Collections Manager/Associate Preparator - Muskegon Museum of Art (5/6/24)
Posted on 4/16/24
The Muskegon Museum of Art (MMA) seeks a full-time Collections Manager/Associate Preparator with proven experience in museum collections management with current knowledge of museum standards and practices as recommended by American Alliance of Museums (AAM).
The Collections Manager / Associate Preparator is lead staff member responsible for proper care and handling of the fine art collection. This position reports to the Senior Curator / Director of Collections and Exhibitions.
The Muskegon Museum of Art (MMA) is one of the premier cultural institutions in West Michigan with a strong presence in the Midwest and a renowned permanent collection. The MMA has an aggressive changing exhibition schedule of between 10-15 exhibitions annually along with dynamic community programming. The Collections Manager / Associate Preparator is a key member of a highly creative and motivated museum team.
This is a transitionary moment for the Muskegon Museum of Art, which is currently under construction of a 26,000 sf museum expansion adding 4 new galleries, classrooms, museum store, and support space including a new 3,000 sf collection storage facility. The museum expansion is scheduled to open to the public in January of 2025.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Collections Manager
Associate Preparator
Other
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
A successful candidate will hold a Bachelors’ Degree in a related field and have a minimum of two years prior museum/gallery experience in Collections Manger (registerial) and/or curatorial departments.
Must be willing to relocate to the Greater Muskegon area.
SALARY: $45,000 - $49,000 and comprehensive benefits package. This is a full-time position.
Send cover letter and resume by May 6, 2024 to khepler@muskegonartmuseum.org