Northern Registrar

This fixed term Registrar position will be working with the Collection Advisor to improve conditions, documentation and access to stored collections in Northland. Based in Kerikeri the role includes relocating items to a new storage space, cataloguing, digitisation and rehousing collections, and reorganising existing storage areas, ensuring professional museum standards are met.
The position would suit someone with a strong background in collection management including documentation, packing, handling and environmental requirements, as well as the ability to work effectively and independently within time constraints.
Key Responsibilities Contribute to planning and organising new storage fit out
Oversee collection pest treatment programme
Oversee and undertake collection packing and transport
Complete collection location and condition auditing
Cataloguing and digitisation of previously unrecorded NZHPT heritage objects
Competencies and Attributes 3+ years' experience in collection care and documentation
Experience in handling, packing and transportation and storage of wide range of museum objects, to professional museum standards.
Collection location and condition auditing experience
Knowledge and experience of Vernon CMS or similar collection management database
Excellent planning and organisational skills
A tertiary qualification in Museum Studies is desirable.
Must be able to work independently
Accuracy and attention to detail important
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Applications close at 5pm 2 December 2024
The salary range for the position is $60,959-$71,717

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