SENIOR COLLECTIONS MANAGER/REGISTRAR - BASED IN NYC

For our client with an important private and corporate collection,
we are seeking a Senior Collections Manager/Registrar.

The successful applicant will manage all aspects of an extensive
collection of fine and decorative arts ranging primarily from 18th
century through contemporary and located in numerous corporate
offices, private dwellings and storage facilities in the US and abroad.
The Collections Manager will serve as a public contact for the
collection and as the primary liaison for all inquiries from museums,
scholars and guests.

Duties include the following: maintain inventory of the collection;
research all pieces in terms of history, value and provenance;
create and update condition reports as necessary; accession
all incoming pieces; oversee all storage-related issues, including
packing, shipping and on and off-site storage facilities; coordinate
and oversee installations in a variety of locations; and supervise an
Assistant Collections Manager and art handlers as necessary.
This position works closely with the client's controller and accounting
staff regarding financial information, reporting and costs.

The ideal applicant will have 6-8 years experience as a senior-level
registrar or collections manager, preferably with a major corporate or
private collection.

BA in art history essential; previous experience with both fine and
decorative arts strongly preferred. Ability to travel desired.

French a plus. Superlative interpersonal, communications, and
organizational abilities, as well as a corporate presentation and
absolute discretion are essential.
Highly competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Please send resume, cover letter and the contact information for
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Posted on 01/19/2008
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THOMAS & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Geri Thomas, President
6 East 39th Street, Suite 1200
New York, NY 10016
Phone 212.779.7059
Fax 212.779.7096 
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