Museum Collections Manager

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University is seeking a Museum Collections Manager to oversee the stewardship, documentation, and accessibility of the museum’s holdings. The role includes cataloging, inventory, storage, conservation, and coordination of exhibitions and loans with curators, educators, conservators, researchers, and university leadership.

The position emphasizes compliance with professional standards and laws, development of collections policies, and ensuring long-term preservation while

Qualifications

• Experience with collection care and documentation.
• Experience with collection recordkeeping and standards.
• Grant-funded position; ability to work within funding constraints.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation and records for the permanent collection.
• Research works of art, provenance, and collection history.
• Conduct inventories, location checks, and condition assessments.
• Monitor on-campus and off-site storage.
• Coordinate with Registrar, Director, and conservators.
• Assist with handling, movement, packing, and installation of works of art.
• Support preventive conservation and archival storage practices.
• Assist with exhibitions, loans, and research activities.
• Maintain and update database records.
• Train and supervise student workers and interns.
• Collaborate with museum staff on projects and other duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Policies and procedures

Museum systems (TMS)

MS Office

Detail oriented

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, art history, anthropology, or related fields.

Job description

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Yes

Hours of Work

8:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

TSU203827

Official TSU Title

Museum Collections Manager

Grant Title

Museum Collections Manager

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

The Museum Collections Manager is responsible for the overall stewardship, management, preservation, documentation, and accessibility of the museum’s collections. The position oversees the acquisition, cataloging, inventory, storage, conservation, movement, and deaccessioning of collection materials in accordance with professional museum standards, institutional policies, and applicable laws and regulations. The Manager develops and implements collections management policies and procedures, maintains accurate collection records and databases, coordinates exhibitions and loans, supervises collections staff and volunteers, and works collaboratively with curators, educators, conservators, researchers, and museum leadership. The position also supports collection research, digitization, risk management, emergency preparedness, and public engagement while ensuring the long‑term preservation and responsible use of the museum’s cultural, historical, and artistic resources.

This is a grant funded position.

Essential Duties Summary

• Maintain accurate documentation and records for the permanent collection.
• Research works of art, artists, provenance, and collection history.
• Conduct inventories, location checks, and condition assessments.
• Monitor and organize on-campus and off-site collections storage.
• Identify conservation needs and coordinate with the Museum Registrar, Museum Director, and professional conservators.
• Assist with the safe handling, movement, packing, storage, and installation of works of art.
• Support preventive conservation and proper archival storage practices.
• Assist with collections-related exhibitions, loans, and research activities.
• Maintain and update database records.
• Train and supervise student workers and interns on collection-related projects.
• Collaborate with museum staff on collections projects and other duties assigned.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

$64,197.37 - $81,851.64

Education

Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, art history, anthropology, or related fields.

Required Licensing/Certification

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures, and practices.
• Specialized practices, equipment and procedures.
• Museum system TMS.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.

Skill in:

• Detail oriented.
• Effective customer service.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Work independently.
• Communicate effectively.

Work Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of hands‑on experience in collection care and documentation.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Routine office environment.
• Sitting or standing in one location much of the time.
• Use of video display terminal.

Desired start date

Position End Date (if temporary)

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date

10/27/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, arthistory, anthropology, or related fields?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three (3) to five (5) years of hands‑on experience in collection care and documentation?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you proficient in the use of the museum system TMS?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3