On-Call/Temporary/Seasonal, Registrar

About the role

MASMoCA’s Visual Art Department seeks to grow its pool of on-call registrars to support larger installations throughout the museum. The On-Call Registrar (Temporary/Seasonal) is a temporary hourly position that will work alongside the full time registration, curatorial and installation/fabrication staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Thoroughly report all condition information for both incoming and outgoing artworks during exhibition installation and deinstallation
• File management and data entry as assigned by the Senior Registrar and Assistant Registrar
• Working with a team to assemble and disassemble large and complex installations
• Maintaining a positive rapport with colleagues and artists through challenging and complex installations
• Maintaining safe working spaces through clear communication

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Art History or Museum Studies (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum one year’s work in gallery or museum registration
• The ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, collaborators, and artists
• A high level of professional consideration for the art in our care
• Knowledge of best practices for packing, crating, handling, and installing artworks
• Proficiency in relevant software

Work Conditions

• Some duties of this position require being able to work outside, potentially in inclement weather for extended periods of time
• Potential for overtime and weekends during installation periods
• Physical requirements including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing, squatting, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds and move heavy objects as required
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arm, and reach above shoulder height
• Ability to climb ladders and operate mechanical lifts and power tools
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary

Compensation and Benefits

• The hourly rate for this position is $24.00 per hour
• Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) discounts
• Staff appreciation social events year-round

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply online with a resume and cover letter. The application also includes a few brief questions to help us better understand your experience and interest in the role. Incomplete applications—including those missing the requested documents—may not be fully considered.