Job Details

Job Title: Registrar
Department: Collections
Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Supervisor: Head of Collections

Job Summary:
Under the general direction of the Head of Collections, the Registrar is responsible for the preservation, documentation, and care of the Honolulu Museum of Art's permanent collection as well as the execution of temporary exhibitions and loans. Working with the Head of Collections, the Registrar oversees the Collections Office and implements policies to govern collections care, the acquisition and deaccession of artwork, rights and reproductions requests, and loans.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in museum studies, library science, art history, or related field and at least five years of comprehensive related experience.
• Demonstrated experience of proper museum standards and best practices in the care of art collections.
• Demonstrated understanding of preservation needs for various media such as works on paper, paintings, metal, organic materials, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population of service users.
• Working knowledge of and competency in use of museum collection management software (TMS) and Microsoft office suite (word, excel, power point).
• Experience and advanced knowledge of copyright laws and regulations related to the reproduction of artwork.
• Ability to be flexible and responsive to an evolving work environment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, passport, and the ability to pass a Security Threat Assessment as issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, perspective, and a strong work ethic supported by commitment and follow-through.
• Ability to build, lead, and develop a driven, diverse team of employees and volunteers.

Compensation
The Honolulu Museum of Art is committed to practicing salary transparency. The minimum salary for this position is $70,000 per year and the maximum salary is $75,000 per year. This opportunity includes a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee
• 12 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation accrual in 1st year, increasing to 20 days in 2nd year
• 15 days of annual sick leave
• Group retirement plans with employer matching after 2nd year
• Shop, Museum Café, and Art School discounts
• Onsite parking provided

Working Conditions and Atmosphere:
Works between an office and vault/gallery environment. General office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm with flexible scheduling as needed. Ability to operate general office equipment including computer, copier, printers, fax machine, etc. Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, up to 40 lbs of sensitive and highly delicate materials. Ability to visually assess artwork as necessary. Ability to work some evening and weekend hours.
The employee must be able to fulfil all Essential Duties with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusivity:
HoMA welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life, and this is reflected in our diverse community of employees. We encourage applications from candidates across a wide variety of backgrounds, including, but not limited to, people of all races and ethnicities, people with disabilities, women, veterans, and all members of the LGBTQ community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
HoMA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. HoMA recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions and benefit programs without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, including pregnancy and gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, reproductive health decisions, marital status, arrest and court record, citizenship, credit history, military and veteran service, victim of domestic violence or sexual abuse victim status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Contact Information

Contact: Sharon Stillman, Honolulu Museum of Art
Email: ...@honolulumuseum.org
Phone: (808) ###-####