Oklahoma State Government

Museum Registrar

Oklahoma County · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$42k-$48kDetected 6 days ago

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About the role

The Registrar will report to the Director of Museum Collections and will office at the Oklahoma History Center (OHC) in Oklahoma City.
This role ensures proper handling, cataloging, tracking, and preservation of artifacts in accordance with museum standards and best practices.

Assist with providing collections management support for OHS museums and sites.
Maintain meticulous documentation, including acquisition records, gift agreements, loan agreements, and conservation reports.
Work with the Director of Museum Collections to coordinate incoming and outgoing loans, including generating loan agreements, managing loan schedules, and providing support for insurance arrangements, artifact packing, and transportation.

Excellent research skills and ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources.
Strong computer skills and proficiency in collections management software (Argus), Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.
May occasionally be required to work on evenings and weekends for installations/deinstallations of exhibits.
Must be able to safely handle delicate objects and use tools, both power and manual while on the job.
Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as boxes, crates, and oversized artifacts will be required.
Must be comfortable navigating galleries, storage, and loading dock settings.
Some in-state same-day travel with an agency provided vehicle is required.

The ideal candidate is required to have a Bachelor's degree in museum studies, history, art history, or a related field, but a Master's degree is preferred.
A minimum of 2 years' experience in museum registration or collections management in a museum or gallery setting is preferred, but a combination of an advanced degree and experience may be considered.

The annual salary for this position is $42,000.00-$48,000.00, based on education and experience.
$42,000-$48,000 annual salary per year

7% state-matched retirement with a Roth option
Dental and vision insurance plans
The annual salary for this position is $42,000.00-$48,000.00, based on education and experience.

The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is an agency of the State of Oklahoma and a private membership organization governed by a Board of Directors.
The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people.
The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association.
In 1918 the OHS was relocated to the State Capitol, and in 1930 moved to the Wiley Post building.
In 2005 came the opening of the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City.
Over the years the OHS has developed numerous collections, programs, research centers, museums, historic homes, and military sites across the state.

Employment
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