Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center seeks a Collections Specialist and Preparator.

The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Collections Specialist and Preparator. This position works in close partnership with colleagues across the museum to implement institutional priorities and current best practices related to a diverse range of collection materials. Under the supervision of the Director of Collections & Exhibitions, this individual will lead the department in planning and implementing regular artifact rotation within the permanent galleries. As a collection specialist, this individual works alongside the Collections Coordinator to inform and support all aspects of collection management with particular attention focused on artifact housing, environmental monitoring, and developing a conservation plan to be added to HHC’s Collections Management Policy. This is a temporary, full-time position.

General Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a regular artifact rotation calendar and oversee all aspects of implementation, to include:
• Object preparation for exhibit and mount fabrication
• Installation and deinstallation
• Facsimile fabrication
• Interpretive label content development and fabrication
• Guide artifact housing organization and general practices to ensure a safe and secure environment for all objects in storage.
• Evaluate, modify, and implement changes to general environmental monitoring practices of museum and collections storage spaces.
• Oversee and develop a comprehensive conservation plan to be added to HHC’s collection management policy.
• Assist in day-to-day management of HHC collections with primary focus on the Permanent Collection.
• Tasks include but are not limited to registration of new acquisitions and loans, cataloging, conducting research, condition reporting, digitization, and preparation of objects for storage, movement, and exhibition.
• Actively support artifact donor stewardship by responding to donation inquiries and facilitating artifact donation.
• Work collaboratively to support curatorial projects in the museum, special exhibits, and the development of educational resources.
• Support grant writing and other fundraising initiatives related to collection projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with coursework in museum studies, public history or related field; equivalent experience and informal education may be considered in place of formal education.
• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in collection care, artifact handling, and exhibition.
• Broad knowledge of current best practices in preservation, storage solutions, object handling.
• Broad knowledge of collection management systems and data management techniques.
• Experience in research, content development, and museum interpretation is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, establishing and maintaining effective
• working relationships with the general public, employees, and volunteers.
• Ability to complete multiple assignments simultaneously while working to strict deadlines.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary - $55,000.00, Full-time, 40 hour/week
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Employer Matching Retirement Program.
• 20 days of PTO per year in addition to being off on Federal and certain Jewish Holidays.
• Free family membership to the Cincinnati Museum Center.
• A supportive and exciting workplace environment.

Work Environment: The candidate must be able to work in an office environment as well as collection storage and exhibit areas. Work may involve standing or sitting for long periods of time. Periodic travel is required and some work outside of regular office hours is required. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Salary range: 55,000.00

Job classification: Full-time, salary, temporary – 18 months with potential to extend to 24 months

To apply: Please visit our career page and follow the link to apply online. We encourage a thoughtful cover letter expressing why you are interested in this role and how your background makes you a good fit. https://www.holocaustandhumanity.org/about/careers-internships/.

Posted: April 3, 2024