Associate Registrar for Exhibitions

Job TitleWe Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.How You Will ContributeThis position will organize and manage large, complicated exhibitions as part of PMA's in-house and traveling exhibitions program Specifically, you will:Manage & coordinate all details and logistics pertaining to exhibitions and traveling exhibitions including packing, shipping, insuring, installation, storage and courier arrangementsReview and negotiate loan agreements with lendersOrganize complex domestic and international shipments with couriers & organize installation scheduleOversee and document the unpacking, condition check and installation of loansNegotiate and arrange fine arts insurance for exhibitionsPrepare and submit US Government indemnity applications & applications for Immunity from Seizure, and oversee the arrangements for indemnified exhibitionsCollaborate with conservation, installations & packing, exhibition design, curatorial, protection services and facilities to coordinate exhibitionsSupervise lender requirements & distributes information to appropriate departments.Travel as courier for exhibitions and loan shipments as assignedComplete condition reports as neededRelease/Receive shipments before or after hours to meet international and domestic shipping schedulesArchive closed exhibitionsParticipate in Registration Department activities assisting in achieving overall departmental goals under the direction of the Director of Registration.Other duties related to the movement and inventory of the collections as requiredMiscellaneous duties as assignedYour Background and Experience Include· Minimum of two to four years of related registrar experience; Bachelor's degree or Master's in museum studies program, or equivalent experience working in museum collections managementWell-organized, detail-oriented and knowledge of best practices in museum registration, art handling, packing and shipping works of artExperience organizing complex domestic and international shipments with couriers.Prior experience with and knowledge of US Government Indemnity procedures and requirements.Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in a team-oriented environmentExcellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skillsAvailability to travel as a courier nationally and internationally as neededExperience with TMS (The Museum System) preferredCandidate must complete Security Threat Assessment post-hirePosition and Compensation DetailsThe salary for this position is $56,292.08.This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.This position is part of the AFSCME Local 397 bargaining unit.This position reports to Director of RegistrationPhysical requirements:Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campusJob-specific physical requirementsMinor lifting and bending (lifting of no more than 50 pounds).Able to regularly set up, adjust, and operate a computer/keyboard and other office equipment used to generate work/transmit data.Is able to remain seated for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery or exhibit space, and to access all public and staff areas of the Museum campus, with or without accommodation.While performing the essential functions of job, the individual must be able to remain stationary, standing in galleries during installation and de-installation for long periods of timeBackground check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.Institutional RequirementsUpholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.Adheres to the museum's code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum's staff, volunteers, and audiences.Maintains confidentiality.Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.What We OfferOur employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate familyDiscounted guest tickets for admissionDiscounts on gift membershipsSpecial staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teamsDiscounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online storesWe offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:Medical, dental, and vision benefitsFully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insuranceHealth savings or flexible spending account programRetirement savings program with museum matchPaid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee's regular schedule and tenure.