Collections Assistant for Cape Fear Museum (Wilmington, NC)

  • 24 Jul 2024 2:23 PM
    Message # 13385876

    New Hanover County is looking for a part-time Collections Assistant to join the Cape Fear Museum Department.

    The Cape Fear Museum collects, preserves and interprets objects relating to the history, science, and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear. The Museum makes those objects and their interpretation available to the public through educational exhibition and programs.

    The Collections Assistant will work with the Curator in a variety of tasks related to managing the museum’s permanent collection.

    Responsibilities for this role include:
     

    • Perform collections management tasks related to the ongoing maintenance of the permanent collection, including: Archival processing, digital scanning of photographs and scrapbooks, condition reports, object research
    • Maintain records in collections management database (Proficio), including: data entry, updating and improving information in existing records
    • Assist museum staff with installation and de-installation of exhibits when necessary
    • Perform other duties as required
     
    New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.    


    Hours:
    Monday - Friday, Casual Part Time : 19 hours a week

     
    Salary Information:
    The salary for this position is $17.00/hr. 
    Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
     
    Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.