University of California - Santa Barbara
Archaeological Collections Manager
University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Job Details
Job ID:
79721
Location:
UCSB Campus
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Salary/Pay Range:
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $73,043.94 to $79,059.62/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $73,043.94 to $117,539.30/year.
Work Location:
HSSB 2065
Working Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Benefits Eligibility:
Full Benefits
Overview The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) is a Federal law enacted in 1990 to resolve and restore the rights of Native American lineal descendants and tribes to human remains and cultural items. California NAGPRA state law was introduced in 2001 to aid the Federal NAGPRA and further the process of repatriation to California Native American Tribes. UC campuses hold Native American human remains and cultural items subject to NAGPRA. UC Santa Barbara is working with affiliated Tribes to return claimed human remains and cultural items. UC Santa Barbara is committed to repatriating in a timely and respectful manner.
Brief Summary of Job Duties Under general supervision, the Collections Manager works closely with the Repatriation Coordinator to develop a strategic plan for the UCSB Repository collections, with an emphasis on curation, collection management, and data base maintenance. This role is key in overseeing the care, organization, and documentation of the collection, ensuring high standards of curation and preservation. Responsible for supervising, evaluating, and assessing the overall quality of the curation of the Repository collections. Assists in consultation with Tribes. Works with repatriation team to achieve repatriation goals in a timely manner. Completes work in accordance with best museum ethics and practices. Accepts projects from the Repatriation Coordinator as prioritized with project balance. Discuss project goals and resource allocation with supervisor regularly. With expertise in museum curation, the Collections Manager uses advanced subject knowledge and curatorial skills to resolve complex issues, recommend conservation strategies, and ensure the collections' integrity. The Collections Manager exercises judgment in selecting methods for obtaining results. Work is performed independently; requires formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Maintains close partnerships with Indigenous community stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Archaeology, Museum Studies, or American Indian/ Indigenous Studies or related field(s)
Master's Degree in Archaeology, Museum Studies, or American Indian/ Indigenous Studies or related field(s)
4-6 years Experience in curatorial work
1-3 years Archaeological field work experience
1-3 years Working knowledge of museum related regulations, especially the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act
1-3 years Skill/experience in museum object handling
Demonstrated experience with museum databases and cataloging
Demonstrated experience with collections management and archiving
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of California material culture. Demonstrated experience working with indigenous communities
Ability to oversee volunteers and staff on selected work assignments, and in the absence of the supervisor to schedule previously determined work assignments to staff and volunteers
Ability to work efficiently and accurately, and to be responsive to an often challenging production environment; ability to work effectively on many projects simultaneously
Ability to set, organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to collaborate with staff, members of the community, and colleagues at every level
Proficient in the use of MS Word and Excel. Ability to manage accession records in digital forms
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly, productively, cooperatively, diplomatically, and respectfully in the professional environment
Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality
Special Conditions of Employment
This is a career position with an expected end date of 2 years from the date of hire
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. UC policies addressing misconduct include UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and Abusive Conduct in the Workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Vaccinations Policy As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Vaccinations Policy. More information: UC policy on Vaccinations.
Application Instructions For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Application Status If you would like to check the status of your application, log into the Candidate Gateway and view your activities.
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79721
Location:
UCSB Campus
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Salary/Pay Range:
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $73,043.94 to $79,059.62/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $73,043.94 to $117,539.30/year.
Work Location:
HSSB 2065
Working Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Benefits Eligibility:
Full Benefits
Overview The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) is a Federal law enacted in 1990 to resolve and restore the rights of Native American lineal descendants and tribes to human remains and cultural items. California NAGPRA state law was introduced in 2001 to aid the Federal NAGPRA and further the process of repatriation to California Native American Tribes. UC campuses hold Native American human remains and cultural items subject to NAGPRA. UC Santa Barbara is working with affiliated Tribes to return claimed human remains and cultural items. UC Santa Barbara is committed to repatriating in a timely and respectful manner.
Brief Summary of Job Duties Under general supervision, the Collections Manager works closely with the Repatriation Coordinator to develop a strategic plan for the UCSB Repository collections, with an emphasis on curation, collection management, and data base maintenance. This role is key in overseeing the care, organization, and documentation of the collection, ensuring high standards of curation and preservation. Responsible for supervising, evaluating, and assessing the overall quality of the curation of the Repository collections. Assists in consultation with Tribes. Works with repatriation team to achieve repatriation goals in a timely manner. Completes work in accordance with best museum ethics and practices. Accepts projects from the Repatriation Coordinator as prioritized with project balance. Discuss project goals and resource allocation with supervisor regularly. With expertise in museum curation, the Collections Manager uses advanced subject knowledge and curatorial skills to resolve complex issues, recommend conservation strategies, and ensure the collections' integrity. The Collections Manager exercises judgment in selecting methods for obtaining results. Work is performed independently; requires formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Maintains close partnerships with Indigenous community stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Archaeology, Museum Studies, or American Indian/ Indigenous Studies or related field(s)
Master's Degree in Archaeology, Museum Studies, or American Indian/ Indigenous Studies or related field(s)
4-6 years Experience in curatorial work
1-3 years Archaeological field work experience
1-3 years Working knowledge of museum related regulations, especially the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act
1-3 years Skill/experience in museum object handling
Demonstrated experience with museum databases and cataloging
Demonstrated experience with collections management and archiving
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of California material culture. Demonstrated experience working with indigenous communities
Ability to oversee volunteers and staff on selected work assignments, and in the absence of the supervisor to schedule previously determined work assignments to staff and volunteers
Ability to work efficiently and accurately, and to be responsive to an often challenging production environment; ability to work effectively on many projects simultaneously
Ability to set, organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to collaborate with staff, members of the community, and colleagues at every level
Proficient in the use of MS Word and Excel. Ability to manage accession records in digital forms
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly, productively, cooperatively, diplomatically, and respectfully in the professional environment
Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality
Special Conditions of Employment
This is a career position with an expected end date of 2 years from the date of hire
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. UC policies addressing misconduct include UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and Abusive Conduct in the Workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Vaccinations Policy As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Vaccinations Policy. More information: UC policy on Vaccinations.
Application Instructions For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Application Status If you would like to check the status of your application, log into the Candidate Gateway and view your activities.
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