Company: The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass
Job location: Long Island City, NY (Queens)
Title: Collections Assistant (Temporary/Part-time)
Reports to: Director/Curator

About Us:

The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass is a renowned non-profit collection of Tiffany lamps, windows and a vast one-of-a-kind archive of original flat glass and pressed glass used by the Tiffany Studios. Based in Queens, New York, we are dedicated to presenting and promoting the art work of Louis C. Tiffany through our gallery at the Queens Museum and an active traveling exhibition program.

Job Description:

The Collections Assistant will provide collection, research and administrative support to the Director/Curator. S/he will experience the inner workings of a museum by performing collections-based duties and working on diverse projects that require a variety of skills. The office environment is informal and team-oriented.

Work Schedule:

21-hour week for six months; possibility of renewal based on review and needs assessment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
o Organize collection records and research files.
o Update and ensure the ongoing accuracy of electronic and hardcopy collection management records, including object location and condition information.
o Process and mark acquisitions.
o Conduct research related to the collection and special exhibitions.
o Assist with social media – develop and post content across multiple platforms.
o Additional administrative and collections-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
o Master’s degree in art history or museum studies.
o A minimum of 1 -2 years experience in an art museum.
o Proficient in Microsoft Office and The Museum Systems (TMS) collections software.
o Well organized with strong attention to detail.
o Able to independently manage workload and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
o Excellent English oral and written skills.
o An interest in decorative arts and/or stained glass is desirable.
o Patience, persistence and a sense of humor are desirable.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
o Behind-the-scenes work environment.
o Must be able to lift 35 pounds and assist staff in a variety of physical activities.

Compensation: Part-time, hourly. Pay rate is commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions
Send a letter of interest, resume and three professional references to curator@neustadtcollection.org. Resumes are acknowledged by email upon receipt. No phone calls, please.