Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE)

Registrar of Collections

Bentonville, AR · Contract

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About the role

Under general supervision of the Head Registrar, the Registrar of Collections is responsible for all registration functions related to managing the permanent collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (the "Museum").
This position administers a managed plan for the care, documentation, and display of the collection, and ensures the accuracy and recording of collections information.
The Crystal Bridges collection is a dynamic and rapidly evolving resource spanning five centuries of American art, encompassing historical, modern, and contemporary works alongside significant holdings in craft, Indigenous art, architecture, and minerals.

Coordinate packing/shipping arrangements and manage paperwork, unpacking, condition-reporting, and intake of artwork at the Museum on approval or as promised gifts.
Collaborate with Curatorial, Exhibition Designer and Art Preparation and Collections Care on safe display of collection objects.
Implement a managed plan of care for the Museum's permanent collection, including arranging conservator visits of all specialties.
Prepare and deliver statistics for collections care activities, outgoing loans, and digital efforts for Board reports.
Support registration functions for collections-based temporary exhibitions.

Knowledge of art handling standards.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.

Education, Training, and Traits
Degree from accredited college or university required, with coursework in art, art history, museum studies or related field;
Knowledge of American Art, and a familiarity with artists' materials required.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of collections management record-keeping.
Work Experience
Minimum five years of experience in museum registration with a focus in collections and contract and record management.
Minimum of one year proven supervisory and management experience.
Experience using complex collections database applications, The Museum System (TMS) preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license with clean driving record required
Ability to obtain valid passport
Skills and Abilities:

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.
Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization.
Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas.
We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities.
Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission.
The Momentary is a contemporary art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas.
The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality.
An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a 'living room' where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful.

Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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