Henry Art Gallery

Collections Technician, Henry Art Gallery

• Deadline: Ongoing
• Budget: $22 - $25 per hour, depending on experience

• Eligibility: • Demonstrated experience making boxes and other supports for permanent storage • Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in museum storage and art handling • Close attention to detail • Strong communication skills

The Collections Technician works with the Manager of Collections and Assistant Registrar of Collections to preserve, protect, and document the Henry’s permanent collection. This position particularly focuses on creating custom object housing and safe object movement and tracking.
• Conduct safe art handling of collection objects
• Create custom housing for collection objects
• Assist with storage of collection objects
• Assist with pest mitigation measures
• Assist with condition assessments
• Assist in maintaining and updating the Collection Management System (Mimsy)
• Assist in implementing and upholding best practices for art handling and storage

More Information: henryart.org