Job Opening
Collection Manager, Ethnology (Curator/Archivist I)
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History

The Molly Shi Boren Ethnology Collection at the Sam Noble Museum, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is seeking a full-time Collection Manager to be responsible for the daily operations and management of the museum’s ethnology, classical archaeology, and Native American and natural history fine art collections. The Collection Manager also supports the research and exhibition program of the Curator of Ethnology and is responsible for interfacing with the public, supervising and training students, interns and volunteers, and helping visitors make use of the collections.

Duties:
•	Performing databasing and image and records management, including processing existing accessions (reformatting, metadata, data management, writing finding aids, etc.)
•	Preparing objects and documentation of incoming and outgoing loans
•	Preparing new collections for accessioning, including providing institutional metadata, securing permissions, and working with the museum registrar to complete accession paperwork
•	Assisting and supporting the research program of the Curator of Ethnology
•	Assisting with development and implementation of exhibitions based on Ethnology collection
•	Meeting with visitors to the collection, filling patron requests (remotely and in-person) and giving tours to the public
•	Training and supervising student, volunteers, and interns in collection management tasks
•	Working with external tribal and non-tribal entities regarding objects, records, loans/acquisitions, exhibitions, etc.
•	Assisting the Exhibit Department with installation/strike/maintenance and condition reporting of temporary and permanent exhibitions
•	Supporting public service programs and educational and outreach activities as appropriate

Required Education and Skills: This position minimally requires a M.S./M.A. degree (preferred) in anthropology, folklore, museum studies, art history, conservation, or related field and 0-12 months of collections-related experience; or B.S./B.A. degree in one of the fields listed above and 24 months of collections-related experience; and the ability to move archival boxes between shelves and collection areas (up to ~15lbs each). Requirements may be met by equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Skills: Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate knowledge of best practices for the preservation and exhibition of physical objects and their data (e.g., metadata standards, data management, etc.), familiarity with and adherence to ethical conduct with respect to Native peoples and materials, interpersonal skills commensurate with representing the collection in one-on-one and group settings, prior supervisory and photographic/multi-media experience, excellent skills in organization, and an ability to work comfortably independently.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week): Monday-Friday. Salary: $15.35 per hour; full benefits.

For more information about the museum, visit the museum website at: samnoblemuseum.ou.edu. Applications will be processed until a candidate is selected. Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing skills/experience not otherwise explicit in resume, an up-to-date resume, and a list of three references. Hiring contingent on a background check and driver’s license check.

Applications must be submitted using the on-line application process. To apply, go to https://jobs.ou.edu and search for job number 212484. Materials submitted in an application for this position become the property of the University of Oklahoma. Deadlines are subject to change without notice. The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.

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