Specific duties related to the permanent collection include processing new acquisitions and loans, preparing documentation and completing data entry using the TMS collections database, and inventorying collections. For special exhibitions, this position will support exhibition documentation and provide administrative and organizational assistance during installations.

This entry-level position provides a flexible schedule of up to 28 hours per week working onsite at the Museum, with an annual maximum of 1,450 hours (May 1 – April 30).

As an employee of the Commonwealth of Virginia employee you can enjoy benefits such as free admission to special exhibitions, previews of special exhibitions, employee pricing for select museum programs and classes, and discounts at Amuse Restaurant, Best Café, and VMFA Shop.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of museum standard practices, procedures, and policies, as well as registration, collections management, and conservation practices related to the documentation, handling, and presentation of artwork.
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills; excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated with the ability to organize and maintain multiple projects successfully.
• Experience equivalent to an undergraduate or graduate degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or related field.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in a Registration or Collections Management department in a museum environment, either in a paid position or internship, preferred.
• Previous experience with a collections management system, such as TMS, preferred.
• Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check.