Join us as a Collections Specialist to support the migration of records from deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum’s former collection management program to The Trustees’ statewide collections management tool, Qi. This is a full-time, 18-month, limited term, nonexempt position working 40 hours per week reporting directly to the Museum Registrar.
Requirements
- Strong computer skills and knowledge required for working with museum collections, such as familiarity with collection management software and information conformity for data entry.
- Relational database fluency highly preferred.
- Ability to perform data entry with meticulous attention to accuracy.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working in a museum, archive, library, or related setting.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment where collaboration, flexibility, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail are essential.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Office tools (esp. Word, Excel, SharePoint).and digital imaging applications, including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Benefits
- Sick time: 15 days per year
- Vacation time: 20 days per year (prorated)
- 12 observed holidays, 3 floating
- Health insurance: You are eligible to participate in the Trustees health insurance benefit via Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave
- Life Insurance
- 401k with 5% match after 1 year of employment
- Employee Assistance Program: Free access to a confidential service that helps employees and their communities with personal and work-related issues, such as mental health support, counseling, and financial advice.
- Reciprocity: Enjoy access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions for Trustees Staff, Volunteers and Interns.
- Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.
- Day of Wonder: Spend one workday per year to exploring a Trustees property.
- Day of Service: Spend one workday per year to helping with a project at a Trustees property.
