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<h1><span style="font-size:18.5pt">Collections Project Manager, Temporary<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><i><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Note for Current UM Employees</span></i><span style="font-size:13.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p style="margin-bottom:8.25pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#E74C3C">Current employees must apply internally via connectU ></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="http://connectu.olemiss.edu/">connectu.olemiss.edu</a></span></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Definition of Class<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p>The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Mississippi seeks a collections project manager for its ethnographic and archaeological materials. This position will direct an ongoing effort to curate objects and associated records obtained
during more than a century of research under a National Park Service Save America’s Treasures grant in collaboration with anthropology faculty. Duties include day-to-day work on the grant; research, study, and preservation of objects and artifacts; management
of the security and stability of the collections; and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.<o:p></o:p></p>
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This is a temporary appointment that may be extended for up to 2 years, at the discretion of the department.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>This position assists the Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager with all aspects of the care and exhibition of objects in the department. The incumbent assists in gallery and storage maintenance, respond to inquiries and class support, provides supervision
and training to student workers, and manages daily operations in the absence of the Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Examples of Work Performed<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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Assists with symposiums, conservation, digitization, and other program activities as requested by the collections manager and director.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Assists with scheduling and hosting visitors conducting research and object study.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Participates in training volunteers and interns working on collections management and curatorial projects. Provides tours and museum studies class visits as needed. Updates database to correspond to condition reports, conservation work, and current object locations.
Assists the collections manager with collections-related correspondence.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Maintains collections care such as preventive conservation, proper storage techniques, conducting inventories, and monitoring environmental conditions.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Informs collections manager of any concerns related to the general maintenance and care of collections.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Assists with processing incoming and outgoing loans, temporary custodies, and acquisitions.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Provides assistance with packing, shipping, and rehousing collections objects.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Supports exhibit installation as needed and performs multiple roles as installer, coordinator, and registrar.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Works with staff in achieving administrative goals and objectives such as fundraising and events.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Assists with monitoring the HVAC system and other environmental controls to ensure storage conditions are adequate for collections and gallery display.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Provides support in implementing integrated pest management procedures including collections and gallery housekeeping schedule.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Essential Functions<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p>The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.<o:p></o:p></p>
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Provides assistance with ongoing projects that support the curatorial mission of the department.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Assists with managing access to the collections both for research and community use.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Conducts ongoing collections and exhibitions projects with limited supervision as assigned by Curator of Exhibitions & Collections Manager.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Manages daily operations in the absence of the Curator of Exhibitions and Collections Manager.<o:p></o:p></li></ol>
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<p>Education:<br>
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Art/ Art History, History, Anthropology or a related field.<o:p></o:p></p>
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AND<o:p></o:p></p>
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Experience:<br>
Two (2) years of experience related to the above described.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>Substitution Statement:<br>
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>Preferred qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MS, or PhD) and/or Museum Studies Certificate and experience with NAGPRA requirements.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Salary/Wage Information<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p class="MsoNormal">To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges,
<a href="http://hr.olemiss.edu/compensation/job-descriptions/">click here</a> to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience,
and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">EEO Statement<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative
action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, or genetic information.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:8.25pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment.
Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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Carolyn Freiwald<br>
Associate Professor of Anthropology<br>
University of Mississippi<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:CRFREIWA@OLEMISS.EDU">CRFREIWA@OLEMISS.EDU</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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