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Asst Registrar MOA (part-time 28 hrs/wk)
The Assistant Registrar helps the registration department care for artworks in the Museum's collection as well as artworks on loan from other museums and individuals. This position assists the Senior Registrar in the following areas: traveling exhibition management, artwork transportation, management, condition reporting, exhibition installation, acquisition research and support, facility compliance and reporting.

What you'll do in this position:

• Assist in care of museum art collection - such as accessioning of new art acquisitions, determine and implement proper artwork storage methods, regular inventory of art collection, maintenance of archival hard copy files and electronic files in the collection database.
• Understand and perform best practices of moving artwork.
• Assist in proper care of artwork on loan, including record maintenance, loan document preparation, insurance and transport arrangement and completion of condition reports.
• Assist with installation and de-installation of artwork in exhibitions.
• Assist with image rights and reproduction requests.
• Assist with Museum Print Study Room scheduling.
• Assist in managing traveling exhibitions.
• As needed, direct registration student assistants on specific projects and other registration related duties.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor's degree in art related field, or at least 2 years' experience
• Need to be familiar with proper art handling procedures.
• Proficient with data entry.
• Highly attentive to detail.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in art related field
• Experience with art collection data systems, such as e-Museum and/or TMS.
• Experience with museum art collection best practices, including art handling and storage.
• Experience with art exhibition installation and de-installation procedures.
• Experience with art loan requests and required shipping procedures of art work.

Required Documentation: To be considered, your application must include the following materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Two Professional References

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 50

Typical Starting Pay: $25.00 to $32.50 an hour

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!