Public Art Collection Registrar

You will be most successful in this position if:

• You have experience as a collection registrar and are able to provide administrative oversight and research for a civic art collection which includes maintaining collection records and asset tracking.
• You understand and will contribute to the development and implementation of long-term Public Art Collection policies and procedures in collaboration with the 4Culture Public Art Collection Manager and Public Art Program Director.   
• You have knowledge of best practices for the handling, storage, and transportation of art for a public setting.

Additionally, you will be prepared to take on this role if you have following experience, abilities, commitments, and skills:

Committed to:

• Following best practices and policies in public art
• Advancing racial equity and social justice in how you conduct your work
• Building trust, credibility, and collaborative relationships with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds, including artists, 4Culture staff, King County staff and the public
• Supporting the cultural sector of King County and all its districts

Experienced with:

• Civic art collections in a variety of locations and contexts (indoor, outdoor, permanent, portable and temporary)
• Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams; collection management system such as Artwork Archive

Skilled in:

• Problem solving, analysis and the ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously (both short and long term)
• Effective communication and the ability to present to internal and external audiences
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Have the ability to:

• Balance working independently and collaboratively with 4Culture staff, County employees, members of the media and general public
• Climb ladders, work at heights over eight (8) feet, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, crawl, or lift and move objects up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a variety of locations across a civic public art program

Supervisory responsibilities:

• Assist the Collection Manger with vendor relationships including contracts for art handling, appraisal, conservation projects, loan and maintenance agreements.
• Lead the annual King County Public Art Collection survey in collaboration with the Public Art Collection Manager
• May share knowledge with the 4Culture Public Art Program Support Specialist and engage their assistance in projects as needed

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain collection records and track King County art assets in both digital and hard copy files; coordinate with King County Asset and Risk Management
• Respond to requests for information regarding the King County Public Art Collection from King County employees, press, public and other arts agencies
• Manage the close out of projects, production of plaques and wall labels related to the Public Art Collection in consult with the Public Art Collection Manger and Project Managers
• Occasionally required to work in person on sites throughout King County, be able to drive and should have a valid WA State Driver’s License (4Culture collections van available for collections work use)
• Make recommendations about the deaccession of artwork from the collection according to 4Culture Public Art policy in consultation with the Public Art Collection Manager, Public Art Program Director and Public Art Advisory Committee

4Culture leadership has the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time to ensure the success of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates that can demonstrate they have the skills listed above through a combination of their work, education, and life experience as demonstrated in their resume, and cover letter.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in registration or collections management in a museum, gallery or public art setting
• Experience/proficiency in Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams; collection management system such as Artwork Archive

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in Museum Studies, Art History, Public Art or a related field.
• Knowledge of best practices for art handling, storage, and transportation in a public setting.
• Ability to learn Adobe Creative Suite such as Photoshop and InDesign

Work Environment

• Position works a 37.5 hour work week, Monday-Friday.
• This position will primarily be onsite 4Culture at 101 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA. Seattle. This position is hybrid (3 days in the office/2 days remote).
• Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours are required.
• Alternative work arrangements may be considered and will be based on operational needs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The perks of working at 4Culture include:

• A 37.5 work week, flex schedule
• 12 paid vacation days annually, with additional paid vacation accrual after 5 years of service
• 12 days of paid Holiday (including Juneteenth and Indigenous Peoples’ Day)
• Orca transit card
• Attractive comprehensive health insurance package consisting of medical, dental, vision, and basic life and long-term disability insurance for employees.