Jobs
>
New York City

    Collections Manager, Registrar, Modern - New York, United States - The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art
    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    2 weeks ago

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    About the Metropolitan Museum of Art

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as The Met, is a renowned institution that showcases a rich collection of art spanning over 5,000 years from diverse cultures worldwide. With iconic locations at The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters in New York City, as well as a strong online presence, millions of individuals engage with the museum's offerings.

    Since its establishment in 1870, The Met has strived to go beyond being merely a repository of rare artifacts. The institution is deeply dedicated to maintaining a work environment that fosters collaboration, diversity, and respect. Its team, comprised of individuals who share a love for art, work collectively towards a singular objective: to curate the most dynamic and inspiring art gallery globally.

    Every staff member at The Met, whether they are security personnel, researchers, scientists, or other professionals, upholds the organization's core values of respect, inclusivity, collaboration, excellence, and integrity.

    About the Department

    The Department of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Met is currently engaged in a significant project involving the design and construction of the new Tang Wing. This project focuses on the assessment and relocation of the museum's extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, consisting of over 12,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, decorative art, and time-based media.

    General Statement of Responsibilities & Duties:

    As the Collections Manager/Registrar, this role will play a pivotal part in orchestrating the movement and assessment of artworks to an offsite location in preparation for the Tang Wing construction. Working closely with departmental leaders, you will oversee various activities related to the care and evaluation of the collections throughout the Tang Wing renovation.

    This position is defined by an established end-date or timeframe.

    Primary Responsibilities & Duties:

    • Collaborate with the collections team and registrar department to strategize the movement of artworks onsite and offsite during the initial phase of the Tang Wing project.
    • Manage the transportation, security, and documentation for the transfer of artworks to and from the museum.
    • Lead the budget oversight for the relocation process.
    • Supervise a team of two direct reports.
    • Coordinate viewings of stored collections for evaluation by various stakeholders.
    • Work with external staff involved in the assessment and relocation process.
    • Update collection data in the museum's system and maintain associated documentation.
    • Prepare and organize collections documentation digitally and physically.
    • Flexibility to work across multiple locations.
    • Additional assigned duties.

    Education & Experience:

    • Minimum of 5 years of experience in museum collections.
    • Bachelor's (BA/BFA) degree required; Master's (MA) in Museum Studies or Collections Management preferred.
    • Demonstrated expertise in museum collections management.
    • Proven team management experience.
    • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Proficiency in collections management databases, particularly TMS.
    • Knowledge of archival materials and collections care best practices.
    • Experience in handling and moving 3-dimensional artworks.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
    • Capability to work both independently and collaboratively.
    • Familiarity with software like TMS, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office.

    Compensation Range:

    • Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually.
    • The advertised salary range represents a general guideline and may vary based on individual qualifications and factors such as experience and education level.

    Location Requirements:

    Employees must be based within commuting distance of the Museum, covering states like New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania, enabling daily travel to and from the Museum.

    Benefits Offerings:

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

    • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
    • Retirement plans with employer matching.
    • Generous paid time off and holidays.
    • Disability coverage and flexible spending accounts.
    • Commuter benefits and financial planning assistance.
    • Employee discounts and subsidized cafeteria.
    • Access to free admission across various cultural institutions.

    Studies have shown that individuals, especially women and minorities, tend to apply for roles only if they meet all listed qualifications. At The Met, we encourage all qualified individuals who resonate with a majority of the criteria to apply, as we advocate for diversity and inclusivity in our workforce.

    The Met prioritizes providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. For any accommodation needs, please contact us.

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a workplace free from discrimination based on various factors including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and more, in all facets of employment.

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Collections Manager, Registrar, Modern

    1 week ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    About the Department · The Department of Modern and Contemporary Art is working on a capital project to completely design and build the new Tang Wing. The collection of modern and contemporary art comprises more than 12,000 objects, including painting, works on paper, sculpture, ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Collections Manager, Registrar, Modern

    2 days ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    About the DepartmentThe Department of Modern and Contemporary Art is working on a capital project to completely design and build the new Tang Wing. The collection of modern and contemporary art comprises more than 12,000 objects, including painting, works on paper, sculpture, dec ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Collections Manager, Registrar, Modern

    1 day ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    About the DepartmentThe Department of Modern and Contemporary Art is working on a capital project to completely design and build the new Tang Wing. The collection of modern and contemporary art comprises more than 12,000 objects, including painting, works on paper, sculpture, dec ...

  • Sothebys group

    Outbound Dock Registrar

    1 week ago

    Sothebys group New York, United States

    **Outbound Dock Registrar & Warehouse Supervisor** · at Sotheby's New York, United States **THE** **ROLE** **ABOUT SOTHEBY'S** · Established in 1744, Sothebys is the worlds premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sothebys promotes access, connoisseur ...

  • Whitney Museum

    Associate Registrar, Exhibitions

    6 days ago

    Whitney Museum New York, United States

    Reporting to the Head Registrar, Exhibitions, the Associate Registrar will have direct responsibility for managing and coordinating crating, packing, transportation, couriers, insurance, and condition reports for international and domestic loan exhibitions. · The Associate Regis ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Research Associate, Krasner

    1 week ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: · The Modern and Contemporary Art department at The Met is devoted to the study, collection and exhibition of art from 1890 to the present. An era marked by seismic cultural, social and political shifts across the globe, artistic responses to these changes ...

  • Whitney Museum of American Art

    Associate Registrar, Exhibitions

    1 week ago

    Whitney Museum of American Art New York, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionReporting to the Head Registrar, Exhibitions, the Associate Registrar will have direct responsibility for managing and coordinating crating, packing, transportation, couriers, insurance, and condition reports for international and domestic loan ex ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Research Associate, Krasner

    2 weeks ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    About the Metropolitan Museum of Art · The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City-The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The ...

  • Whitney Museum of American Art

    Coordinator, Exhibitions and Collection Management

    1 week ago

    Whitney Museum of American Art New York, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionThe Coordinator, Exhibitions and Collection Management, serves as administrative and logistical support primarily to the Chief Exhibitions and Collection Officer and other managers in the department, including the Director, Exhibitions Management. ...

  • Moma

    MoMA PS1

    14 hours ago

    Moma Long Island City, United States

    About MoMA PS1 · MoMA PS1 champions how art and artists are at the intersection of the social, cultural, and political issues of their time. Providing audiences with the agency to ask questions, access to knowledge, and a forum for public debate, PS1 has offered insight into art ...

  • Sotheby's

    Central Receiving Supervisor

    3 weeks ago

    Sotheby's New York, United States

    ABOUT SOTHEBY'S · Established in 1744, Sotheby's is the world's premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby's promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trus ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Research Associate, Krasner

    1 day ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:The Modern and Contemporary Art department at The Met is devoted to the study, collection and exhibition of art from 1890 to the present. An era marked by seismic cultural, social and political shifts across the globe, artistic responses to these changes have ...

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Research Associate, Krasner

    2 weeks ago

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, United States

    About the Metropolitan Museum of Art · The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City—The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The M ...

  • Sotheby's

    Property Handler, Weekend Shift

    3 weeks ago

    Sotheby's New York, United States

    **ABOUT SOTHEBY'S** · Established in 1744, Sotheby's is the world's premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sotheby's promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions, private sales and retail locations. O ...

  • Sotheby's

    Associate Cataloguer, Arts

    2 weeks ago

    Sotheby's New York, United States

    **ABOUT SOTHEBY'S** · Established in 1744, Sotheby's is the world's premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby's promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our t ...

  • The City University of New York

    Enrollment Registrar Director

    3 weeks ago

    The City University of New York Queens, United States Full time

    POSITION DETAILS · Often referred to as "The Jewel of the CUNY system," Queens College is a place of contrasts: an urban school in a suburban setting, where a large and diverse student body receives personalized attention. This formula has made us one of New York's premier educa ...

  • City University of New York

    Enrollment Registrar Director

    3 weeks ago

    City University of New York Queens, United States

    Enrollment Registrar Director · **POSITION DETAILS** · Often referred to as "The Jewel of the CUNY system," Queens College is a place of contrasts: an urban school in a suburban setting, where a large and diverse student body receives personalized attention. This formula has made ...

  • ARCS

    Assistant Registrar, Exhibitions

    2 weeks ago

    ARCS Long Island City, United States

    **Assistant Registrar, Exhibitions | MoMA PS1 **posted May 6, 2024****: · 22-25 Jackson Ave · Long Island City, NY 11101 · United States · **Salary**: $60,000 - $63,000 · PS1 seeks an Assistant Registrar, Exhibitions for a full-time position in the Program Production department. ...

  • St. John's University

    Contact Customer Service Agent

    3 weeks ago

    St. John's University Queens, United States

    St. John's, established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University's outsta ...