Collections Officer
Collections Officer
Salary: £29,028 - £31,390 pro rata
14.4 hours per week
6-month fixed-term contract
Ref: PRN000262
Elmbridge Museum is seeking to appoint a part-time fixed-term Collections Officer to support in managing our collection of c.43,000 objects dating from the Stone Age to the present-day.
The post holder will be responsible for managing housekeeping procedures across two off-site storage facilities and working within Accreditation policies and plans to improve documentation standards. They will work collaboratively with colleagues in the museum team to prepare objects for photography and for display in the community and advise on handling, packaging and audit procedures for the forthcoming store move.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied local authority collection and take an active role in its preservation and documentation. We are looking for candidates with experience of best practice in collections management, excellent attention to detail and proficiency in using collections management systems. The successful candidate will have strong organisational skills and a passion for using objects to bring local history to life. You will need a flexible approach to work and a full driving license to enable travel to off-site stores.
Please visit the Elmbridge Museum website for more information about the collection and museum service. For an informal chat about the role please contact Ellie Darton-Moore, Museum Manager on 01372 474586 or Paul Nanji, Leisure and Cultural Services Manager on 01372 474580.
Closing Date: Monday 1st July 9am
Interview Date: Tuesday 16th July