erika.katayama
08-02-2018, 12:27 PM
The Historic New Orleans Collection (THNOC) is a museum, research center, and publisher dedicated to the study and preservation of the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South region. The Collection is currently accepting resumes for the position of assistant registrar.
The assistant registrar position is responsible for the physical and documentary care of the collections. This position assists in maintaining The Collection’s database of incoming material for acquisition consideration, accessions and loans. Additionally, this position assists with all operations of the Collections Department, including exhibitions, insurance, loan processing, environmental monitoring, and collections transport and storage.
RequirementsThe ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in history, museum studies or a related field and a minimum of two years of related experience working in a museum or comparable position, including experience in collections registration methods and systems and conservation standards and practices. This position also requires a comprehensive knowledge of New Orleans and Louisiana history and the capacity for on-going development of this knowledge. Additionally, the successful candidate must have effective communication skills, proficient computer skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
This is a full-time position, Monday–Friday. The Collection offers a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and a dynamic, educational culture.
For consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by August 15, 2018.
EOE
The assistant registrar position is responsible for the physical and documentary care of the collections. This position assists in maintaining The Collection’s database of incoming material for acquisition consideration, accessions and loans. Additionally, this position assists with all operations of the Collections Department, including exhibitions, insurance, loan processing, environmental monitoring, and collections transport and storage.
RequirementsThe ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in history, museum studies or a related field and a minimum of two years of related experience working in a museum or comparable position, including experience in collections registration methods and systems and conservation standards and practices. This position also requires a comprehensive knowledge of New Orleans and Louisiana history and the capacity for on-going development of this knowledge. Additionally, the successful candidate must have effective communication skills, proficient computer skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
This is a full-time position, Monday–Friday. The Collection offers a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and a dynamic, educational culture.
For consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by August 15, 2018.
EOE