Collections Care Specialist & Studio Manager at ACdR Conservation SF
Job Title: Collections Care Specialist & Studio Manager
Job Status: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $32.00 – $38.00/hourly
Description
Job Posting: ACdR Conservation in San Francisco has a full-time ongoing staff contract role for a Collections Care Specialist and Conservation Studios Manager ~ Application submissions and interviews are now open for a July/August 2023 starting date. We are looking for applicants who have previous experience with Collections Management, Preventative Conservation, Studio Administrative and Project Management skills. A foundational knowledge of conservation treatment, and environmental monitoring at a technician level is preferred. ACdR Conservation is a large multi-disciplinary private practice specializing in: textiles, objects, paintings, murals, decorative arts & sculpture, paper, and disaster recovery from mold, pests, and fire. This full-time position is for 4 days per week with a flexible start date in July, or August 2023. Consider joining our staff and internship teams in our dynamic, engaging and thriving conservation practice!
Our Company Culture: Detail oriented — quality, competency and precision-focused Outcomes — results focused with a strong performance expectation Stable — traditional, organized, innovative, astute processes and protocols Diversity — supportive, openminded, kind, progressive and fairness-focused Team Contribution — interdisciplinary, cooperative, collaborative, and collegial Work Location (in-person): Outer Richmond District, near Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California
Position: Collections Care Specialist /Studio Manager This collaborative and supportive team is focused on conservation, collections care, cultural heritage preservation, and disaster recovery. This position offers an opportunity for candidates to join a large-scale practice that is looking to grow and inspire the next generation of collections professionals which includes their ongoing engagement with an active intern/mentorship program.
We are a progressive and open minded organization, and promote diversity. LBGTQ and BIPOC are encouraged to apply.
Position will remain open until filled. Hourly pay scale from $32. – $36. based on previous experience The studios run on an academic calendar year, with 1 month vacation for Summer Break in June, and 3 weeks vacation for Winter Holidays Break (from mid December).
Interested Candidates may contact: Elise Yvonne Morin-Rousseau, Director and Principal Conservator
Please submit a letter of interest, resume or CV, and list (3) references
Requirements
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Assist in the scheduling and planning for projects at the studios and on-site with clients Database and image asset management utilizing CatalogIt and an Apple/Mac based platforms Social media management of studio accounts, posts, and presence
*Managing staff coordination of small teams including pre-program and post graduate interns Managing project photo documentation, condition assessment reports, treatment logs, and object location tracking at multiple studio locations.
*Writing Project Recommendation Proposals and Summary Report Invoices Filing and organizing business and office related documents *Tracking and managing in-studio materials and supplies Updating Internship Orientation Guides, on-boarding new interns, and mentoring in collections care and management.
*Project/Client interfacing, organize project work flow charts, tracking materials, supplies, time logs, and spread sheets Posting projects and treatment progress photos to the ACdRArtConservation Instagram.
*Daily and weekly studio maintenance in the lab spaces, kitchen and laundry areas Basic
*Conservation Treatment knowledge–micro hepa vacuuming, CO2 Anoxia encapsulations, custom box enclosures, and hand sewing – a bonus.
*Knowledge of infra red (FLIR) and UV light photography – a plus
Qualifications, Required Experience and Pay:
Graduate degree in museum studies or related arts management program 1-3 years minimum of experience in project management and/or office coordination
Experience with collections management and database processes
Experience and proficiency with social media platforms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proven experience leading and collaborating in a team environment
Experience with, and a passion for, client relationship care, and communications 2 years minimum experience in Collections Care, Registration, Preventative Art Conservation.
MA or certificate in Collections Management or Museum Studies preferred.
Must have prior experience with art handling and be familiar with conservation terminologies.