Associate Registrar – TMS

  • The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art
  • Apr 08, 2021
Full time Administrative Technology

Job Description

Department

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. Want to learn more about The Ringling?

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The Ringling is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. As such, we are always seeking individuals dedicated to innovation and excellence. A successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive setting. We especially encourage applications by individuals from underrepresented groups, with a demonstrated commitment to a culturally and intellectually diverse workplace.

Should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please email employment@ringling.org or call 941-359-5700 (ext. 1-2605).

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Responsibilities

The Associate Registrar (TMS) will be responsible for the administration of The Museum System (TMS, Gallery Systems) collection management software database.

Daily tasks would include:

  • Performing as TMS system administrator and establishing data standards and procedures in accordance with best practices in collections management related to acquisitions, loans, exhibitions, and media. 
  • Creating and maintaining Crystal Reports files, using SQL, for all TMS modules. Helping to manage other related digital documents (e.g. collection agreements and forms). Producing TMS reports on collections statistics. To ensure consistency in TMS records, reviewing usage of controlled vocabularies, and monitoring data entry and digitization of images and database configurations. 
  • Overseeing the eMuseum Digital Publishing Software. Remaining current of new trends and developments in collection database software. Collaborating with staff (e.g. Curatorial, Archives, Conservation and Education) on projects requiring electronic access to collection information and supervises database projects.
  • Training staff and volunteers in TMS, including conducting in-person sessions, creating tutorial documents, and troubleshooting database issues. Maintaining/updating TMS manuals. Leading quarterly TMS user meetings with representative staff from Archives, Registration, and ITS to review guideline updates in metadata standards.
  • Working with ITS Department on planning for long-term storage, organization, and preservation of digital assets. Participating cross-departmentally in the research, development, and future implementation of a Digital Asset Management System for the organization. Ensuring effective interface with databases to make collections information available to external audiences across various platforms. Planning and implementing online access to the collections records. Overseeing database upgrades, scheduling system testing and preforms database cleanup. Serving as primary contact for TMS vendors. Assisting with the development of budgets for system contracts, upgrades, and database projects.
  • Leading annual collections inventory and responds to collections inquiries. Assisting with rehousing and re-shelving of objects, as well as photographing and numbering objects. Developing registrar files and assists with exhibition installation/de-installation. Assisting with shipping or receiving objects. Participating as a member of the Collections Emergency Preparedness Team.
  • May be required to travel (nationally or internationally) to serve as a Museum courier. Assignments are based on the needs of the Museum. Courier training is required prior to the incumbent serving in this capacity.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Information Science, Art History, Administration, Museum Studies, or a related field and four years of related experience. Note: Higher education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.
  • Knowledge of applicable computer applications related to collections management database software, specifically TMS (The Museum System).
  • Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of collections management.
  • Valid Florida driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Helpful

Please note while these skills are helpful, they are not required for consideration:

  • Master's degree in an appropriate field.
  • Knowledge or experience of Crystal Reports.
  • Knowledge or experience in proper handling objects, inventory, acquisition, and cataloging. 
  • Strong computer skills and understanding of computer system terminology.
  • Ability to work in a fluid environment and experience with project management skills, including multi-tasking.
  • Ability to work successfully interdepartmentally, provide customer service, and vendor relations.

Contact Info

For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org.

University Information

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Anticipated Salary Range

Anticipated salary range will be high $30,000s to low $40,000s based on education, skills, and experience.

Pay Plan

This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.

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Soft Money Funded Position

This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University.

Schedule

The primary working hours for this position are Monday through Friday between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a one hour meal period. The incumbent may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays based on the needs of the Ringling.

Criminal Background Check

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Salary

Anticipated salary range will be high $30,000s to low $40,000s based on education, skills, and experience.

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