[Nhcoll-l] JOB POSTING: Collection Manager of Geology at the California Academy of Sciences

[Laura Eklund]

Collection Manager, Geology
<https://californiaacademyofsciences.applytojob.com/apply/7OsPkPgt7T/Collection-Manager-Geology>
California
Academy of Sciences

About the Opportunity
The Geological Collections of the California Academy of Sciences contain
over 8 million specimens, is global in scope, and includes one of the best
collections of Pacific Basin invertebrates of the Mesozoic and Cenozoic
ages, and significant fossil fish, foraminifera and plants from California
and the western U.S. The mineral collection includes a meteorite and
globally diverse mineral and gemstone collection, of approximately 50,000
specimens. The diatom collection, the world’s third largest, comprises both
Recent and fossil material. The collections are actively growing and are
used by researchers, students, and members of the public from around the
world. The collections staff processes scores of loan requests each year,
as well as hosts dozens of visitors.

Organizational Culture:
Join a team dedicated to the Academy’s mission, vision and values!
<https://www.calacademy.org/vision-values> Currently, the Academy has a new
strategic plan <https://www.calacademy.org/our-strategic-plan>including
three initiatives – Hope for Reefs, Thriving California, and Islands 2030 –
that leverage biodiversity science, environmental learning, and
collaborative engagement to regenerate fragile ecosystems around the world.
Learn more at https://www.calacademy.org/about-us/major-initiatives.

We hope you are inspired by what we do and are excited to contribute to our
mission. The mission of the California Academy of Sciences is to regenerate
the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration. The Academy
is looking for candidates who do great work, and we know they may come from
a number of different backgrounds and experiences. We encourage you to
apply even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications
for the position.

This position is based in San Francisco, California. Staff are currently
expected to work from the Academy offices at least 2-3 times per week,
which may fluctuate based on business needs. Please do not apply if you are
not able to work onsite. Candidates are required to have up-to-date
COVID-19 vaccination, including receiving a booster shot, as a condition of
employment, absent qualifying exemptions in accordance with applicable
laws. Individuals receiving a conditional offer of employment from the
California Academy of Sciences will be provided the full text of the
vaccination policy.

About the Department
The Geology Section of the Department of Invertebrate Zoology & Geology
comprises the Curator of Geology and Paleontology, the Geology Collections
Manager, several Curatorial Assistants, post-doctoral researchers, graduate
students, and volunteers, including undergraduate interns. There is also
close interaction with other curators within the department, as well as the
Collections Manager of Invertebrate Zoology.

Key Responsibilities
The Geology Collections Manager (GCM) reports to the Director of
Collections in the Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability
(IBSS), works closely with the Invertebrate Zoology and Geology (IZ&G)
Department curators, and supervises Geology collections staff, student
interns and volunteers. The GCM is responsible for the maintenance and
organization of the Academy's paleontological, mineral and diatom
collections, and works with the Geology Curator(s) to develop and implement
a strategic vision for the collections’ advancement and growth. This
involves oversight and documentation of all collection-related procedures,
such as accessioning, deaccessioning, filing, labeling, handling of loans,
exchanges and gifts, cataloging, identification, and preparation of
specimens. A significant component of the GCM’s responsibilities includes
continued innovation and progress of the collections digital infrastructure
and enhancement and expansion.The GCM is also expected to help seek funding
to support the collections, make the collections more accessible to
scientific and public audiences, and participate in public engagement
activities. Opportunities for continued professional development include
participation in activities of the broader geosciences and natural history
collections communities.

Qualifications
A qualified candidate will have a combination of the following experience
and/or equivalent education:

   - Master's degree or demonstrated equivalent experience in the
   geosciences required
   - Four (4) years of experience in collections curation or closely
   related work
   - Two (2) years of experience supervising staff and volunteers
   - Two (2) years of experience managing budgets

*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*

   - Comprehensive and current knowledge of curatorial procedures,
   regulations, taxonomy, databases and literature relevant to the Academy's
   geology collections
   - Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with diverse internal
   and external partners such as Academy staff, volunteers, members of the
   public, donors and Trustees
   - Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member
   - Strong interpersonal, communications (written and verbal), and
   computer skills
   - Ability to help with field work and acquiring collections, as
   appropriate

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

   - Maintain and organize department collections, including ancillary
   collections and metadata (e.g., photographs, field notes, teaching &
   library materials), and develop and maintain digital infrastructure and
   documentation systems for the Geology collections, including computer
   database record-keeping. Manage lab spaces and equipment in which
   collections-related work is conducted.
   - Stay current in modern techniques in systematic paleontology, database
   management, geological collections maintenance, and fieldwork, and relevant
   health and safety protocols.
   - Supervise and train curatorial assistants, technicians, student
   interns and volunteers.
   - Train and provide collections-use oversight for Academy students,
   postdoctoral researchers and non-Curator Academy researchers.
   - Collaborate with the Director of Collections, IZ&G Curators, and the
   Chief of IBSS to develop a long-term strategy for collections use and
   stewardship, including the Academy's strategic plan for digital assets
   management.
   - Work with the Director of Collections to establish and manage the IZ&G
   collections budget, and with the Curator of Geology for purchase and
   maintenance of equipment and supplies.
   - Participate in public engagement activities as appropriate.
   - Maintain, update, and where necessary create, geology collection
   policy and protocol documents.
   - Serve on Academy committees as requested and appropriate.
   - With advance approval of the Director of Collections and relevant
   Curator(s), may participate in field expeditions aimed at generating
   relevant collections for the Academy.
   - Assist visiting scientists, other visitors, and the general public
   with inquiries and arrange and/or lead tours of the geology collections.
   - Assist other Academy programs in Education, Exhibits, and Development
   as appropriate.
   - Assist with the preparation of grant proposals and grant reports
   related to the Geology collections, and collect and maintain pertinent
   records for grants and IBSS and Academy reports.
   - Other duties as assigned.

Physical Environment: To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform essential job functions. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit,
walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Must be able to lift 50
lbs. Must be able to perform repetitive motions 50% of the time.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring range: $78,381-$83,000

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Starting salary will vary based on experience and relevant skills/knowledge
set.

The Academy offers a total compensation package that emphasizes both base
salary and comprehensive benefits
<https://www.calacademy.org/employee-benefits-and-perks>.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on January 23,
2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply, please visit our website
<https://californiaacademyofsciences.applytojob.com/apply/7OsPkPgt7T/Collection-Manager-Geology>
.

The California Academy of Sciences will give full consideration for
employment to all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner
consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
<https://sfgov.org/olse/fair-chance-ordinance-fco> (SF Police Code, Article
49).

The California Academy of Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is
committed to ensure that all employees and applicants receive equal
consideration and treatment, regardless of race, color, creed, gender
(including gender identity or gender expression), religion, marital or
domestic partner status, age, place of birth, national origin or ancestry,
physical, mental or medical disability, height or weight, sex, sexual
orientation, citizenship, military service status, veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

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*Laura Eklund*Chair of Science Collections
Senior Collection Manager of Anthropology
Institute for Biodiversity Science & Sustainability
California Academy of Sciences
T 1.415.379.5383
leklund at calacademy.org
*she/her*
www.calacademy.org
55 Music Concourse Drive
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, CA 94118
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