Collections & Exhibition Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Properly documents, catalogues, and categorizes every item in the Museums’ collections as well as new acquisitions to ensure that each piece is accounted for and easily accessible.
• Locating and presenting high-quality works for display in the Commission’s Museums as well as specific transient exhibits that may or may not be housed in Commission-operated facilities. Travel may be required.
• Writing, creating and installing, explanatory material for exhibitions.
• Use Museum collection to develop exhibitions that correspond with the Museums’ missions and programming as well as patriotic holidays and themes.
• Researches and documents the history of all acquisitions for the Sixth Street Museum District.
• Responsible for all digital records/collections.
• Selects the necessary archival materials to preserve items in the Museums’ collection.
• Oversees the handling of objects and conducts special training for Museum staff on the proper handling of such pieces.
• Follows and implements national standards & best practices for U.S. museums when dealing with the Museums’ collections.
• Establishes and maintains superior relationships with donors and potential donors.
• Works closely with Museum Operations and Education Supervisor to maximize educational goals through exhibit design and to ensures all aspects of visitor experience is weighed during collaborative process.
• Completes condition reports for traveling exhibits that will be managed by the Sixth Street Museum District to show that each item has been carefully inspected; this report should be detailed and accurately document the condition of the item(s) upon arrival and departure.
• Secures and provides care for objects within traveling exhibits.
• Assists Museum staff with special events, projects and other duties as needed.

Qualification Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, Libraries & Information Science, and/or related field.
• Essential Job Qualifications: Must retain a valid Driver’s License and meet the eligibility requirements to drive while conducting company business.
• Knowledge and Skills: Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail; must have strong research skills and knowledge of African American History & Culture; capability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as with a team; ability to maintain organized records; strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred; background in art is preferred.