(P/T) Collections Assistant at The Morgan Library & Museum

Job Title: Collections Assistant 

Job Status: Part-time

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $35/hr

The Morgan Library & Museum has a part-time opening for a Collections Assistant. The position assists in the movement of collection objects around the Morgan campus for the purposes of exhibition, study, photography, and conservation. This individual will be one of two primary art handlers for the Morgan’s permanent collection, assisting with the packing and unpacking of objects for loan, rehousing of items for long-term storage, labeling new acquisitions, and light data entry in spreadsheets and databases used to monitor and track collection movement and information.

This role works closely with the Collections Registrar, Collections Technician, and Head of Exhibitions Preparation. The Collections Assistant will interface and collaborate with colleagues across the Morgan including curatorial, conservation, photography, and facilities.

Qualifications: 

  • Experience handling works on paper, books and bindings. Excellent hand skills, with understanding of best practices for safe handling of archival materials.
  • Knowledge of archival packing and housing materials; aptitude with creating custom packing/housing for objects.
  • Ability to create and maintain detailed checklists and records.
  • Keen organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Diplomatic and clear communicator; enjoys working with teams in a collaborative fashion and has the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
  • Familiarity with the needs of art conservation and registration.
  • Ability to self-motivate, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
  • Excellent computer skills with a command of Microsoft Office Suite. Strong proficiency with Excel spreadsheets and/or Google Sheets. Knowledge of The Museum System (TMS) or other museum/library database experience.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and work in a standard office environment.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods (2+ hours).
  • Must complete Security Threat Assessment application for TSA.

Compensation: 

$35.00 per hour

To apply: 

Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to: registrarjob@themorgan.org

The Morgan Library & Museum receives many applications and inquiries for employment. Unfortunately, we are not able to respond to all of them. Due to the high volume of applicants, we can contact only those candidates whose skills and background best fit our needs. Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for the position using the e-mail address indicated above.

The Morgan Library & Museum receives many applications and inquiries for employment. Unfortunately, we are not able to respond to all of them. Due to the high volume of applicants, we can contact only those candidates whose skills and background best fit our needs

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Important to note:

Vaccination Requirement

To ensure the overall health and safety of the Morgan Library & Museum campus, all staff of the Morgan are required to be fully vaccinated and have received booster vaccines against the virus that causes COVID-19, absent qualifying exemptions for medical, religious, or other reasons in accordance with applicable laws.

EEO Statement

The Morgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. The Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

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