Art Collection Assistant - Part-time, No Benefits

Indiana State University•Terre Haute, IN

26d•$20

About The Position

The Permanent Art Collection (PAC) Assistant will be responsible for the maintenance and display of the artwork around campus. They will install and deinstall artwork in campus buildings and the public artwork on campus grounds. They will use professional art handling procedures to move, inventory, audit, conserve, clean, exhibit, frame, document, and other actives involving artwork and artwork storage areas. They will help to maintain inventory, condition, and loan reports. They will assist various campus employees, researchers, and vendors access the art collection while maintaining its safety and security, ensuring its accessibility into the future. They will perform these duties in assistance to the Curator and be solely responsible in their performance in the curator's absence. They will also perform other departmental duties as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Extensive knowledge of art and art history.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Willingness to work at heights of 8 feet or more.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
Experience working in database environments and excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or similar curriculum, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Light carpentry or construction experience.
Adobe pdf and imaging product experience.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and update inventory of art material in the Permanent Art Collection
Manage Campus Artwork Loan program, other installs/de-installs around campus
Work with Researchers, Vendors, and Venues off campus interested in Permanent Art Collection materials
Maintain the paper and digital provenance and cataloging records of the PAC
Clean and frame artwork
Imaqe artwork
Research and interpretation of art materials.
Performs other duties as assigned