Collections Specialist, Modern & Contemporary

Published on 5 June 2024

Join The Met’s Modern and Contemporary Art department in overseeing collections during a significant renovation project.

Overview

The Collections Specialist role at The Met involves coordinating collection care and assessment during a renovation project. This position requires project management skills, organizational expertise, and knowledge of collections care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Manager and collections team for collection assessments.
• Manage project budget and track invoices.
• Coordinate viewings and updates of stored collections.
• Maintain collections documentation and digital records.
• Perform basic post-production on images.
• Coordinate with contracted staff for collection assessment and offsite move.
• Update collection data in collection management software.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Museum Studies or Collections Management.
• Experience working with museum collections.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in TMS and Adobe Suite preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with art handling and moving preferred.

Compensation & Location

• Annual Salary Range: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00.
• Employees must be located within commuting distance of the Museum.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plans with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Commuter benefits and financial planning services.
• Staff discounts and access to cultural institutions.