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Museum Collections Management Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Museum Assistant: Arthur Secunda Museum Duties Under the direction of the Curator, the Museum ... Collections * Conduct collections inventory, checking work against collections management system ...

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Parks & Rec - Level 7

Livonia, MI · On-site

$19.50 - $20.25/hr

Museum Collection Manager - Manages proper documentation of the museum collections, including accessioning and deaccessioning, cataloging, inventories, and other records; maintains the collections ...

Parks & Rec - Level 7

Livonia, MI · On-site

$19.50 - $20.25/hr

Museum Collection Manager - Manages proper documentation of the museum collections, including accessioning and deaccessioning, cataloging, inventories, and other records; maintains the collections ...

Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and ... Assists in selecting and retaining construction management firms, general contractors and trades.

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What is the difference between Museum Collections Management vs Museum Curator?

AspectMuseum Collections ManagementMuseum Curator
Primary FocusManaging, cataloging, and preserving museum collectionsResearching, interpreting, and developing exhibits based on collections
Required CredentialsRelevant degrees in museum studies, archaeology, or related fields; certifications in collections managementDegrees in history, archaeology, or related fields; often advanced degrees in museum studies or history
Work EnvironmentMuseums, storage facilities, conservation labsMuseums, galleries, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by museums and cultural institutions for collection careOften involved in exhibit development, research, and public education

While both roles are integral to museum operations, Museum Collections Management primarily focuses on the care, cataloging, and preservation of collections. In contrast, Museum Curators are more involved in research, exhibit development, and interpretation of collections for public engagement.

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Museum Assistant: Arthur Secunda Museum
Duties

Under the direction of the Curator, the Museum Assistant will work on museum collections and programs:
Collections
  • Conduct collections inventory, checking work against collections management system (CMS) database
  • Update object locations in CMS
  • Assist with artifact handling, moving, and hanging
  • Insert acid-free tissue as interleaving in flat file drawers
  • Assist with cataloguing Cleary history material
  • Rehouse Arthur Secunda and Cleary history archival material in acid-free folders and boxes
  • Develop inventories of archival material
  • Dismantle Cleary history shadowboxes to preserve historic documents

Programs
  • Assist with museum programs by facilitating art activities and giving museum information at events such including Secunda Second Sunday, High School Immersive Experience, Cleary Days, Night at the Museum, and offsite partner events
  • Develop programs and program activities as needed
  • Complete other duties as assigned related to museum exhibits and other projects

Skills
  • Artifact handling
  • Museum registration and collections management basics
  • Museum education best practices
  • Program and event development
  • Nonprofit cultural organization administration basics

Requirements
Must be a Cleary University Student
Must be available to work at Secunda Museum events