HAGLEY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY

Job Posting

March 22, 2001

 

 

POSITION AVAILABLE:      Project Cataloger  
(One year position)

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:      To process and catalog the Avon artifact collection.  Inventory the Avon artifact collection.  Create and maintain location finding aids in MS Access database.  Apply object numbers and perform minor conservation treatment on the Avon collection.  Catalog and digitally photograph Avon objects.  Enter catalog data and scan and attach images to records on collections management software (Vernon Systems COLLECTION).  Print, file, and maintain documentation for paper and card files.  House the collection for storage.  Responsible for placement of objects in storage and retrieval from storage.  Assist researchers to the collection and respond to research inquiries.

 

REQUIREMENTS:      Bachelor's Degree in History, Art History, or related field required.  Master's Degree in Museum Studies or related field preferred.  High degree of accuracy in dealing with words, numbers, data entry, and filing systems.  Legible handwriting, basic typing skills, familiarity with word-processing and database programs.  Digital imaging experience preferred.  Manual dexterity, fine hand skills, and ability to move boxes of artifacts.  Ability to work independently and on team projects.  Valid driver's license and availability of car.

 

 

REPLY IMMEDIATELY TO:              Robert W. Hill
Human Resources Manager
Hagley Museum and Library
P. O. Box 3630
Wilmington, DE  19807
(302)658-2400, ext. 212

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DEADLINE:            April 12, 2001