The Mitchell Wolfson, Jr. Study Centre is seeking a highly skilled professional
Collection Manager who will be responsible for the management of the collection
and study center. The successful candidate will work directly with the Collector
and manage all aspects of acquisitions including coordinating with vendors, facilitating
shipping, and cataloging collection materials. The Collection Manager will
manage the care, display and proper recording of art collection and manage database
for cataloging of materials. The successful candidate will be flexible, have excellent
communication skills and work well without direct supervision. The position
requires a person who has interest in developing and supporting access for the collection
and has interest in curatorial issues. The Collection Manager will work well in
a team atmosphere and support the development of an educational component. The Collection
Manager will work closely with the staff of The Wolfsonian-FIU on issues pertinent
to Mr. Wolfson’s collection.
The qualified candidate will have knowledge of conservation and preservation techniques
and/or procedures for museum collections, skill in organizing resources and establishing
priorities. The ability to develop, plan and implement short and long-range goals
is critical as is the ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart information.
A bachelor’s degree with 1 to 3 years of experience directly related to the
duties and responsibilities specified is required. Excellent computer skills are
preferred and knowledge of foreign languages a plus. Excellent compensation package:
salary starting at $32,000 plus benefits. For a full job description, call 305-577-5578.
To apply, email resume to by May 1, 2007.