Registrar [Mingei International Museum, San Diego, CA]

Description

Mingei International Museum Job Opening

JOB TITLE:  REGISTRAR

JOB LOCATION: Balboa Park, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Exempt

GENERAL:

Mingei International Museum is hiring a full-time Registrar. This is a hands-on position that will require an ability to think strategically while acting tactically. The position is responsible for managing the processes of receiving, securing, cataloguing, caring for and maintaining art works and records for permanent collection objects and exhibition loans. This includes loans to and from the Museum as well as acquisitions, both donations and purchases, to the permanent collection. This position will help in reviewing the collection and items submitted for the collection in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Museum. The position will review and propose necessary changes and manage review of policies from time to time to meet accreditation requirements for the AAM. S/he will assist the museum in achieving best practices with regard to the collection and exhibitions in the area of registration. The position will supervise registration staff and volunteers; assist photographers, guest curators and curatorial consultants; assist with installation of Museum exhibitions and work with the Collections Committee; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least five years’ experience working with a collection or exhibitions in an equivalent museum. Demonstrated organizational, planning and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to communicate with and manage a small team

National and international art shipping and logistics experience

Ability to plan, problem-solve and to work independently and collaboratively

3-5 years experience in staff supervision

Demonstrated oral and written communications skills

Commitment to Mingei’s mission and goals

Physical ability to reach, bend, stoop, lift and move file boxes, pedestals, etc. up to 25 pounds on a regular basis

Familiarity with computers including EmbARK, Word and Excel. Experience managing digitization and on-line collections highly desirable.  Flexibility, tact, diplomacy and ability to interact well with Museum members, volunteers, staff, visitors and the public

Valid CA driver’s license and experience driving a Sprinter van

EDUCATION:  BA, MA or PhD in museum studies or a museum related field

Qualified applicants should submit cover letter and resume to jobs@mingei.org with “Registrar – [insert your first initial and last name]” in the subject line. No phone calls please.