Physical Demands
Ability to lift and carry up to at least 50 pounds. Must be able to travel up and down stairs climb squat bend and work from ladders or platforms. Ability to maintain a steady pace throughout the day. Ability to sit stand crouch lift push pull reach carry move twist and generally perform medium physical duties.
Required Qualifications
3 to 5 years of experience in professional museum collections care in art museums history museums or other collecting institutions with special preference given to candidates who have worked with fine arts collections B.A. in Art History Museum Studies Library Science or related subject required Strong cross-cultural competence. High emotional intelligence and proven ability to forge mutually respectful trusting and effective relationships with a diverse group of staff donors artists collectors scholars museum and gallery colleagues community leaders and decision makers. Knowledge of and experience with best practices and museum standards for the handling packing storage and transport of a variety of object types and exhibitions. Strong organizational/problem-solving skills; detail-oriented; skilled in organizing work and managing time; Ability to complete tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail. Expertise in museum digitization processes and storage/retrieval of data. Knowledge of Past Perfect museum software or other digital asset management software. Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively both independently and as part of a team. Strong written and verbal skills. Ability to develop and monitor annual operating and multi-year project budgets. Ability to analyze and assess risk and to communicate options. Knowledge of federal and state policies and procedures relating to collections and exhibition ethics and legal regulations relating to the collection. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to manage complex situations with agility flexibility and professional courtesy and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
M.A. preferred ideally with focus or concentration in collections management. Art Handler/Preparator experience. Experience working across academic departments and administrative units in a university setting and/or as a university partnered organization
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