COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is a state agency and membership organization that is fully accredited by the American Association of Museums. The KHS mission is to engage people in the exploration of the Commonwealth’s diverse heritage by providing connections to the past, perspective on the present and inspiration for the future.
Do you have a passion for cataloging historical artifacts? The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) seeks a detail-oriented individual to catalog historical artifacts and care for collections. This position helps the Museum Collections and Exhibition team catalog artifacts, take digital photos and manage the online database. This is a team-oriented position working behind the scenes at the Kentucky Historical Society.
Minimum requirements are a Master’s degree in museum studies, history or a related field with demonstrated experience cataloging historical artifacts in a museum. Knowledge of Past Perfect is highly desirable, as is proven skill in creating storage mounts and monitoring pest management programs.
The position is based in Frankfort, Kentucky's capital city. Monthly salary is $2,500.00. Benefits include paid health and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, state retirement, and optional deferred compensation plan. To apply, e-mail cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]. No phone calls please. Application deadline is January 31, 2012.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D