Collections Management Generalist Technician II - Nor Cal
Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
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The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art seeks a Collections Management Technician, Generalist Level II to support the preservation, organization, accessibility, and safety of the Lucas Museums collection in storage. This role will focus on housing, inventorying, and coordinating access to the collection for research and exhibition planning needs. Additional responsibilities include the processing and management of collections and storage spaces, managing the procurement processes around materials in need of rehousing, and managing requests for access from non-departmental staff. The position holder will work collaboratively across departments and contribute to the development and implementation of Collections Management policies, procedures, and workflows related to the museums storage program.
Responsibilities
Collaborates closely with the Head of Collections Management and Associate Collections Manager to maintain departmental goals and objectives
Assists with the management of department schedules to meet milestones and goals in collaboration with CM technicians and other departments
Supports the development of department processes and protocols including storage protocols, access processes, and work order processes
Coordinates day-to-day logistics of collection processes, materials, and spaces throughout the storage facilities
Evaluates and creates housing for Lucasfilm Archive collection and other collections materials using appropriate supplies suitable for travel and long-term storage
Manages procurement processes, including requesting estimates for new equipment and supplies; assists Associate Collection Manager in maintaining departmental information
Participates in ongoing storage maintenance including environmental monitoring, pest management, and emergency response preparations
Responsible for proper object handling and for instructing/training approved staff members and overseeing contractors during collections care processes
Assist with receiving and releasing art shipments, experience loading, and off-loading trucks
Assists in preparations and packing processes needed for all transportation of collections
Accurately record and track object information in the museums collection database, The Museum System (TMS)
Assists in the management of researchers and other visitors to storage space by coordinating schedules, work orders, and resources needed to manage requests
Collaborate with other Collections Management staff and LMNA departments to accomplish multiple simultaneous goals and projects to museum standards and in alignment with best practices.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree or equivalent relevant experience is required
3 years or more experience in art handling, collections care, and museum best practices
Strong proven experience in collaborative team environments
SKILLS
Attention to detail and organization
Open, collaborative, and proactive communication skills are essential
Creative and flexible problem-solving skills
Aptitude for system and process creation
Mounting and unmounting works on paper
KNOWLEDGE
Experience handling and packing a variety of collection materials including paintings, objects, textiles, and works on paper for long term storage and transport
Extensive knowledge of art packing, handling, and storage techniques
Experience with a variety of mediums and materials including works on paper and paintings
A mastery of museum collection’s best practices and procedures
An understanding of basic conservation protocols and parameters
Experience with transport and moving processes
ABILITIES
Proven flexibility and adaptability with shifting priorities
Strong collaborative spirit for working within a team
Well-organized and detail-oriented
Proven record of ability to meet deadlines, preferably exhibition and project-based work
Self-motivated and independent
Able to integrate into existing projects and timelines that are underway
Enjoys detailed and focused work
Able to take ownership of a role and lead problem-solving processes with confidence
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and goals while considering finite resources