University of Mississippi, Department of Sociology and Anthropology
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Mississippi seeks a collections project manager for its ethnographic and archaeological materials. This position will direct an ongoing effort to curate objects and associated records obtained during more than a century of research under a National Park Service Save America’s Treasures grant in collaboration with anthropology faculty. Duties include day-to-day work on the grant; research, study, and preservation of objects and artifacts; management of the security and stability of the collections; and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.
This is a temporary appointment that may be extended for up to 2 years, at the discretion of the department.
This position assists the Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager with all aspects of the care and exhibition of objects in the department. The incumbent assists in gallery and storage maintenance, respond to inquiries and class support, provides supervision and training to student workers, and manages daily operations in the absence of the Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager.
Examples of Work Performed
- Assists with symposiums, conservation, digitization, and other program activities as requested by the collections manager and director.
- Assists with scheduling and hosting visitors conducting research and object study.
- Participates in training volunteers and interns working on collections management and curatorial projects. Provides tours and museum studies class visits as needed. Updates database to correspond to condition reports, conservation work, and current object locations. Assists the collections manager with collections-related correspondence.
- Maintains collections care such as preventive conservation, proper storage techniques, conducting inventories, and monitoring environmental conditions.
- Informs collections manager of any concerns related to the general maintenance and care of collections.
- Assists with processing incoming and outgoing loans, temporary custodies, and acquisitions.
- Provides assistance with packing, shipping, and rehousing collections objects.
- Supports exhibit installation as needed and performs multiple roles as installer, coordinator, and registrar.
- Works with staff in achieving administrative goals and objectives such as fundraising and events.
- Assists with monitoring the HVAC system and other environmental controls to ensure storage conditions are adequate for collections and gallery display.
- Provides support in implementing integrated pest management procedures including collections and gallery housekeeping schedule.
- Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
Essential Functions
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
- Provides assistance with ongoing projects that support the curatorial mission of the department.
- Assists with managing access to the collections both for research and community use.
- Conducts ongoing collections and exhibitions projects with limited supervision as assigned by Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager.
- Manages daily operations in the absence of the Curator of Exhibitions and Collections Manager.
Minimum Education/Experience
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Art/ Art History, History, Anthropology or a related field.
AND
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience related to the above described.
Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.
Preferred qualifications:
Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MS, or PhD) and/or Museum Studies Certificate and experience with NAGPRA requirements.
Salary/Wage Information
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EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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