The Wolfsonian-FIU museum - located in
the heart of SouthBeach - seeks an
experienced Assistant Registrar to join our team of museum professionals.
Our exhibitions and collections examine material culture from 1880 to 1945.
Candidates will perform duties not limited to: assisting, supervising,
maintaining all aspects of registration which includes supervision and
maintenance of permanent collection and object records (manual and
electronic), new acquisitions, administration of traveling / temporary
exhibitions and loans, condition reporting, coordinating logistics for
packing, crating, shipping, installation/de-installation, tracking object
movement and location, maintaining exhibition records, 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.
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® software
applications. Knowledge of digital camera, equipment, software, the
digitization process and metadata is an advantage.
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.
Master's degree in an appropriate area
of specialization or a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of appropriate
experience.
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.
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.
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.
Wolfsonian
Wolfsonian
PayRange
Approximately $30,000, commensurate
with qualifications.
Annually
(To be established
by HR)
(To be established
by HR)
Open Until Filled
(If applications
will be reviewed when the job closes, enter the job close date):
05-01-2005
A&P
Administrative
Regularly business hours of museum;
occasional nights or weekends.