Casting Call: Collections Coordinator
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Collections Coordinator to join our team at the Doris McCarthy Gallery. This role is pivotal in managing and overseeing our gallery’s esteemed collection. Under the general direction of the Executive Director and Chief Curator, and in collaboration with other gallery staff, the Collections Coordinator will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the value and integrity of our collection.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collection Oversight: Manage and oversee the DMG collection, ensuring proper maintenance, documentation, and preservation of artworks.
- Acquisition Proposals: Write and present proposals for new acquisitions, articulating the significance and value of potential additions to the collection.
- Cultural Property and Grant Applications: Prepare and submit applications related to cultural property and relevant grants, ensuring compliance with all guidelines and regulations.
- Software Management: Utilize Embark Collections Management Software for effective collection management, including cataloging, inventory control, and condition reporting.
- Institutional Navigation: Skillfully navigate the complexities of working within an ‘A’ designated institution, maintaining high standards of professional practice.
- Collaborative Efforts: Work closely with gallery staff and external stakeholders to promote and support the gallery’s mission and objectives.
Requirements:
- Educational Background: A degree in Museum Studies, Art History, or a related field.
- Experience: Proven experience in collections management or a similar role within a gallery or museum setting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using collections management software, preferably Embark.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of the principles and practices of collection management and conservation.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling acquisition proposals and grant applications.
- Organizational Abilities: Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with an eye for detail.
Compensation Details:
- Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Include health insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation, and sick leave.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
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