JOB DUTIES

• ·      In collaboration with the Registration Department, physically handle works of art and manage movement of art in and out of storage areas.
• ·      Track and record art location changes in TMS (The Museum System)
• ·      Work with Registrars and Art Preparators in all aspects of collections care, including the housing of art objects.
• ·      Perform routine art inventories.
• ·      Perform routine housekeeping in art Storage areas as needed.
• ·      Assist museum staff, visiting scholars, classes and members of the public studying and researching works in the museum collection.
• ·      Other duties as assigned

  ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • ·      BA/BS degree in art history, studio arts, anthropology, museum studies or equivalent training and experience.
  • ·      At least six months of experience in art handling, collections management or other objects-related work.
  • ·      Must be detail-oriented.
  • ·      Familiarity with database management systems.
  • ·      Familiarity with professional standards for handling and care of museum collections.
  • ·      Ability to lift 40 pounds, climb ladders and rolling step ladders and stand for long periods of time.

  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • ·      Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • ·      Knowledge of and/or demonstrated interest in collections preservation and collection care issues.
  • ·      Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • ·      Familiarity with print and photography collections.
  • ·      Experience with matting and framing.
  • ·      Experience building boxes and mounts
  • ·      Ability to operate equipment such as pallet jacks and lifts.

  Please apply through https://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/

  Job ID# 329398

• SALARY: $16.50 per hour/ 14 hours per week

• Closing date: April 4, 2019