Museum Registration Inventory Assistants; OPS​/Part-Time

Museum Registration Inventory Assistants (OPS/Part-Time) Multiple Vacancies

Department:
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art (Florida State University) –

Location:

Sarasota, FL.

Job .

• Inventories 2‑D and 3‑D objects in both public and private collections spaces.
• Runs object‑location reports using TMS (The Museum System).
• Follows inventory procedures to locate, handle, and document collection items.
• Identifies and reconciles object numbers with inventory sheets.
• Digitizes Found‑in‑Collection (FIC) objects by photographing art, editing images, and uploading files to TMS.
• Utilizes TMS to update and enter standardized data for object records.
• Develops and assists in rehousing projects for collection items.

• Meets with appropriate staff to ascertain the status of FIC objects.
• Documents data for FICs (object condition, location, measurements, title, housing needs) and creates records in TMS.
• Reconciles FICs with historic, physical and/or digital‑based documents (deed of gifts, etc.).
• Collaborates with registration staff to improve object housing.
• Assists with transporting objects.

• Bachelor's degree in library/information science, art history, museum studies or related field, or a combination of post‑high‑school education and experience equivalent to four years.
• Higher education can substitute for experience at an equivalent rate.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire (driver's permit is not acceptable).

• Ability to photograph objects and transfer images.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Background in art history and/or museum studies.
• Working knowledge of collections management databases, preferably TMS.

Ringling Human Resources:  or employment.

$20 - $25 per hour based on education, skills, and experience (20 hours a week).

If qualified and interested in this opening, apply at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or via myFSU Self Service for current employees.

Applicants must submit an online application, resume, cover letter, and contact info for at least three professional references. The application is not complete until these are uploaded.

• This is an OPS/Part‑Time position.
• Requires a criminal history background check.
• Work location:
  
  Sarasota, FL.
• Posting is for two part‑time positions.
• If selected for an, a work sample will be administered.
• This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Monday – Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM, with a rotating bi‑weekly schedule (3 days/2 days).

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.