University of California, Davis
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Davis, CA | United States
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Job Title: MUSEUM EDUCATOR 3 (Collections Manager/Registrar) The Gorman Museum of Native American Art is a leading university museum in the representation of contemporary Native American art. The museum is committed to contemporary Native American and Indigenous Art that enacts Visual Sovereignty by stimulating critical thinking through politically and socially engaging exhibitions. For the past fifty years, the museum has been dedicated to the creative expressions of Native American artists and Indigenous artists, including some of the most established Native American artists as well as the next generations of emerging artists. The permanent collections have grown alongside the museum to include artworks from throughout North America, as well as international Indigenous communities. The Native American and First Nations collections emphasize the museum’s commitment to contemporary fine art, acquiring and exhibiting works from a wide range of media recognizing the artistic canons in which Indigenous artists are working today. In 2023, the museum relocated to a new and larger location on the campus enabling an expansion in exhibition, event and educational programming. The Collections Manager/Registrar is responsible for the general care of the museum’s permanent and borrowed collections, including storage, maintenance, conservation, record keeping, database administration and coordinating with exhibition installations. Collections Manager/Registrar performs museum related collections registration and management tasks and is responsible for handling and managing all museum loan-related business on outgoing and incoming art objects and collections. In addition, the Collections Manager/Registrar performs administrative tasks in support of administration and demonstrates respect for cultural origins and the cultural integrity of objects and their uses. The Collections Manager/Registrar reports to the Executive Director. This role includes occasional weekend and evenings duties. RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date. Position Information Apply by Date 4/4/2024 Salary Range $53,700/yr. - $96,300/yr. Appointment Type Career Number of Positions 1 Percentage of Time 100% Shift Hours Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Location Davis, CA Union Representation Yes - TX Benefits Eligible Yes PHYSICAL DEMANDS ·Physical Demands: Dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; may be subject to extended periods of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, balancing, bending, kneeling, handling, feeling, climbing, and twisting; and vision, speech, and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks. Ability to travel outside the Davis vicinity from time to time via automobile and/or airplane. WORK ENVIRONMENT ·The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education/Experience: ·3-5 years’ experience in collections management or registration in a Native American art or anthropology museum and a thorough knowledge of best practices in collections care, conservation, insurance, object handing and museum legal and ethical issues, or equivalent experience in another field. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): ·Proven expertise in care, transportation of and record keeping of works of art. ·Exceptional attention to detail and organization. ·Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and flexibility. ·Demonstrated expertise in collections management database software besides the regular Microsoft Office and systems software. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Education/Experience: ·Degree in art, art history, or museum studies, arts administration, collection management preferred. ·Extensive knowledge of and experience with collections management database software (FileMaker Pro preferred). Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): ·Specialized conservation knowledge for works on paper and/or other media represented in the collections. ·Familiarity with Native American cultures, protocols, and materials. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Location: Davis
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Job ID: 56585
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