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Philadelphia Museum of Art lists this Associate Registrar for Collections opportunity in philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Registrar for CollectionsWe Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.How You Will Contribute Responsible for a broad range of registration functions but specializing primarily on Collections documentation. The Associate Registrar for Collections is responsible for the accurate execution of Registration functions for the museum's collections in adherence with best practices in collections care and governance. Responsible for upholding the museum's Collections Management Policy The Associate Registrar manages and implements the registration and accession process for objects accepted into the museum's permanent collection, and is responsible for deaccessioning, incoming loans, object movement, packing and shipping, care, handling, and storage of objects in the museum's custody, as well as the ethical and legal issues and documentation associated with these activities. The Associate Registrar for Collections organizes safe and efficient transport of art objects for a variety of purposes and oversees installations as needed. Specifically, you will:Manage the registration and accession process for objects accepted into the museum's permanent collection, and deaccession processes in accordance with legal requirements and museum policyCreate, organize, and maintain legal documentation, contractual forms and retrieval systems associated with acquisitions and the collection - accessions, bequests, promised gifts, and deaccessionsPrepare quarterly Collections Committee reports and Board Reports for approval meetingsReview and approve acquisition proposals and support the coordination of proposals with the Deputy Director of Collections and ExhibitionsArrange and coordinate the transfer of artwork to and from the museum as needed – organize transportation, couriers, security, insurance, unpacking, storage and related detailsManage incoming long-term loans, generate receipts, loan agreements and other legal museum forms and documentation as applicableEnter information into the collection management system (TMS)Conduct collections inventories, including spot checksOversee installations in historic park houses, Rodin Museum and other PMA sites as neededAssist in the coordination of large-scale reinstallations of the permanent collection galleriesAssist in the preparation of budgets for the packing, shipping and insuring of loansOther duties related to collections documentation, care, inventory and movement of the collectionsYour background and experience include:Minimum of four to seven years of related registrar experience; Bachelor's degree or Master's in museum studies program, or equivalent experience working in museum collections managementFamiliarity with laws pertaining to cultural property, ownership, custody, transfer, and disposition of works of art, and with best practices and standards in the field, including ethical standardsExcellent organizational skills, problem solving skills, follow-through, and attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExhibits excellent decision-making skills, judgment and adaptability. Maintains confidentiality and discretion at all times in handling sensitive information.Strong interpersonal skillsFlexibility and ability to work with a diverse team of staff and lendersAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure to meet deadlinesCollections Management database experience - TMS requiredComputer proficiency – Word, Excel, Outlook, AcrobatCandidate must complete Security Threat Assessment applicationPosition and Compensation DetailsThe salary for this position is $56,292.08.This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.This position is part of the AFSCME Local 397 bargaining unit.This position reports to Director of RegistrationPhysical requirements: Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campusMinor lifting and bending (lifting of no more than 50 pounds).Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.Institutional RequirementsUpholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.Adheres to the museum's code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum's staff, volunteers, and audiences.Maintains confidentiality.Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.Application Timeline Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected. What We Offer Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate familyDiscounted guest tickets for admissionDiscounts on gift membershipsSpecial staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teamsDiscounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online storesWe offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:Medical, dental, and vision benefitsFully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insuranceHealth savings or flexible spending account programRetirement savings program with museum matchPaid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee's regular schedule and tenure.
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philadelphia, PA, 19102, US
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