Museum Registrar & Collections Coordinator

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nova Southeastern University Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Registrar to manage accession records, condition reporting, packing, shipping, and exhibition coordination. You will oversee loan agreements, conservation planning, and ensure compliance with insurance and provenance documentation.

This exempt role requires a Bachelor's degree in art-related field and at least three years of museum registration experience, with strong attention to detail and ability to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; minimum three years of museum registration experience.
• Proficient knowledge of museum registration standards, conservation and shipping practices.
• Familiarity with insurance, provenance, and loan paperwork standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update records of accession, condition, conservation, and location of museum objects; oversee movement, packing, and shipping per insurance regulations.
• Prepare Collections Committee presentations for new accessions and submit gift paperwork.
• Coordinate transportation with shippers, customs agents, lenders, and galleries for loans and acquisitions.
• Develop packing and shipping methods for fragile or valuable objects.
• Monitor exhibitions safety, including light, temperature, humidity control, pest control, and disaster readiness.

Skills

Active Listening

Speaking

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Judgment and Decision Making

Writing

Complex Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Art History, Studio Art, Museum Studies, Arts Administration, or closely related field

Job description

The Nova Southeastern University Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Registrar to manage accession records, condition reporting, packing, shipping, and exhibition coordination. You will oversee loan agreements, conservation planning, and ensure compliance with insurance and provenance documentation.

This exempt role requires a Bachelor's degree in art-related field and at least three years of museum registration experience, with strong attention to detail and ability to travel