• ATSU - Museum Registrar

    AT Still University (Kirksville, MO)


    ATSU - Museum Registrar

     

    Kirksville, MO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=800+W+Jefferson+St+Kirksville+MO+USA+63501)

    Description

     

    The position will report directly to the Assistant Director and assist with the supervision of the

     

    inventory processing technicians, students and volunteers working on collections-related

     

    projects.

    Duties & Responsibilities

    + Periodically review policies and guidelines governing acquisition and deaccession of artifacts.

    + Evaluate potential acquisitions in light of policies and collecting guidelines.

    + Communicate with donors, potential donors and other KCOM/ATSU departments involved with donor relations (especially UA and Alumni).

    + Oversee the Collection Committee to review all incoming donations.

    + Participate in the acquisitions process (gift and transfer agreements, artifact descriptions, storage); accessions and catalogs new acquisitions.

    + Review collections, identifying artifacts for deaccession.

    + Periodically review policies and guidelines governing collection management.

    + Periodically reviews the Museum’s Disaster Plan.

    + Maintains collections records.

    + Participate in the computerized inventory, working with data entry protocols, participate in data entry, and assist with the supervision of other staff and volunteers working on inventory.

    + Monitor status and preservation of collection, takes basic steps to stabilize and protect artifacts.

    + Work with the Assistant Director to plan and oversee special preservation projects.

    + Plan and implement storage and relocation of artifacts.

    + Work with the Collections Committee to evaluate requests for loan of Museum objects, oversees loan process.

    + Work on backlog of unprocessed donations and collections.

    + Work on the digitization of the Museum’s collection.

    + Assist in the maintenance of the accession records, condition and location of objects in the Museum’s collections.

    + Work with Director and staff on long-range planning.

    + Provide advice and information regarding artifact handling, use, and archival standards.

    + Assist with the training of new staff and volunteers in collections-related areas.

    + Assist the Director and Assistant Director with regards to traveling artifacts, choosing artifacts, packing artifacts and documenting condition of artifacts.

    + Assist the Office Manager with the Gift Shop and large tour groups.

    + Assist with and prepares guided tours and lectures for museum patrons.

    Requirements

    Education & Experience

    + Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies. Master's degree preferred.

    + 2-4 years museum work experience preferred.

    + Must be proficient in PastPerfect software and have excellent skills in Microsoft, Excel, and Adobe Photoshop.

    + Must be organized and have the ability to problem solve, work independently and with a team-oriented culture.

    + Strong writing and collaborative interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to life 40 pounds and climb step ladder.

     

    ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

     
     

    In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.