The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking an Assistant Collections Manager for our Research & Collections – Invertebrate Paleontology department at the Natural History Museum. The Assistant Collections Manager is primarily responsible for the curation, physical conservation, and management of the Invertebrate Type Collection in support of a IMLS-awarded Museums for America grant to refurbish and improve physical and digital access to that collection. In this capacity the ACM will utilize a digital collections management system, and develop and implement workflows and protocols for efficient and useful generation of digital data from this collection. In addition, the Assistant Collections Manager will train, supervise, and support the professional development of a team of volunteers and student interns as a core component of that grant. It is anticipated that the Assistant Collections Manager will work closely with Invertebrate Paleontology staff, the NHMLAC Collection’s Office, and other collection’s staff at NHMLAC when feasible to provide student interns and volunteers access and experiences in other areas of the museum. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Digital Collections Management: Maintains and generates digital collection records, supplies data for research projects /reports, and develops and enhances the collections management system.
- Collections Care: Participates in curation and collections management activities including identifying, preparing and preserving objects and specimens for research, exhibition, and education. Contributes to conservation of objects as it relates to storage and/or display. Exercises independent judgment in the classification of artifacts and specimens under the general direction of a Collections Manager or Curator. Acts as liaison with the Collection’s and Registrar’s offices as directed by the Collections Manager or Curator.
- Collection Work Space Maintenance: Coordinates refurbishment and routine maintenance of the Invertebrate Paleontology & Malacology type collections room.
- Public Programs and Researcher Support: Participates in the Museum’s Public Program activities where and when relevant, including but not limited to, assisting in educational programs. Assists visiting scientists by providing access to the collections as directed by the Collections Manager or Curator. Conducts collection and lab tours as needed.
- Staff and Volunteer Coordination: Provides operational coordination, training, and professional development to staff, volunteers, work-study students, interns, and contractors as needed.
This position has the following requirements:
- A B.S., B.A., or M.S. in biology, geology, paleontology, or a related discipline.
- Experience working with natural history collections, competence using computer databases of natural history collections and mapping software, and knowledge of fossil invertebrates.
- Readiness and competence to supervise and training part-time interns, volunteers, and work-study students.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is especially interested in candidates whose background and experience have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion at culturally diverse audiences in museum and in sciences.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience and commitment working with a diverse community. Salary is commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits. This is a full time, temporary (12 month), non-exempt position to start July 1, 2019. Applications will be accepted through May 17, 2019.
A cover letter, current resume, and list of 3-4 references are required for all applicants. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Interested candidates please visit www.nhm.org/jobs and click the link of the position for which you are interested or go directly to the online application.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please email jobs@nhm.org for any application inquiries.