Collections Technician (Part Time) / Employment
Deadline
March 9, 2024
Organization Name: Henry Art Gallery
Organization Location: Seattle, WA
Type: Employment
Fee: Free
Discipline:
The Collections Technician works with the Manager of Collections and Assistant Registrar of Collections to preserve, protect, and document the Henry’s permanent collection. This position particularly focuses on creating custom object housing and safe object movement and tracking.
PAY RANGE: $22 – $25 per hour, depending on experience
SCHEDULE: 16-18 hours per week, Tuesday – Friday; exact schedule to be determined with supervisor
REPORTS TO: Manager of Collections
WHAT THE COLLECTIONS TECHNICIAN DOES:
• Conduct safe art handling of collection objects
• Create custom housing for collection objects
• Assist with storage of collection objects
• Assist with pest mitigation measures
• Assist with condition assessments
• Assist in maintaining and updating the Collection Management System (Mimsy)
• Assist in implementing and upholding best practices for art handling and storage
• Other collections related tasks as the need arises, and as they relate to the overall needs of the museum
Other duties as assigned
CONNECT WITH US IF YOU HAVE:
• Demonstrated experience making boxes and other supports for permanent storage
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in museum storage and art handling
• Close attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
ADDITIONAL DESIRED EXPERIENCE
• Working knowledge of collection management database (Mimsy) a plus
• Experience with Integrated Pest Management a plus
Please see website for full details
https://henryart.org/about/opportunities