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EMPLOYMENT
Woodmere Art Museum offers a unique museum experience that centers on the art and artists of Philadelphia. The Museum’s exhibitions explore the achievements and social ideas of Philadelphia’s artists in the broader context of American art. The Museum has a robust roster of events which includes approximately eight exhibitions annually and program events on evenings and weekends.  Woodmere is currently in the midst of unprecedented institutional growth. The Museum acquired a neighboring estate, now named Frances M. Maguire Hall for Art and Education at Woodmere Art Museum, which will be transformed into galleries for the museum’s collection and a drop-in children’s educational center. We will be looking for qualified candidates to join our team. Please check back frequently for new opportunities.
 
ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
Job Type: Full-time
 
Woodmere Art Museum seeks an Assistant Registrar to perform the day-to-day tasks required for collections management, exhibition logistics, and special projects as needed for the Museum's Curatorial Department. The Assistant Registrar reports to the Registrar and assists the Deputy Director of Exhibitions.  
 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 
Collections Management:
  • Perform collections management tasks for current and new acquisitions – object cataloging, condition reports, inventories, and deaccessioning.
  • Responsible for collections management data system entries and reporting for accessions, object record updates, and deaccessions.
  • Assist the Registrar & Deputy Director of Exhibitions with Curatorial Department projects.
  • Coordinate photography and upload images to the Museum’s digital asset management platform for the permanent collection and incoming loans. 
  • Assist in preparing artwork for outgoing loans including condition reports and packing as needed.
  • Participate in the organization of onsite collection storage.
  •   Other duties as assigned.
Exhibitions:
  • Assist the Registrar with new exhibitions – coordinate logistics of incoming loans with lenders, arrange transportation, prepare loan agreements, verify insurance paperwork, coordinate catalog images, complete condition reports.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  1. Bachelor’s degree in art history, museum studies, or related field.
  2. Minimum of 4 years of collections management experience.
  3. Knowledge of ethics and professional practices governing museum registration, proper art handling techniques, basic preventative conservation methods, fine art packing and shipping standards, and experience with condition reporting required.
  4. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collections management systems.
  6. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Woodmere Art Museum values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, and any other status protected by law.

Cover letter and resume or CV should be emailed to careers@woodmereartmuseum.org.
 
 
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are an essential part of every department at Woodmere. They host member events and concerts, participate in children’s programs, and provide administrative support to staff—and that’s just a sampling of the services they provide. We offer flexible scheduling, complimentary admission to Museum events, Museum Store discounts, and a lively work environment.
E-mail your completed application to education@woodmereartmuseum.org.
 
DOCENT TRAINING PROGRAM
Do you love to browse the halls of museums for hidden treasures? Are you fascinated by the lives of artists and their creative journey? Do you have the desire to learn and share your knowledge with others?
 
If you answered YES to these questions, please consider applying to become a Docent at the Woodmere Art Museum. Woodmere’s mission is to inspire creativity, learning, and self-expression through experiences with the art and artists of Philadelphia and the region.
 
Docents play an invaluable role in Woodmere Art Museum. They welcome and engage adult and children to the Museum’s exhibitions and inspire meaningful experiences and discussions about art.
 
Candidates from all backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
 
 Qualifications:
- A strong interest and passion for the arts
- A desire to learn
- Availability to give tours a few times/month
- Previous volunteer or job experience interacting with people
- Interest in presenting leading discussions in response to artworks 
- Enthusiasm, maturity, curiosity, dedication, initiative and reliability
 
Benefits:
- Private, preparatory walkthroughs of exhibitions, free attendance to lectures
  and music events
- Complimentary catalogues 
- Special discounts at the Museum’s Store
- Art history and aesthetics training
- Invitations to special events
- Educational trips to see collections and museums off-site
- Camaraderie and new friendships
 
Training and Requirements
There is a 10 month training process. Generally, there are no meetings in July and August though docents-in-training are welcome to observe tours. Meetings take place in-person and/or through Zoom every other Tuesday afternoon.
 
Training includes activities that promote visual literacy and critical thinking skills, an understanding of the formal elements and principles of art, and the history of Woodmere Art Museum and its collection. Trainees observe school and adult tours and programs and prepare several presentations throughout the training process. The presentations are assessed by the education team who provide constructive suggestions and ongoing support.
 
After completion of training, all docents must be prepared to attend ongoing training sessions, meeting approximately once a month or more as needed. In addition, docents are asked to contribute 40 cumulative tour hours a year.
 
To Apply:
Contact the Education Department at 215-247-0476 or email: education@woodmereartmuseum.org.

Nondiscrimination Policy
Woodmere is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Woodmere shall not, in any manner, discriminate regardless of race, color, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, matriculation, or veteran status and any other status protected by law. Woodmere adheres to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and applicable federal laws.