The Wolfsonian-FIU Museum located on South Beach in the heart of the Art
Deco district seeks an experienced Assistant Registrar to work with our team
of museum professionals on all aspects of collections management.  The
Wolfsonian uses objects to illustrate the persuasive power of art and
design, to explore what it means to be modern, and to tell the story of
social, political, and technological changes that have transformed the
world.  It encourages people to see the world in new ways, and to learn from
the past as they shape the present and influence the future.  

 

Apply online through the Florida International University JobsLink website
at:

 

 
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TITLE:                       Coordinator, Museum Operations

Working Title:          Assistant Registrar

Department:             The Wolfsonian-Florida International University

Position:                   # 42040-0

Salary Range:          $ 25,600 - $ 33,000 Annually

Closing Date:          7/31/05

 

 

Minimum Requirements: Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Art
History, Museum Studies, or a related field with a minimum of three to four
years experience in museum registration. Demonstrated proficiency in current
registration practices is necessary. Extensive knowledge of professional art
handling techniques, packing, crating, shipping, general exhibition
logistics along with an understanding of professional museum standards and
methods worldwide is mandatory. Valid Florida driver's license.

 

Job Summary: Assists in all aspects of registration which includes
supervision and maintenance of permanent collection and object records
(manual and electronic), new acquisitions, administers traveling / temporary
exhibitions and loans, condition reporting, coordinating logistics for
packing, crating, shipping, installation/de-installation, tracking object
movement and location, maintaining exhibition records, assists with
collection inventory and related documentation, monitors department budget,
prepares purchase orders, provides access and escort to permanent
collection, performs other related duties and projects as assigned or
requested.  

 

Departmental Preference: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible in
multi-tasking with ability to analyze and solve problems are essential.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication
skills are critical. Ability to work independently with accuracy and minimal
guidance preferred. Patience, persistence, and ability to work with others
in good humor are desirable. 

 

Strong computer skills are a must including electronic database management
experience and a cognitive understanding of Microsoft(r) software
applications. Knowledge of digital camera, equipment, software, the
digitization process and metadata is an advantage.

 

Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications.

 

For additional information contact: Carolyn Jackson, (305) 348-2457.

 

 

 
 
Melissa Smith Levine
Associate Director, Finance & Administration
The Wolfsonian - Florida International University
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139    
Tel 305-535-2655
Fax 305-531-2133
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