The Wolfsonian–Florida International University, Miami Beach is accepting applications for Assistant Registrar. Please see the following job description.
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Assistant Registrar (Full-Time, salaried)
Position #: 42040
Job Duties: The Assistant Registrar assists in the day-to-day operation and management of the permanent collection and related registration and exhibition activities including:
· Aide in creation and maintenance of all object collection records (manual and electronic).
· Work with the Senior Registrar to manage all logistics and paperwork for incoming/outgoing loans and traveling exhibitions (generate incoming / outgoing loan agreements; receipts; object checklists; object condition reports; crate and packing lists; packing, crating and transportation logistics; and courier documents)
· Organize handling, packing, and inspection of all objects entering or leaving the museum; inspect condition of museum objects; participate in the object rolling inventory; initiate and generates relevant documentation.
· Participate in exhibition installation and de-installation preparation and staging for permanent and temporary exhibitions, as instructed.
· Assist in monitoring departmental budget; assist with preparation of budget documents, generates purchase orders, update and maintain billings and expenses for collection supplies and materials.
· Input and update collection data into Re-Discovery collection database, as needed; procure and generate collection object reports, letters, and correspondence.
· Assist in developing and implementing professional registration guidelines, procedures, and protocol; train personnel in proper art handling techniques.
· Assist in the management of galleries and object storage areas; collaborate with other departments to ensure security of collections; monitor and record environmental condition in permanent storage and galleries; oversee pest management program.
· Coordination and supervision of individual and group access to object collection and object records by WFIU Fellows, staff, and others.
· Assist in departmental planning / development of an accessible online database; provide access to object images and update image database records accordingly.
· Supervise assigned interns and volunteers.
· Oversee selected special projects and performs other related duties, as assigned.
Education and Experience:
The desired candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies or in a field related to the collection preferred; minimum of one to two years of professional museum registration experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. This position reports to the Senior Registrar.
The candidate should have a proficiency in and demonstrated knowledge of professional museum policies and procedures, and current registration practices and principles, including: management of collection documentation records (manual and electronic); digital collection standards; preservation standards; art handling techniques; and packing, crating, and shipping standards and procedures for works of art.
Must be extremely accurate, responsible, resourceful, detail oriented, self-motivated, and flexible in multi-tasking with ability to analyze and solve problems. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are critical. The candidate must be computer literate. Must be able to be a team collaborator or work independently with accuracy and minimal guidance. Patience, persistence, and ability to work with others in good humor are desirable.
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications.
To directly apply, please visit online: http:// fiujobs.org or for additional information contact Kimberly Bergen, Senior Registrar at [log in to unmask]
The Wolfsonian-FIU is a museum located in the heart of historic Miami Beach, within easy walking distance of the world-famous Art Deco hotels. Its fascinating collection of objects from the modern era (1885-1945) focuses on how art and design shape and reflect the human experience. The museum further engages the visitor by complementing its collection with thought-provoking discussions of the context and connection among its objects. We encourage visitors to explore the material culture of the past to better understand its relevance to the present.
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