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09-10-2014, 06:54 AM
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http://www.midwestmuseums.org/images/star_tan.gif (http://www.midwestmuseums.org/jobs.html#a) MUSEUM REGISTRAR
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, MI
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) museum registrar. Located in Southwest Michigan (2 hours from Detroit and Chicago) with a county population of 250,000, the KIA produces 14-16 exhibitions annually and maintains a collection of approximately 4,500 works of art. www.kiarts.org (http://www.kiarts.org/)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registrar manages all aspects of the permanent collection, including accessioning and documenting, maintaining electronic and physical records, inventory, storage, monitoring condition of objects, and safeguarding objects from damage, either physical or environmental. The Registrar also oversees loans for temporary exhibitions and collection loans, including shipping and packing, insurance, condition reporting, and inventory control. Additionally, the Registrar serves as the institutional archivist.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum B.A. (M.A. strongly preferred) in art history or museum studies and 2 years' experience as an art museum registrar. Experience working with collection database software, preferably The Museum System (TMS) and eMuseum. Proven track record for working efficiently and accurately, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work well within a close-knit team. Knowledge of proper art handling techniques, basic conservation methods, and archival materials. Fluency with PC-based computers (MS Office), including spreadsheets, database, and website interface.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter with salary requirement, résumé, and names of three professional references to Vicki Wright, Director of Collections and Exhibitions, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007, or email to vickiw@kiarts.org. No phone calls, please. DEADLINE: Friday, Sept. 26, 2014.
http://www.midwestmuseums.org/images/star_tan.gif (http://www.midwestmuseums.org/jobs.html#a) MUSEUM REGISTRAR
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, MI
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) museum registrar. Located in Southwest Michigan (2 hours from Detroit and Chicago) with a county population of 250,000, the KIA produces 14-16 exhibitions annually and maintains a collection of approximately 4,500 works of art. www.kiarts.org (http://www.kiarts.org/)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registrar manages all aspects of the permanent collection, including accessioning and documenting, maintaining electronic and physical records, inventory, storage, monitoring condition of objects, and safeguarding objects from damage, either physical or environmental. The Registrar also oversees loans for temporary exhibitions and collection loans, including shipping and packing, insurance, condition reporting, and inventory control. Additionally, the Registrar serves as the institutional archivist.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum B.A. (M.A. strongly preferred) in art history or museum studies and 2 years' experience as an art museum registrar. Experience working with collection database software, preferably The Museum System (TMS) and eMuseum. Proven track record for working efficiently and accurately, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work well within a close-knit team. Knowledge of proper art handling techniques, basic conservation methods, and archival materials. Fluency with PC-based computers (MS Office), including spreadsheets, database, and website interface.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter with salary requirement, résumé, and names of three professional references to Vicki Wright, Director of Collections and Exhibitions, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007, or email to vickiw@kiarts.org. No phone calls, please. DEADLINE: Friday, Sept. 26, 2014.