Lead Registrar, Collections & Loans

National Museum of Wildlife Art; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Artis-Naples' The Baker Museum seeks a Senior Registrar to lead registration and collections stewardship for its permanent collection and 8–12 annual exhibitions. You will manage loans, documentation, condition reporting, and object tracking while serving as a liaison with lenders and professional partners.

The role supervises the Assistant Registrar, sets workflows, and ensures compliance with professional standards and AAM requirements. 100% onsite presence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in museum studies or related field.
• 3–5 years in museum collections management.
• Experience with cataloging, inventory, and object handling.
• Knowledge of registration methods per AAM.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital and physical documentation for the permanent collection and loans.
• Manage the TMS database and maintain records across modules.
• Process acquisitions and deaccessions per policy.
• Document and track object condition through receipt, transport, and installation.
• Oversee exhibition registration and logistics for 8–12 annual shows.
• Supervise Assistant Registrar and coordinate with departments.
• Ensure compliance with AAM standards and loan requirements.

Skills

Exhibit installation & deinstallation

Loan scheduling

Art handling knowledge

Budget & fiscal management

Communication skills

Copyright knowledge

Security systems knowledge

MS Office

TMS Collections

SmartSheet

SketchUp

Conserv knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in museum studies / art history

Tools

TMS Collections

SmartSheet

SketchUp

Conserv

Microsoft Office

Job description

Artis-Naples' The Baker Museum seeks a Senior Registrar to lead registration and collections stewardship for its permanent collection and 8–12 annual exhibitions. You will manage loans, documentation, condition reporting, and object tracking while serving as a liaison with lenders and professional partners.

The role supervises the Assistant Registrar, sets workflows, and ensures compliance with professional standards and AAM requirements. 100% onsite presence is required.