The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.
We have an opportunity for an experienced Collections Specialist to join the Historical Resources department. This position will be responsible for collections management tasks within a two-year IMLS-funded grant project. This role focuses on identifying, locating, organizing, documenting, moving, location-tracking, and re-housing a variety of agriculture and the environment collections located in the Collections Storage Building (CSB). The specialist will document all activities via the museum's collections management system. Under the direction of the Assistant Collections Managers, the specialist works with Historical Resources staff and others to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks. The specialist will work as a member of/or in cooperation with a variety of teams to accomplish tasks that meet both the goals of the grant and the institution's mission and goals.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL SKILLS
Knowledge of collections packing techniques for storage and movement
Ability to carefully lift and move a variety of artifacts
Well organized & good attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Experience with documentation, planning or logistics
Familiarity with work in a warehouse environment
Good oral and written communication skills
Familiarity with industrial, farming, or veterinary collections
Experience with Collections Management Software, EMu or similar programs
Hand skills (crafts or hobbies) a plus
Experience with forklifts and/or driving a truck with trailer a plus
Work environments include warehouses and outdoors in all weather with potential exposure to dirt, dust and mold. Must have the ability to climb ladders, push/pull carts, occasionally lift 50 pounds, as well as work on scissor lifts and raised racks 14' above the ground.
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