Collections Manager: Access, Preservation & Research

Maine Archives and Museums; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, Maine, seeks a full-time Collections Manager to oversee and enhance access to collections.

The role emphasizes the care and documentation of a diverse range of collections, requiring a strong background in history and collections management. The position offers a salary range of $50,000–$57,000 annually with full benefits.

Applicants should have a degree in history or related field and relevant museum experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related museum experience required.
• Working knowledge of maritime and/or New England history.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all permanent collections.
• Manage collections development and processes.
• Supervise volunteers and interns.

Skills

Collections management

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

History knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree in history, art history, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PastPerfect or collections management software

Job description

Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, Maine, seeks a full-time Collections Manager to oversee and enhance access to collections.

The role emphasizes the care and documentation of a diverse range of collections, requiring a strong background in history and collections management. The position offers a salary range of $50,000–$57,000 annually with full benefits.

Applicants should have a degree in history or related field and relevant museum experience.