, the Registrar and Exhibitions Manager provides logistical and administrative support to ensure the Curatorial Department achieves its mission. The position supports the planning and production of exhibitions (onsite and traveling) and curatorial-related programs; manages a Permanent Collection of approximately 2,000 contemporary artworks in all media, focused on works by artists of African, Asian and Latin American ancestry reflecting the dynamic communities of the Bronx, and works by artis ts for whom the Bronx has been critical to their artistic practice and development; expands and deepens Museum holdings through research, documentation, and acquisitions as directed by the Director of Curatorial Programs; assists the production of Curatorial publications; and interfaces with artists, researchers, students, community members, colleagues, funders and other stakeholders.

For more info: Registrar and Exhibitions Manager (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Please email a resume and cover letter to careers@bronxmuseum.org and include "Registrar and Exhibitions Manager" in the subject line.

Contact:

Eileen Jeng Lynch
ejenglynch@bronxmuseum.org
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Registrar, Exhibitions | Hammer Museum posted May 8, 2025

10899 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States
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Salary: $73,000-$100,000 DOE, plus a generous benefits package through UCLA, including pension plan

The Registrar for Exhibitions is responsible for organization and management of all aspects of temporary and traveling exhibitions, including: compiling and managing budgets for exhibitions; packing and crating arrangements; domestic and international shipping arrangements; maintaining insurance records for loans; condition reporting; supervising installation/deinstallation and scheduling couriers. Supervises and trains other registrars assigned to exhibitions. Responsible for all touring exhibitions bo th onsite and on tour. Ensure the accuracy of all loan paperwork, including lender correspondence, loan agreements, incoming and outgoing receipts, purchase orders and certificates of insurance. Works with exhibition venues to coordinate shipping and installation for traveling exhibitions, and travels with exhibitions as needed. Supervises the maintenance and use of the collections management system (TMS). Trains staff members on use of TMS. Trains and plans projects for student assistants and interns.

Requirements: Degree in related field required; minimum five years experience in registration and collection management required, as well as supervisory experience. Knowledge of registration, packing, shipping and collections management according to museum standards required, as well as AAM standards. Experience and knowledge of TMS or similar collections database required.

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How to apply:

To apply, please send cover letter and CV to:
Portland McCormick
Director, Registration and Collections Management
Hammer Museum
Email: pmccormick@hammer.ucla.edu

Contact:

Portland McCormick
pmccormick@hammer.ucla.edu


Senior Coordinator, Institutional Records | Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences posted Apr 14, 2025

1313 Vine St
Los Angeles, CA 90028
United States
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Salary: $24.00 per hour

The Senior Coordinator, Institutional Records will assist with physical Academy records and contribute to the implementation strategies associated with the Academy records retention policies and procedures.

This position is represented by a union.

For more detailed information about the position and how to apply, please visit the link provided here: 

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How to apply:

To Apply: https://www.a ppone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=6760848

Contact:

Andrea De La Cruz
adelacruz@oscars.org
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Senior Registrar | Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston posted Jan 25, 2025

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston
25 Harbor Shore Dr
Boston, MA 02210
United States
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Salary: $95,000

The Senior Registrar oversees the ICA's registration practices and team within the Curatorial Department. This includes registration oversight of the ICA's permanent collection and robust exhibitions program and management of the Associate Registrar and Registration and Preparation Assistant. With a broad knowledge of contemporary art and the inherent complexities of such works, the Senior Registrar works collaboratively to help the ICA attain its ambitious programmatic goals while taking appropriate actions to anticipate issues, to ensure the security of each artwork, a nd to impart best museum practices. This individual serves as an important liaison between the ICA, lenders, and borrowers with utmost professionalism. This role works closely with other museum departments to comply with standards as they relate to collections and exhibitions management. Schedule includes some domestic and international travel and occasional nights and weekend hours in conjunction with installations, gallery incidents, and touring exhibitions. This is a full-time, salaried position.

The Senior Registrar contributes to a culture of collaboration, community, and respect while embodying the principles of ICA's Quality of Service and centers the work of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of their work.

For a full description, please see the job posting here: https://www.icaboston.org/jobs/senior-registrar/ (opens in a new window)

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit resume and letter of interest to jobs@icaboston.org. When applying, please include "Senior Registrar" in the subject line.

Contact:

Robin Joyner
jobs@icaboston.org
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