Artifact Digitization & Preservation Curator

httpsladgovcomjobopenings; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation invites applications for a Museum Curator at the U.S. Navy Seabee Museum in Port Hueneme, California.

The selected candidate will assist with preserving, documenting, and digitizing the museum's artifact collection while collaborating with leadership and staff to improve access via inventory management, photography, and proper preservation. Responsibilities include conducting inventories, cataloging, photographing artifacts, supporting digitization, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Experience working with museum collections, archives, or historical artifacts.
• Knowledge of museum collection management standards and preservation practices.
• Experience with digital photography for documentation purposes.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop Elements and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with museum staff and visitors.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory of museum artifacts and collection storage areas.
• Unpack, identify, catalog, and repack artifacts using museum preservation standards.
• Photograph artifacts for digital records.
• Support the museum's collection digitization efforts.
• Maintain accurate collection records and documentation.
• Handle historical artifacts carefully to ensure long-term preservation.
• Work with museum staff on special projects and assigned collection activities.
• Follow established museum collection management procedures and best practices.
• Maintain organized work areas and ensure proper storage of artifacts.

Skills

Museum collections

Preservation standards

Digital photography

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Artifact handling

Tools

Adobe Photoshop Elements

Adobe Acrobat Professional

Job description

Ladgov Corporation invites applications for a Museum Curator at the U.S. Navy Seabee Museum in Port Hueneme, California.

The selected candidate will assist with preserving, documenting, and digitizing the museum's artifact collection while collaborating with leadership and staff to improve access via inventory management, photography, and proper preservation. Responsibilities include conducting inventories, cataloging, photographing artifacts, supporting digitization, and maintaining records.