erika.katayama
05-08-2018, 10:37 AM
Mingei International Museum is searching for a contract Registrar to assist with our upcoming Collection move and building renovation project. Members of the Mingei Registration team will be available to conduct preliminary interviews at the upcoming AAM Annual Meeting in Phoenix, AZ May 6 - 9. Please find the job description and instructions for applying below and on the attached document. If you will be attending AAM and wish to meet with one of us, please indicate that in your response.
Contract Registrar Job Description
Position Title: Project Manager for Collections Move (Reports to Registration)
Term: 40hrs / week for six months beginning June 2018 and ending November 2018
Description:
Mingei International Museum located in Balboa Park, San Diego is undertaking a museum-wide renovation project and move of the Permanent Collection of over 26,000 objects. The Museum is seeking an experienced Registrar to manage the day-to-day logistics of packing and moving the Collection. Working closely with Museum staff and a professional art packing company, this individual will supervise and manage a team of art handlers to ensure the safety of objects and track objects as they are packed and moved off-site.
Duties:
- Prepare move lists, track movement of objects
- Ensure objects are packed properly
- Coordinate shipments from the museum to offsite storage
- Supervise art handlers, interns, volunteers
- Assist with other registration duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
- Extensive knowledge of museum Registration and best practices for handling and tracking objects as set forth by the American Alliance of Museums
- Previous experience with Collection moves, strongly preferred
- Strong work ethic that includes a commitment to confidentiality
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and to prioritize
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to climb ladders, squat, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds
- Previous experience with Collections Management databases; EmbARK preferred
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and other collaborative computer programs such as AirTable, Slack, or Trello
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to bforsyth@mingei.org<mailto:bforsyth@mingei.org
Contract Registrar Job Description
Position Title: Project Manager for Collections Move (Reports to Registration)
Term: 40hrs / week for six months beginning June 2018 and ending November 2018
Description:
Mingei International Museum located in Balboa Park, San Diego is undertaking a museum-wide renovation project and move of the Permanent Collection of over 26,000 objects. The Museum is seeking an experienced Registrar to manage the day-to-day logistics of packing and moving the Collection. Working closely with Museum staff and a professional art packing company, this individual will supervise and manage a team of art handlers to ensure the safety of objects and track objects as they are packed and moved off-site.
Duties:
- Prepare move lists, track movement of objects
- Ensure objects are packed properly
- Coordinate shipments from the museum to offsite storage
- Supervise art handlers, interns, volunteers
- Assist with other registration duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
- Extensive knowledge of museum Registration and best practices for handling and tracking objects as set forth by the American Alliance of Museums
- Previous experience with Collection moves, strongly preferred
- Strong work ethic that includes a commitment to confidentiality
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and to prioritize
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to climb ladders, squat, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds
- Previous experience with Collections Management databases; EmbARK preferred
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and other collaborative computer programs such as AirTable, Slack, or Trello
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to bforsyth@mingei.org<mailto:bforsyth@mingei.org