Ramapo College of New Jersey

Art Collections Management Assistant (Part-Time Hourly)

07430, Mahwah, NJ, United States

Remote
Part-time
about 2 months ago
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Description ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE: Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized. Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others. Examples of Duties Posting edited 3/20/25 PAY:-$20/hr. HOURS: 15 hours per week. Nights and weekends may be required. Must be flexible. JOB SUMMARY Working with Director and Chief Art Handler/Registrar, aids in art collection, care and exhibition duties including: inventory, documentation, requests for collection use, art handling, database work, insurance, student research and collection assignments, labels, condition reports, security, scholar requests, exhibition and collection filing, artwork research including new initiatives, photography requests, installation, possibly acting as second courier. Assist with contemporary curatorial research. Assess collection conditions in an ongoing way. Secure collection information for artist biographies. Align collection processes with state and federal laws. Develop promotional and information systems for collections to better serve public. Move collection art in a vehicle.Perform various other duties as assigned. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS One year experience with art documentation preferred, and degree in art, art history, or museum studies. Museum experience preferred. Required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. Must successfully complete a Defensive Driver course offered by the College Ability to lift 50lbs KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess multi-tasking and coordination experience Passion for art; history of involvement with the arts Demonstrate attention to details while maintaining perspective Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Filemaker Pro or equivalent, Photoshop, and the Internet Excellent customer service skills Knowledge of the principles and techniques essential to the performance of assigned responsibilities Demonstrated ability to gather and compile materials on art and exhibitions. Competent in maintaining essential records and files. Ability to maintain confidentiality with donor agreements and financial materials. Supplemental Information EEO Statement: Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.

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