POSITION PURPOSE:

The Registration Assistant will assist with budgeted registration projects involving the creation and maintenance of records, collections database, and documentation for incoming artworks, loans, or traveling exhibitions. Unpacks and conditions artwork and assists with research and cataloging collection projects. Assists in the management and maintenance of temporary storage areas, hard file records, file archival rehousing, and file cleanup.

This position reports to the Senior Registrar, Registration and Traveling Exhibition Services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with coordination of art shipments, including packing and arrangements, insurance coverage, and associated documentation.
• Assists with unpacking, packing, cataloging, conditioning, and moving artwork.
• Physically numbers, generates tags and barcode IDs, and assists with rehousing incoming artworks.
• Prepares registration documentation (receipts, condition reports, loan agreements, etc.).
• Undertakes data-entry and reporting on collections database.
• Assists with maintaining files, records, and working on collection research and cataloging projects.
• Assists with doing condition documentation photography in digitized format.
• Assists with collection inventories and storage moves.
• Oversees access to and appointments in Registrar’s artwork holding area.
• Assists with file and records room projects including archival file organization, rehousing, cleanup, and basic filing.
• Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations.
• Yearly goal setting to support Racial Equity Roadmap initiative.
• Promote and implement institutional EDI initiatives.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.):

• High level of attention to detail, ensuring correct documentation at all levels, with ability to cross-check and verify documentation from sources within and outside the Denver Art Museum.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with donors and lenders in written and verbal formats.
• Ability to work without immediate supervision and review of work-product.
• Ability to track status of multiple projects and to see projects to conclusion.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Museum campus, off-site storage, and office setting.
• Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, sitting, and climbing.
• Eye/hand/foot coordination.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:

• Computer and software (ARGUS.net Collection Management System; Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop; Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Planner, and Outlook
• Copier, fax machine, and scanner
• A-frame, furniture dolly, object cart, and pallet jack
• Museum van for art transports

Pay: The hiring hourly range for the position is $20.00-$22.50 based on experience.

Benefits: 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. A free DAM Family Membership. Employee Assistance Program. Subscription to Headspace. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options, all employees are eligible to receive a free RTD Eco Pass.

NOTE:  The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodation for the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - Nor do we look for the right "fit" with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require a phone screen and interviews with the hiring manager and/or panel that will be held virtually. This position will close, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.  Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation.  As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious.  The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.