Collections Manager The Bennington Museum seeks an energetic and self-directed professional to be responsible for the care and management of the museum's collections and those items in the museum's possession. This includes storage, record-keeping, shipping, and conservation. The collections manager (CM) processes outgoing loans from the collection (including packing, shipping and insurance arrangements) and reviews loan forms and makes arrangements for all incoming loans. The CM manages and maintains all documents relating to the museum collection (including accession, deaccession, loan forms, condition reports, and rights and reproduction requests); establishes and monitors procedures and standards for the handling of art objects; maintains accurate records on objects' condition and suggests those which are in need of conservation; and assists in monitoring and maintaining climate, security, and emergency preparedness. The CM is responsible for the photography of collection objects (including digital imaging) for documentary purposes. The CM will also assist with research, development, and installation of exhibits. The CM is integral to the ongoing automation project and collection inventory. Reports to the Curator and supervises volunteers and interns. Requires solid knowledge of registrarial and collections care practices, exhibition experience, and strong computer and records management skills, particularly automated museum cataloging programs (PastPerfect preferred). Prefer M.A. in museum studies or other appropriate field with at least 2 years experience in the museum field. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Salary in the low-twenties, plus benefits package. Please submit resume, cover letter, and three references by December 1st to Stephen Perkins, curator, Bennington Museum, 75 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201. For more information about the Bennington Museum please visit our web site www.benningtonmuseum.org or call us at (802) 447-1571. Stephen Perkins, curator Bennington Museum 75 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201 (802) 447-1571 ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).