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Angela K Steinmetz <[log in to unmask]>
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Part-Time Position Opening

Title:  Registration Assistant for Data Management

General Summary:

The Registration Assistant assists in managing data for the Museum's collections database, provides related in-house technical support, and manages photographic and digital media related to the collection.

Essential Functions:

60%	Assist in maintaining the text and image components of the museum's collections 
management database.  This includes creating new object records and entering object information. Maintain accurate and current data.

20%	Provide in-house technical support related to the database. Assist as needed in training and troubleshooting for staff users. As appropriate, act as database liaison to the University's IT department and to outside technical consultants and vendors. Assign and monitor database user access rights and perform back-end database maintenance. Assist in technical preparation of database files for export to web interface/eMuseum).

10%	Process database-related photographic materials and digital media, including establishing digital asset standards and procedures.

10%	Assist in other office duties as required

Qualifications:
*	Bachelor's degree required, preferably in art history or closely related subject. 
*	Strong technical computer skills and familiarity with databases required. Experience with The Museum System, Crystal Reports and SQL preferred.
*	Previous experience in a museum registration office preferred.
*	Knowledge of museum standards regarding the care and handling of art preferred.
*	Ability to represent the museum in a professional manner to donors, lenders, professional colleagues, and all university constituencies required.
*	Background check and security assessment required.

Mental Demands:
*	Detail-oriented and sensitive to the necessity of accurate record keeping.
*	Ability to maintain confidentiality.
*	Excellent written, oral, and auditory communication skills.
*	Patience and flexibility.
*	Ability to see projects through to completion and ability to work well both with others and under own direction.
*	Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workflow.

Physical Demands:
*	Ability to type and to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
*	Ability to see, handle, lift, push, pull, and carry objects.
*	Ability to crouch, climb, balance, and stand for long periods of time.

Application Process:
This is a temporary position: 19.5 hour-per-week, non-benefits-eligible, one year duration, with possibility of continuation pending project renewal. Review of applications begins immediately and position open until filled.

To apply for this position, please go to http://jobs.uchicago.edu, create a profile and apply for requisition 082142.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. 

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