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ARCS supports wage transparency and only accepts job postings which have a stated salary range beginning on January 15, 2019. 

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Registrar | Henry Morrison Flagler Museum posted Nov 21, 2023

1 Whitehall Way
Palm Beach, FL 33480
United States
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Salary: $45,000 - $50,000

The Museum is seeking an experienced, full-time Registrar to serve as a member of the Curatorial team. Under the direction of the Chief Curator, this position is responsible for the care, preservation, and cataloguing of objects in the Flagler Museum's permanent collection, as well as all areas of exhibition registration, including but not limited to logistics, installation/deinstallation oversight, incoming and outgoing loans, and documentation. As a member of the Curatorial team, the position also contributes to departmental activities such as exhibition development, publi cations, and holiday decorating.

For more info: Registrar

How to apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to associatecurator@flaglermuseum.us.

Contact:

Campbell Mobley
associatecurator@flaglermuseum.us
(561) 655-2833 ext. 29

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Associate Registrar for Loans Out and Exhibitions | Harvard Art Museums posted Nov 20, 2023

32 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Salary: $75000

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Registration, the Associate Registrar for Loans Out and Exhibitions oversees the planning, implementation, and documentation of assigned incoming and outgoing loans adhering to Collections Management's policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serves as key internal and external liaison by communicating and soliciting pertinent information, coordinating necessary loan preparation, ensuring loan compliance, and staying on budget and schedule.
• Reviews and prepares loan contracts and all related legal documentation in consultation with curatorial, conservation, collections management, and other departments as necessary. Reviews facility reports for potential borrowers. Evaluates and completes insurance documentation. Monitors loan negotiations to ensure that paperwork is completed in a timely manner.
• Generates budget estimates and tracks expenditures for p acking, crating, shipping, couriers, loan fees, conse rvation, and loan preparation.
• Coordinates and manages logistics with lenders, borrowers, shippers, and shipping agents for safe handling, packing, and transportation, adhering to requirements and the highest museum standards. Supervises in-house fine art packers and external vendors.
• Creates physical and virtual courier schedules and oversees all related arrangements.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Director for Registration to develop courier policy and procedures, define eligibility, and implement annual courier training program. Conducts courier training of new and current staff once training program is completed.
• Updates and maintains loan documentation as well as related digital files and records utilizing The Museum System (TMS).
• Contributes to and updates Loans Out and Exhibitions policies and procedures.
• Keeps abreast of current trends in museum registration adhering to current practices including U.S. and International customs procedures (CIT ES, Fish & Wildlife, OFAC, etc.). Collaborates with key stakeholders to research and develop innovative tools and technologies and undertakes special projects as required.
• Oversees and mentors intern or student worker.
• Serves as courier when necessary.

How to apply:

Please use this link https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25240&siteid=5341&Areq=64092BR to apply

Contact:

Susan Sachar
susan_davis@harvard.edu
6174969248

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Registrar, Permanent Collection | MIT List Visual Arts Center posted Nov 20, 2023

20 Ames St
E15-109
Cambridge, MA 02139
United States
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Salary: $75,000 - $83,000

REGISTRAR, PERMANENT COLLECTIONS, MIT List Visual Arts Center, to oversee the care and welfare of MIT’s three fine art collections (Campus Lending Collection, Student Lending Collection, and Public Art Collection) totaling over 4,000 works, most publicly sited throughout the Institute. Highly independent and wide-ranging collections management and registration duties include managing inventory and active loans in a digital collection management database, managing storage and logistics, monitoring conditions and assessing conservation needs, overseeing insurance and updated valuations as needed, and accessioning new works.  

For more info: Registrar, Permanent Collection

How to apply:

To apply, visit https://hr.mit.edu/careers and enter job id: 23420

Contact:

Elyse Cusick
listinfo@mit.edu
6172539479

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KELSEY MUSEUM MANAGER OF DIGITAL ASSETS | University of Michigan posted Nov 16, 2023

434 S. State Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
United States
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Salary: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00

The Manager of Digital Assets is primarily responsible for managing the Kelsey databases and other digital assets. In collaboration with the Collection Manager and with the UM Library Digital Content and Collections service, the successful candidate will work to improve the searchability and accessibility of the Kelsey information. The initial position focus will be to oversee the complete overhaul of the artifact database (Collective Access) including general data entry, integration of external specialist databases, and coordination with the UM Library on the management and distribution of the online database and digital archives. This may include liaising with external software and hardware vendors on maintenance, system upgrades, data migrations, and deployment of new features and other informatics and technology practitioners and groups across the museum, library, and LSA IT support units. The successful candidate will assume responsibility for database functionality, staff training, and other tasks to ensure technical and procedural protocols are efficient. An important future priority will be to redesign and improve the front-end interface of the database for users outside the museum. Additionally, this position supports the Collection Manager in overseeing the safe and secure storage and usage of the Museum's collections and archives. It also manages the paper and photographic archive, with particular emphasis on digitizing and disseminating the Kelsey archival holdings. Interfaces with other archives and librari es on campus.

For more info: Manager of Digital Assets

How to apply:

To apply: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/242115/kelsey-museum-manager-digital-assets

Contact:

Tamika Mohr
tamikanm@umich.edu
734-936-1840

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Associate Registrar | Utah Museum of Fine Arts posted Nov 16, 2023

410 Campus Center Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
United States
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Salary: $48000 - $52000

SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Director of Collections, the Associate Registrar oversees all records of objects belonging or on loan to the UMFA. Primary functions of the Associate Registrar's role include, but are not limited to:

Loans

• Manage the logistics of incoming and outgoing loans
• Collections Management
• Assist with the preservation and care of objects belonging or on loan to the UMFA to maintain a high professional standard in the physical care, storage, transportation, and exhibition of objects.

Collections Records

• Oversight and maintenance of forms, legal documents, physical records, and digital database records associated with accessioning, deaccessioning, cataloging, loans, packing, shipping, location, inventory, insurance, and storage of museum objects.
• This position works in close collaboration with the Museum's Executive Director, and staff members of the Museum's Collections, Curatorial, and Developmen t departments to ensure coordination and alignment of Museum-wide policies, procedures, and priorities.

How to apply:

Please apply via the University of Utah employment portal: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/155263

Note that language in posting may differ from the University application portal due to compulsory language requirements

Contact:

Lorraine Jackson
lorraine.jackson@umfa.utah.edu
8012329064

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Assistant Registrar | Philadelphia Museum of Art posted Nov 13, 2023

2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
United States
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Salary: $42,000

The Assistant Registrar is responsible for arranging and coordinating the transfer of artwork to and from the museum including transportation, couriers, security, insurance, unpacking, storage and related housekeeping details. The Assistant Registrar will organize safe and efficient transport of art objects for loan, purchase, gift, bequest, off-site storage, and oversee installations in an outdoor sculpture garden and some temporary exhibitions. The person best suited for this position is extremely detail-oriented, meets deadlines, and is a successful multi-tasker.

For more info: Assistant Registrar

How to apply:

To apply: https://philamuseum.applytojob.com/apply/nPLxaqIAKC/Assistant-Registrar

Contact:

Morgan Webb
morgan.webb@philamuseum.org
n/a

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Associate Registrar, Collections | San Francisco Museum of Modern Art posted Nov 8, 2023

151 Third Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
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Salary: $33.15 - $39.78 an hour ($33.15/hour (starting); $39.78/hour (position))

The Associate Registrar, Collections has a central role in advancing registration methods, policies, and procedures for the museum's collections and exhibition programs, in ways that are aligned with the museum's strategic priorities and the goals of the Registration department and the Collections, Exhibitions and Design (CED) division. They are responsible for successfully planning, managing, and documenting registration activities for assigned projects related to the museum's accessions/deac cessions, collections care, outgoing/incoming loans, rotations and exhibitions programs, including the Fisher Collection. The Associate Registrar, Collections has the breadth of experience and expertise to manage assigned registration activities for the fullest range of modern and contemporary artwork types and exhibition complexities, including temporary exhibitions.

The position is an opportunity to establish leadership skills in advancing the museum's dynamic collecting, loans out, and exhibition programs.

Reporting to the Registrar, Collections the Associate Registrar, Collections is the lead registrar on assigned projects and works collaboratively with colleagues in CED, Curatorial, Facilities, Operations, Security, Visitor Experience, and other museum departments in realizing integrated collections stewardship, collaborative collections research, and engaging and inspiring public programming. The Associate Registrar, Collections works with and represents the museum's interests to members of the arts communi ties, such as artists, studios, fabricators, estates, donors, vendors, galleries, and other museums.

For more info: Associate Registrar, Collections

How to apply:

To apply: https://jobs.lever.co/sfmoma/5cd22965-f31b-4530-bea8-5ce6dec0001a

Contact:

Eliza Chiasson
echiasson@sfmoma.org
415-357-2866

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Lead Preparator | Birmingham Museum of Art posted Nov 6, 2023

2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35203
United States
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Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

The Museum seeks a skilled, team-oriented, and experienced Lead Preparator to coordinate and oversee all duties related to the display and housing of works of art at the Birmingham Museum of Art (BMA) in Birmingham, Alabama. The successful candidate will have experience handling works of art and performing duties related to their care and installation, such as matting and framing, lighting, preparing display furniture and storage mounts, and installing art in all media using accepted museum standards and practices.

The ideal candidate will be excited to collaborate with BMA colleagues and have the reputation and skills to build partnerships within and without the Museum. The Lead Preparator should place great value on an understanding of the BMA's diverse collection.

For more info: Lead Preparator

How to apply:

Please submit a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: recruiting@artsbma.org

Contact:

Rose Wood, Chief Registrar
rwood@artsbma.org
2052542973

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Biological Anthropology Collections Manager | Penn Museum posted Nov 1, 2023

3260 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States
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Salary: $37,220.00 - $75,000.00

The Biological Anthropology (BA) Collections Manager will combine expertise in bioanthropology/ bioarcheology with collections experience and will carry out collections-related tasks that ensure the stewardship and accessibility of the collections. These tasks include: rehousing and inventory of the BA collections; organizing the collections in storage; maximizing long-term preservation and accessibility of the collection; planning, in collaboration with Conservation and the Registrar's Office, the long-term collection storage needs; assisting in the pr eparation of grant applications in support of collections needs; ordering storage supplies; routinely monitoring the physical conditions of collections; supervising volunteers and work-study students; create entries and review existing data in computerized collections databases; developing plans and programs for inventory and documentation of collections; liaising with other Museum departments; assisting with repatriation requests; and arranging access to the collections.

This is a one-year term position, subject to renewal.

For more info: Biological Anthropology Collections Manager

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume via the following link: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Biological-Anthropology-Collections-Manager_JR00081268

Contact:

Anne Brancati
brancati@upenn.edu
(215) 746-6975

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Associate Registrar | Penn Museum posted Nov 1, 2023

3260 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States
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Salary: $56,160

Reporting to the Senior Registrar within the Collections Division of the Penn Museum, the Associate Registrar will work with special collections, including human remains and other culturally sensitive materials. The Associate Registrar is responsible for conducting a museum-wide inventory of the physical human remains in the collection (regardless of Curatorial Section), which will include working in conjunction with at least one bio-archaeologist/bio-anthropologist to process & catalogue the material, as well as the NAGPRA Coordinator, the Curatorial Section Keepers & Curators as nee ded, and other Museum staff members. The Associate Registrar will assist with a comprehensive storage project to improve the storage of the Biological Anthropology Collection. The Associate Registrar will work regularly in the Museum's collections database, EMu, and will assist in performing other Registrarial duties and collections-related research and administrative duties.

** This is a one-year term position, subject to renewal.
** Please note that this position is a bargaining unit position represented by a labor union. Job related responsibilities, duties, qualifications, and compensation associated with this position are determined by a collective bargaining agreement.

For more info: Associate Registrar

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume via this link: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/University-Museum/Associate-Registrar_JR00081288-1

Contact:

Anne Brancati
brancati@upenn.edu
(215) 746-6975

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Collections Manager | Judd Foundation posted Oct 31, 2023

104 S Highland Ave
Marfa, TX 79843
United States
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Salary: $80,000-$90,000

Judd Foundation was created in 1996 with the mission to preserve and maintain Donald Judd's permanently installed living and working spaces, libraries, and archives in Marfa, Texas and New York. The Foundation promotes a wider understanding of Judd's artistic legacy by providing access to these spaces and resources and by developing scholarly and educational programs. The Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.

The Collections Manager serves as the head of the Collections Department and is responsible for Judd Foundation's collections in Marfa, TX and New Yo rk, NY. The position reports to the Director of Operations and Preservation, supervises the four-person collections team, including the Collections Coordinator, and will work in close coordination with the operations, research, and archives staff in Marfa and New York. This is a full-time, exempt position, with the requirement to work flexibly as projects require. The position is located in the Marfa office of the Foundation.

The Collections Manager is responsible for the care and preservation of the Foundation's broad collection including objects, paintings, prints, furniture, drawings, design, ethnographic and domestic objects. The collection is primarily held in Donald Judd's permanently installed working and living spaces in Marfa, TX. Additional collection locations include 101 Spring Street, New York, on and off-site storage.

Salary and Hiring
This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, in Marfa, Texas with competitive benefits including full individual healthcare. Relocation expenses available. The annual salary range for the position is $80,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience.

How to apply:

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to Judd Foundation Human Resources at hr@juddfoundation.org with "Collections Manager" as the subject line. No phone calls, please. Due to the number of submissions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Contact:

HR
hr@juddfoundation.org
2122192747

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Associate Registrar | Walters Art Museum posted Oct 31, 2023

600 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
United States
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Salary: $44.4K-$54.4K

The Walters Art Museum is looking to fill the position of Associate Registrar to join the dynamic team of museum professionals that constitutes the Department of Conservation, Collections, and Technical Research. As part of a multi-disciplined team centered on the preservation, study, and installation of the Walters collection, this Associate Registrar coordinates management of the Walters' permanent collection, associated storage spaces, and acquisitions program. The Associate Registrar provides assistance for the internal and external movement of art at the Walters, in conjunct ion with Collections, Installations, and Conservation staff. The Associate Registrar contributes to upholding best practices in collection stewardship by maintaining collections care practices as outlined in the Walters' Collections Management Policy.

For full description: Associate Registrar

How to apply:

Apply through our website:

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=98009&clientkey=D683F6C4BF4F32C0680A3E193A2F9666

Contact:

Jenn Harr
jharr@thewalters.org
410.547.9000

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Associate Registrar, Loans | The Corning Museum of Glass posted Oct 31, 2023

1 Museum Way
Corning, NY 14830
United States
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Salary: $50,000 - $53,500

Manages all aspects of incoming and outgoing loans and traveling exhibitions. Maintains records on loans (both incoming and outgoing) and exhibition documentation. Assists Registration in maintaining all other collections related records. Assists with the movement of objects, whether owned by the Museum or on loan. Participates in ongoing collections data verification, research, and updates and ensures the safety of collections, visitors, and staff. As a member of the Collections Management team, works collaboratively with the Conservation and Pho tography staff on all collections and gallery projects.

Responsibilities
Loans and Traveling Exhibitions
. Prepares and maintains documents for the loan of objects from the collection and in all matters relating to the loan, including coordinating movement of objects, condition review, photography, insurance, packing and shipping.
. Coordinates and records contract negotiations for traveling exhibition and loan agreements.
. Coordinates shipping and receiving logistics with fine art shippers and custom brokers and serves as the primary point of contact for loan shipments.
. Tracks exhibition loan costs.
. Serves as the direct liaison with external vendors/contractors related to incoming and outgoing loans.
. Maintains and distributes the master exhibition installation and deinstallation calendar.
. Assures compliance with lender conditions including conservation, installation, security, and courier requirements.
. Prepares inv oices related to incoming and outgoing loans, traveli ng exhibitions and courier travel and expenses.
. Maintains outgoing loans list and distributes to appropriate departments.
. Creates and updates forms, and legal documentation related to loans and traveling exhibitions, including the official CMoG general facility report.
. Prepares packing and installation documentation for all outgoing loan objects.
. Ensures that accession and loan numbers are accurately applied to objects, maintains location records and prepares loan folders for exhibitions.
. Manages the coordination of lenders and their courier's travel, lodging and schedule for exhibition installation and de-installation.
. Coordinates and oversees all virtual courier loan operations, collaborating with internal and external teams on logistics, scheduling, technologies for object monitoring in transit, as well as technology for real-time receipt, conditioning and installation.
. Aids in the receipt and preparation of initial condition report s on all glass objects acquired, borrowed, or received for study.
. Maintains digital records for objects loaned to CMoG for temporary exhibitions and display and assists in organizing past loan and past exhibition files.
. Processes all exhibition photography in Digital Asset Management system and digital record shot photography as necessary.
Collections Information
. Assists in the maintenance of the catalogue of collection objects, including paper and digital records.
. With the Collections team, assists in the movement of objects and location updates for conservation, loan, photography, exhibition, etc.
. Processes digital (record shot) photography of objects when requested.
. Assists in maintaining existing content and changes to the Collections Browser portion of the Museum's website.
. Acts as Collections Database (TMS) liaison for CMoG staff working on object data verification and assists internal and external customers with data ret rieval.
. With the Collections team, performs in ventories of objects on display and in storage areas.
. With the Registration staff, researches and resolves unfinished past collections projects, with focus on loans.
. Continues to develop professionally with emphasis on current collections management best practices.
. Serves as courier for the Collection as needed and/or manages virtual courier services

General
. Supports and amplifies the Museum's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and access.
. Adheres to all Museum safety policies and procedures.
. Serves on cross-departmental matrix teams, project teams and workgroups as appropriate.

How to apply:

Email or mail resume with cover letter, indicating which job you are applying for, to employment@cmog.org or send to Corning Museum of Glass, One Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, Attn: Human Resources. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact:

Hilarie Dyer
dyerha@cmog.org
6074385056

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Traveling Exhibitions Coordinator | Art Bridges Foundation posted Oct 30, 2023

300 SW 24th Street
Bentonville, AR 72717
United States
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Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

Art Bridges is seeking a skilled, highly motivated professional to join our Traveling Exhibitions department. This position requires excellent communication and project management skills. Candidates should demonstrate prior success supporting multiple projects with overlapping timelines and tracking budgets. The ideal candidate will be a natural diplomat who is committed to inclusivity and working closely with museums of all sizes. You will aggregate, develop, and disseminate exhibition materials to internal and external stakeholders; foster collaboration and collegiality among stakeholders; monitor overall project timelines and deliverables; ensure contract compliance; oversee project budgets; and support our partners as needed. Each traveling exhibition project is distinct and unique, requiring flexibility in the type and level of support required.

For more info: Art Bridges Foundation

How to apply:

To apply: https://awe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Art_and_Wellness/job/Bentonville-AR/Traveling-Exhibitions-Coordinator_JR586

Contact:

Leigh Oliver
Loliver@weioffice.com
n/a

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Registration Assistant, Part-Time | Denver Art Museum posted Oct 29, 2023

100 W. 14th Avenue Pkwy
Denver, CO 80204
United States
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Salary: $18.00-$22.50

The Registration Assistant will assist with budgeted registration projects involving the creation and maintenance of records, collections database, and documentation for incoming artworks, loans, or traveling exhibitions. Unpacks and conditions artwork and assists with research and cataloging collection projects. Assists in the management and maintenance of temporary storage areas, hard file records, file archival rehousing, and file cleanup.

This position reports to the Senior Registrar, Registration and Traveling Exhibition Services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

. Assists with coordination of art shipments, including packing and arrangements, insurance coverage, and associated documentation.
. Assists with unpacking, packing, cataloging, conditioning, and moving artwork.
. Physically numbers, generates tags and barcode IDs, and assists with rehousing incoming artworks.
. Prepares registration documentation (receipts, condition reports, loan agreements, etc.).
. Undertakes data-entry and reporting on collections database.
. Assists with maintaining files, records, and working on collection research and cataloging projects.
. Assists with doing condition documentation photography in digitized format.
. Assists with collection inventories and storage moves.
. Oversees access to and appointments in Registrar's artwork holding area.
. Assists with file and records room projects including archival file organization, rehousing, cleanup, and bas ic filing.
. Consistent usage of the Racial Equi ty Lens in day-to-day operations.
. Yearly goal setting to support Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives.
. Promote and implement institutional EDI initiatives.
. Additional duties as assigned.

For more info: Registration Assistant, Part-Time

How to apply:

To apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=87814&clientkey=6F0CCA38B9135DC3CC20883865902788

Contact:

Vashawn Buckley
vbuckley@denverartmuseum.org
7209132755

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Associate Registrar, Traveling Exhibitions | Art Bridges Foundation posted Oct 27, 2023

300 SW 24th Street
Bentonville, AR 72717
United States
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Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

Art Bridges seeks an Associate Registrar, Traveling Exhibitions to assist the Collection Loans & Exhibitions team. This individual will support the Collection Loans & Exhibitions department in its strategic initiatives, working closely with our institutional partners and Art Bridges' team members. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and diplomatic professional who is service-minded and can build and maintain professional, collegial relationships. With proven registration experience, the person in this position will work on multiple projects simultaneously with a high attention to detail, while staying organized and on schedule, and should be comfortable working with online resources, foundation databases, and software. A passion for high-quality work in a team environment and a strong commitment to the Ar t Bridges' mission of expanding access to American art is key to success in this role.

For more info: Associate Registrar, Traveling Exhibitions

How to apply:

To apply: https://awe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Art_and_Wellness/details/Traveling-Exhibitions-Coordinator_JR586?q=exhibitions

Contact:

Leigh Oliver
Loliver@weioffice.com
n/a

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Multimedia Archivist | Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation posted Oct 26, 2023

12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
United States
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Salary: $60,000-65,000

The Multimedia Archivist has the primary responsibility of managing and preserving the photographs, moving images, and sound collections at the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. The position is responsible for the arrangement, preservation, description, digitization, and organization of all analog and digital photographic formats and audio material including photographs, film, video, negatives, transparencies, slides, and oral histories, as well as digital assets.

Working under the direc tion of the Director of Collections and Archives, the Multimedia Archivist contributes to the success of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation by providing digital access to photographic and audio-visual collections to staff, the Taliesin Institute, outside researchers, and the broader community while also managing our image database, Portfolio.

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, experienced archivist with excellent organizational skills. The candidate must be proficient in shooting and editing photography, capturing metadata, archival digitization, and able to develop a digital archive and a digital library inventory system for achieving and recalling assets.

The Multimedia Archivist must be familiar with best practices for managing physical and digital collections and have a high comfort level using equipment and software such as professional digital cameras, printers, plotters, scanners, and Photoshop.

For more info: Multimedia Archivist 

How to apply:

To apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2031822/Frank-Lloyd-Wright-Foundation/Multimedia-Archivist

Contact:

Rebecca Hagen
collections@franklloydwright.org
4806275341

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Registrar | The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art posted Oct 26, 2023

150 Central Ave
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
United States
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Salary: $48,000-$53,000 annually

Reporting to the Deputy Director for Art and Education, the Registrar is responsible for overseeing collections management, documentation, and care. The Registrar is a key team member for implementing the museum's schedule of special exhibitions, collections installations, and acquisitions in collaboration with the rest of the Curatorial team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees the preservation, conservation, housing, and maintenance of the museum collection, adhering to current museum standards and best practices.
• Develops, maintains, and implements collection management policies and procedures.
• Manages and executes collection inventory, database maintenance and data entry, keeping impeccable records of all objects.
• Processes all incoming and outgoing loans for both special exhibitions and the permanent collection.
• Processes and catalogs all incoming gifts in collaboration with the Curatorial staff.
• Provenance research.
• Facilitates the coordination and fabrication of display cases, object mounts and frames.
• Responsible for the rights and reproduction needs of the onsite artwork.
• Oversees and implements care, organization and maintenance of prep and collection storage areas according to professional museum standards.
• Manages the transportation of art including coordination of crates and shipping.
• Maintains fine arts insurance coverage and processes claims.
• Coordinates all photographic requirements for the permanent collection.
• Leads assessment of risk management, best practices, and executes ongoing care and maintenance of the art in times of emergency.
• Other duties as assigned.

How to apply:

To apply: https://the-james-museum-of-western-wildlife-art.rippling-ats.com/job/700173/registrar

Contact:

Victoria Doyle
victoria.doyle@thejamesmuseum.org
727-892-4200

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Research & Special Collections Librarian | Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation posted Oct 26, 2023

12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
United States
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Salary: $50,000-55,000

Reporting to the Director of Collections & Archives, the Research & Special Collections Librarian (Librarian) collaborates with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation staff, students, and scholars to provide access to the library and special collection as well as research and reference support for programming, exhibitions, presentations, publications, and the Taliesin Institute. The Librarian oversees the preservation and organization of primary and secondary materials and manages all library services including cataloging, acquisitions, and the development of both physical and online collections. The position encourages inquiry and critical thinking by providing training in the availability and use of library resources and maintains information tools that advance the work of Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.

Essential Functions:

• Manages library services and ensures that library materials are current, easily accessible, and available.
• Oversees the processing and cataloging of library and special collection materials including creating original bibliographic records, cataloging, re-housing, authority control, changing existing records as needed, and processing materials.
• Provides access to special and archival collections by creating finding aids, collection-level records, and metadata descriptions.
• Provides support to other Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation departments through research and reference requests.
• Performs reference service in person, by mail, virtually, or by telephone; assists in locating reference sources or performs searches of databases, indexes, abstracts, directories, and related sources or directs patrons to other sources of requested information such as government agencies or other library systems.
• Demonstrates the use of library catalogs, databases, e-resources, and other user aids and trains users in the availability and use of library resources. 
• Utilizes best professional standards in the development and recommendation of policies and procedures.
• Works with the registrar to coordinate care and access to archival material in both the library and archive.
• Supervises the work of interns and volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

How to apply:

To apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2031694/Frank-Lloyd-Wright-Foundation/Research-Special-Collections-Librarian

Contact:

Rebecca Hagen
collections@franklloydwright.org
4806275341

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Senior Curator, Native American Collections | Minnesota Historical Society posted Oct 18, 2023

345 W Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, MN 54002
United States
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Salary: $64,050.00 annual minimum, commensurate with experience

This position exists to play a vital role in leading the direction of the MNHS Native American Collections through documentation, interpretation, and stewardship. In order to develop and implement a robust strategy for access, impact, and community engagement, the Curator collaborates with MNHS leadership, the director of Collections, peer curators and collections management colleagues, and colleagues across the organization, including the director of Native American Initiatives, as well as Native nations and Native community members. A key aspect of this collaboration includes investigating, building support for, and implementing a new model of su stainable, ethically-driven collecting and stewardshi p practices. The curator of Native American Collections will also play a critical role in leading MNHS strategy and compliance with Native American Graves and Repatriation Act of 1990 (NAGPRA) and efforts related to culturally sensitive and sacred objects and objects of cultural patrimony: collaboratively developing priorities and strategies for NAGPRA in the 21st century, as well as leading collections review, research, documentation, access, consultation, and repatriation.

For more info: Senior Curator, Native American Collections

How to apply:

Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society's career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

Contact:

Michelle Jorges
michelle.jorges@mnhs.org
651-259-3190

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Associate Registrar, Exhibitions | The Bruce Museum posted Oct 12, 2023

1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT 06830
United States
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Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

The Bruce Museum prides itself on exploring the intersection of Art and Science. A recently completed expansion project has more than doubled the size of the Museum, including nine new or newly renovated galleries and three new permanent collection storage spaces. As we build and expand our team, we seek a FT Associate Registrar, Exhibitions to join us as we embark on this exciting new era. The successful candidate will assist the Registrar in managing all aspects of incoming loan coordination for an active and ambitious exhibitions program, working alongside coll eagues in Curatorial, Collections, and Exhibitions to implement best practices across the growing institution.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all aspects of lender negotiations and arranging packing, shipping, insurance, security, handling, and care for incoming loans. Producing and managing loan-related paperwork, maintaining digital and hard copy records. Advising curators and exhibition preparators of all handling, mounting, environmental and security requirements established by lenders, plus any special needs in the areas of storage, conservation, and installation. Overseeing exhibition installation and deinstallation, working with the Director of Exhibitions and a team of preparators, as well as condition reporting all loans to temporary exhibitions.
• Maintaining loans on display, regularly monitoring light levels and environmental conditions, and reporting to lenders as required.
• Facilitating internal image rights and reproduction request s relating to works on loan, including for Marketing/ PR and Education purposes. Researching and clearing copyright for loaned objects when needed for exhibition-related press, publicity, or printed materials.
• Developing a keen knowledge of, and strictly adhering to, the Bruce Museum Collections Management Policy.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit a resume/CV and cover letter to jobs@brucemuseum.org. Please include "Associate Registrar, Exhibitions" in the subject line.

Contact:

Kathryn Brous
kbrous@brucemuseum.org
2034136773

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Associate Registrar, Collections | Worcester Art Museum posted Oct 5, 2023

55 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
United States
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Salary: $47,073 - $54,132

Worcester Art Museum (WAM) is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Associate Collections Registrar. Reporting to the Chief Registrar, you will oversee all aspects of the management of the museum's permanent art collection, including collections and media record management, collections storage, the processing of new acquisitions and management of object moves, as well as the development of policy and procedures, and the administration of the museum's TMS collections management system. You will bring your experience working to the highes t standards in museum collections management to WAM. You will have a flexible approach to work, strong communication and organizational skills, and thrive in a dynamic work environment. This is an exciting time to be joining WAM, with the opportunity not only to shape the role of collections management but also to play a role in many of the in-progress and planned art storage and gallery development projects at the museum.

For more info: Associate Registrar, Collections 

How to apply:

For further details and how to apply see https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1980985

Contact:

Joann Colon-Rivera, Human Resources Manager
n/a
508-793-4305

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Associate Registrar, Exhibitions | Worcester Art Museum posted Oct 5, 2023

55 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
United States
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Salary: $47,073 - $54,132

Worcester Art Museum (WAM) is seeking an experienced individual to fill the new role of Associate Exhibitions Registrar. Reporting to the Registrar for Loans and Exhibitions Management, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning and delivery of the museum's exciting program of temporary exhibitions and permanent gallery changes. You will bring your experience working to the highest standards in a museum environment to the management of WAM's temporary exhibitions, permanent gallery refreshes, and installations. You will thrive at WAM with excell ent organizational skills and a flexible, pragmatic approach in a dynamic work environment. You will be proactive and confident working with colleagues across the institution and from external design teams. This is an exciting time to be joining WAM, with the opportunity to shape and develop exhibition management at WAM.

For more info: Associate Registrar, Exhibitions

How to apply:

For further details and how to apply see https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/73afc39f-a398-4220-b5ef-4eb0b903d6cc/Worcester-Art-Museum

Contact:

Joann Colon-Rivera, Human Resources Manager
joanncolon-rivera@worcesterart.org
508-793-4305

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Registrar and Exhibition Coordinator | The Society of the Four Arts posted Oct 5, 2023

100 FOUR ARTS PLZ
Palm Beach, FL 33480
United States
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Salary: $60,000-$65,000

The Registrar and Exhibition Coordinator performs registrar duties, provides curatorial support, and serves as an art handler and preparator. The position may contribute ideas to the exhibition program and development of the collection. It is an essential part of The Four Arts' collegiate work environment by liaising with other internal departments, local contractors and vendors, and with the professional art world.

Position Duties & Responsibilities:
Exhibitions & Exhibition Logistics:
. Review traveling exhibition contracts and loan agreements.
. Draft and review in-house developed Exhibition Agreements.
. Research and propose traveling exhibitions.
. Send lenders General Facility Report and answer inquiries about facilities.
. Liaise with Facilities and Technical Services about contractual obligations for traveling exhibitions and loans, including security, environment, and lighting.
. Obtain certificates of insurance and insurance endorsements f rom Huntington T. Block and send to lenders.
. Assist with development of exhibition design.
. Help supervise exhibition installations and deinstallations.
. Hire and manage art handlers.
. Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipping of exhibitions.
. Oversee unpacking and repacking of exhibition crates.
. Inspect crates and condition report art, including photography, upon arrival and before outgoing shipping or as otherwise requested.
. Advise lenders of condition changes, damage, or loss to crates and art.
. Download and save environmental readings of temperature and relative humidity from Metasys and alert Facilities of abnormal variations.
. Monitor and replenish gallery and technology supplies in exhibitions and Sculpture Garden.
. Perform gallery maintenance, including dusting of art and display platforms, pedestals, and vitrines.
. Create exhibition opening reception guest lists and send to Advancement, Special Events, and Communications, and create comp guest list and sends to Box Office.
. Attend and assist with opening receptions and exhibition-related lectures or tours.
. Assist with production of in-house developed guides and catalogues.
. Research, request, and manage copyright permissions.

Tour Program:
. Assist with recruitment and management of paid and volunteer docents. program.
. Collaborate with Communications and Ticketing to book group tours.
. Schedule docents to give tours.
. Manage tour email account and calendar in Microsoft Outlook.
. Liaise with Customer Service about tour schedules.
. Field public inquiries about tour program and tour requests.

Permanent Art Collection:
. Draft and review Deed of Gift and Deaccession Forms.
. Accession new art into collection.
. Coordinate packing and shipping of new acquisitions.
. Deaccession works from collection and assist with determining means of disposal for deaccessions.
. Manage o bject and artist files (digital and hard copy) and cr eate new files as needed.
. Update location records of objects as needed.
. Alert Huntington T. Block of changes in location status and valuation.
. Assist with negotiating annual premium of fine arts insurance policy.
. Serve as co-Administrator of Collector Systems collection management software and manage information in database, including data entry and uploading of documentation.
. Perform annual inventory of collection.
. Continually research values of objects.
. Regularly survey condition of objects on display.
. Maintain condition report list and identify works in need of conservation.
. Coordinate maintenance of outdoor sculptures with contracted conservators.
. Assist with curating rotations of collection objects.
. Manage Office Art collection, including internal loan agreements with staff.

Administrative:
. Serve as Department liaison with other Four Arts' departments and all external parties.
. Work closely with Customer Service to assist groups or VIP visitors to exhibitions and gardens.
. Manage sub-contractors' Hold Harmless Agreements and insurance paperwork and send copies to Patron & Accounting Services.
. Complete and file Event Memos with Facilities and Technical Services.
. Process invoices under $2,500.00.
. Copy-edit all Department literature.
. Upload text, images, and audio content into STQRY) app builder (self-guided tour platform).
. Assist with AAM reaccreditation.
. Write and update Emergency Preparedness Plans for Fine Arts.
. Respond to public inquiries about current and past exhibitions and the collection.
. Manage ongoing project of digitization of Department's hard copy records.
. Post Department's activities on Four Arts' Schedule Fusion calendar.
. Foster relationships with Four Arts' staff, members, donors, and local art community.
. Maintain memberships in profess ional organizations and continue professional develop ment and networking opportunities by attending conferences and workshops.

How to apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume/CV to rdunham@fourarts.org by December 1.

Contact:

Rebecca Dunham
rdunham@fourarts.org
5613293388

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Chief Preparator | Clark Art Institute posted Sep 28, 2023

225 South Street
Williamstown, MA 01267
United States
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Salary: Minimum starting salary: $66,150

Position Overview
The Chief Preparator is responsible for planning and managing the preparation of gallery spaces and objects for exhibitions and for planning and managing the fabrication, installation, and de-installation of both temporary exhibitions and long-term installations. In addition, the Chief Preparator is responsible for preparing objects from the permanent collection for transport. The Chief Preparator manages and supervises the Clark’s staff preparators, as well as contractors, on all aspects related to art handling, art storage and art movement.

For more info: Chief Preparator

How to apply:

To apply: https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=L7236

Contact:

Patricia Tainter
ptainter@clarkart.edu
413-458-0541

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Associate Registrar | Institute of Contemporary Art posted Sep 28, 2023

25 Harbor Shore Drive
Boston, MA 02210
United States
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Salary: $58,000 - $60,000

The Institute of Contemporary Art seeks an Associate Registrar to join our Curatorial team. As a member of the registration team, and reporting to the Senior Registrar, the Associate Registrar works to organize and install exhibitions and touring-exhibition programs and assists the Senior Registrar in the management of the ICA’s collection and archive. The Associate Registrar will be responsible for a broad range of registration functions including organizing artwork transport and storage, completing documentation and budget projections, loan forms, and filing condition reports. While possessing the ability to work independently it is also critical to possess the ability to work in conjunction with a team. Schedule includes domestic and international travel, and some nights and weekend hours in conjunction with installations and loans. 

The Associate Registrar contributes to a culture of collaboration, community, and respect and centers the work of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of their work.

For more info: Associate Registrar

How to apply:

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

Contact:

Alison Hatcher
ahatcher@icaboston.org
6178528686

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Associate Registrar | Oklahoma City Museum of Art posted Sep 21, 2023

415 Couch Drive
Oklahoma, OK 73102
United States
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Salary: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00

The Associate Registrar supports the Oklahoma City Museum of Art's mission of enriching lives through the visual arts by ensuring the highest standards in the documentation, care, and display of the Museum's permanent collection. The Associate Registrar has a central role in ongoing efforts to improve the long-term preservation and access for objects in the Museum's care.

Major responsibilities include:

• Leading regular collection inventories.
• Managing outgoing loans of objects in the Museum's permanent collection.
• Expanding cataloguing f or the objects in the permanent collection by measuring and recording dimensions, noting marks and inscriptions, and adding physical accession numbers.
• Creating and updating object records for permanent collection, non-collection, FIC, and promised gifts in The Museum System (TMS).
• Along with curatorial staff, create and maintain physical artist, object, and exhibition records and files.
• Anticipating storage requirements for new acquisitions and determining appropriate housing for the current collection according to best practices.

How to apply:

To apply:
https://easyapply.co/a/46c21067-bd60-4cf0-ad4d-8c5573b0bc10

Contact:

Khristie Johnson
kjohnson@okcmoa.com
405-278-8287

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Manager of Art Study Center Operations | Harvard Art Museums posted Sep 14, 2023

32 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Salary: $74,000-$78,000

How to apply:

Please use this link https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25240&siteid=5341&Areq=63490BR to see the full job description and apply.

Contact:

Susan Sachar
susan_davis@harvard.edu
6174969248

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Assistant Registrar | The Crosby Company of New Hampshire posted Sep 14, 2023

11 Keewaydin Dr.
Salem, NH 03079
United States
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Salary: $25 - $30/HR

The Assistant Registrar is an integral member of the Curatorial team responsible for assisting various stakeholders with the documentation, movement, and care of multiple active collections. Assignments include accessioning new purchases, coordinating domestic and international shipping, completing regular collection inventories, managing outgoing loans as assigned, and assisting with or leading special projects as assigned. This position also provides administrative, research, and project support to the Manager of Registration and Collections Management as well as the Head of Private Curatorial.

For more info: Assistant Registrar

How to apply:

To apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=827b4c34-c253-4cd2-a670-ecc675a74001&ccId=2640974896_2859&source=CC2&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CurrentOpenings&jobId=457356

Contact:

Mark Sweet
msweet@thecrosbyco.com
603-912-0480

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