Museum Collections Specialist
(Temporary Part-Time position, 20 hours per week for 11 months)

Salary Range:	Temporary classification, $15.00/hour 

The Position:
The City of Campbell is seeking an independent and energetic individual for a 
part time temporary Collections Manager. Under the supervision of the Museum 
Director/ Curator this position is primarily responsible managing the museums 
collections and accessioning new collections.  This person will be expected to 
be a self starter and a quick learner, possessing skills needed for helping a 
small historical museum update its collections.

Specific Tasks:
•	Cataloging collection materials
•	Create collection records, paper and digital formats (PastPerfect 4.0 
software), including digital photography.
•	Ensure Collections files are up to date
•	Document changes or damage to the collection and maintain a list of 
objects requiring conservation.
•	Transfer and reorganize parts of collection storage to maximize 
space.

Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university; Background in Museum 
Studies; Experience working with museum collections; knowledge of museum 
standards and accessioning methods, preservation techniques and / or 
procedures for museum collections, legal issues and storage practices; good 
communication skills with strong attention to detail; skill in organizing 
resources and establishing priorities; ability to use independent judgment; 
strong computer skills, including data bases, word processing and 
spreadsheets.
	
Deadline:		Friday, May 23rd, 2008 at 5:00pm 

To Apply:		Send cover letter, resume and 3 references to:
			Museum Director
			Campbell Historical Museum & Ainsley House
			51 N. Central Avenue
			Campbell, CA 95008

Questions may be directed to Acting Museum Director, Kerry Dickie at (408) 
866-2718.

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