Collections Manager
Denison University

Job Info

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Position Type:

Administrative Staff

Classification Title:

Administrative Staff

Position Title:

Collections Manager

Position Number:

A00523

Pay Grade Level:

AD 01

Salary:

$26 - $31 an hour

Department:

Denison Museum

Posting Number:

S 121301398

Full or Part Time:

Part Time

Number of Months:

9

Work Schedule:

24-hour/week position for nine months.
We would work with the candidate on the specific shifts, but hours would be between M-F, 8-4 pm.

Basic Function:

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITYManage the Denison Museum Permanent Collection, which comprises ~8,000 objects from Asia, Europe, and North and Central America in various media, including stone, wood, paper, lacquer, metal, and oils. The Collections Manager leads long-range planning efforts and day-to-day activities relative to the care and stewardship of the Permanent Collection. Over the next three to five years, priorities include completing accreditation, working with external scholars on object identification and valuation, and overseeing the acquisitions and deaccession process.

Essential Job Functions:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identify collection priorities and plan project workflows in coordination with the Museum Director and Curator
• Instruct and supervise student employees working on cataloging, rehousing, and research projects
• Oversee object preservation, acquisitions, cataloging, and deaccessioning process.
• Responsible for the Collections Management System and population of the public interface
• Direct facilities management, risk management, and security procedures
• Generate and process condition reports, deeds of gift, insurance schedules, and loan contracts
• Communicate with donors, manage publication requests, and respond to reference and research inquiries
• Work with the Museum Director and Curator to select and prepare objects for curricular integration, public programming, and display
• Participate in budget management, grant writing, and event planning

Minimum Qualifications:

Required
Master's degree in Museum Studies or related degree, plus at least three years of experience in museum collections management or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. Professional experience where the duties included object handling, storage, preservation, and documentation of 2-D and 3-D objects. Experience with museum collections management and data processing systems (CollectorSystems preferred). Practical experience with deaccessioning. Broad knowledge of museum standards and practices, including accepted museum registration techniques, preservation principles and storage practices, security issues, environmental controls, and legal matters related to collections. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in mount making, hanging and installing two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork, has the ability to lift and carry heavy weights and be comfortable climbing ladders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred5 to 7 years experience in museum collections management.Experience with museum collections management and data processing systems (CollectorSystems preferred)Previous experience in acquisitions and deaccessioning fine art and cultural material

Physical Demands:

Climbing ladders, lifting and moving objects up to 50 lbs.

Contact(s):

Megan Hancock

Contact Phone/Extension:

7405875713

Contact Email:

hancockm@denison.edu

Open Date:

10/07/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• three references

Denison University Background Check Statement:

Background Screening Statement
The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.

Denison University EEO Statement :

EEO Statement
Denison University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to attract and hire candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and identities. Denison fosters a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. For additional information and resources about diversity at Denison, please see our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and antiracism (IDEA) at Denison Forward.

ADA Statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (740)587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.

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