Assistant Registrar
Museum of Our National Heritage seeks detail-oriented Assistant Registrar
to work under supervision of Registrar, primarily in the care of the
permanent collection.  Responsibilities include: Maintain records for
permanent collection of approximately 15,000 fine and decorative art
objects; oversee storage areas and aid in planning/implementation of
facilities upgrades; maintain computerized collections management system
(Multi-MIMSY), including some data entry; assist Registrar and Preparator
as needed with exhibitions.  Qualifications: B.A. in History or related
field; strong word processing, computer, and organizational skills;
knowledge of current collections management and storage practices and
object handling; ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines; and minimum
of two years museum registration or comparable experience.  Application
deadline August 1, 1998.  Position available immediately.  Send letter of
application, resume, and two references to Registrar, Museum of Our
National Heritage, PO Box 519, Lexington, MA 02173.

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