Museum Assistant, Study Room
(January 2, 2025)
Position Title - Museum Assistant, Study Room
Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Head of Study Room
Position Type - Full-time, permanent
Benefits - Yes
Salary Range - $56,000 - $65,000
Hourly wage range - $25 - $30
Reporting to the Head of Study Room at the Yale Center for British Art, the Museum Assistant works effectively as part of the Study Room team, assists and oversees patrons using Study Room for research and teaching. The Museum Assistant retrieves and re-shelves drawings, prints, photographs, rare books, manuscripts, and archives for patrons; maintains the order and ensures the special care, security and proper user handling of collections; coordinates organization of materials for classes and presentations in the Study Room and produces lists of work and other supporting materials as required; cataloging of works on paper using the appropriate collections management systems. This individual will also research and answer routine questions. This individual may represent the Study Room on YCBA committees and working groups as needed.
20-Dec-2024
Yale Center for British Art - Study Room
92402BR
University Job TitleMuseum Assistant 1
Bargaining Unit
L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)
Time TypeFull time
Duration Type
Regular
Compensation GradeLabor Grade C
Wage Ranges
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Searchable Job FamilyMuseum/Curatorial
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Work Days/Hours (Other than Standard)
8:30am-5:00pm Monday – Friday until the YCBA reopens to the public (anticipated Spring 2025).
Upon reopening to the public, scheduled work hours will be: Tuesday-Wednesday, Friday-Saturday: 8:30am-5pm and Thursday: 11:30am-8pm
Summer and Recess Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5pm
Work WeekFlexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)
Work Location
Central Campus
Worksite Address1080 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Work Model
On-site
Position Focus:
Work Day/Hours (Other than Standard)
Essential Duties
1. Serves as source of specialized information to the public, visiting scholars, and students. Explains and describes the collection and available reference material through workshops, lectures and in response to inquiries. 2. Maintains the order of and ensures the special care, security, and proper user handling of collections and exhibits. Reconstructs, repairs, and restores art/specimens using preservation and conservation techniques. Catalogues and makes routine identifications of new acquisitions. 3. Conducts research related to the collections and exhibits. Selects art/specimens for display. Prepares collection for exhibition. May assist with installing and disassembling exhibits. 4. Composes correspondence related to the collections and exhibits. Oversees and instructs support staff. 5. May prepare budget and financial material related to particular collection. May collect specimens for use in exhibits. Performs clerical functions incidental to curatorial activities.
Required Education and Experience
Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability and willingness to deal pleasantly and effectively with the public, including faculty and students.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Demonstrated excellent computer skills. Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with and use of Microsoft Office suite and database applications. Willingness and ability to learn new computer technology.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Demonstrated ability performing art historical, historical, and bibliographic research.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Strong attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment. Excellent attendance, punctuality and reliability, as attested by references.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Previous work experience in a museum, library or archive.
Weekend Hours Required?Yes
Evening Hours Required?
Yes
Drug ScreenNo
Health Screening
No
Background Check Requirements
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Health Requirements
Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
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