[Nhcoll-l] Zoology Collections Manager Position in Denver

[Melissa Bechhoefer]

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science seeks a Zoology Collections Manager within the Integrative Collections Branch.  This position supports the collections and research of the Zoology Branch as it focuses on providing a better understanding of the planet's biodiversity. For more information and to apply see: https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DMNS&cws=38&rid=1717

The Zoology Collections currently hold approximately 1.3 million specimens in nine sub-collections in both vertebrate and invertebrate zoology. Major taxonomic groups include arachnids, insects, birds, marine invertebrates, parasites, and mammals; collections consist of study skins, skeletal material, taxidermy, wet specimens, pinned insects, a large frozen tissue collection, and other zoological preparations that support a diverse array of internal and external research in evolutionary biology, ecology, conservation biology, genetics-genomics-museomics, and other disciplines. This position supports efforts to preserve and protect the collections on a long-term basis, promote awareness of and access to the collections, manage and expand collections, increase scientific output based on the collections, and to help inspire diverse communities' understanding of, and involvement in, the natural world.

Additional information about the DMNS Zoology collections can be found here: https://www.dmns.org/science/zoology/zoology-collections/



Essential duties:
·     Oversees collections department and ensures professional collections management for all zoology collections, including:
o  knowledge and application of preventive conservation measures.
o  laws and regulations pertaining to vertebrate and invertebrate specimen collection and care.
o  Facilitating accessions, deaccessions, loans, documentation, registration, and preparation of collections.
o  Organization and systematic storage of specimens and associated data for ease of access and long-term preservation.
o  Implementation of IPM, housekeeping, and other essential collections programs.
·     Works closely with zoology curators and other collections staff to develop and implement collections plans and priorities
·     Promotes and facilitates internal and external access to and use of collections for purposes of research, education, loan, and exhibit.
·     Provides administration of and expertise on collections databases and reports, ensuring timely and accurate information.
·     Supervises professional staff including two assistant collections managers, grant-funded staff, interns, students, and volunteers.
·     Stays abreast of advances in zoology collections management, trends, issues, and digitization.



Minimum qualifications/Requirements:
·     Master's Degree in Museum Studies, Zoology, Biology, or a closely related field required. Zoology collections management experience can be substituted for education.
·     5 years' experience managing museum zoology collections required.
·     5 years' experience with relational collections databases required.
·     3 years' experience supervising staff and/or volunteers required.
·     Knowledge of zoological classification required.
·     Experience with state, federal, and international regulations (CITES, Nagoya, etc.) related to collection activities such as permitting, accessions/deaccessions, shipping, and curation standards required.
·     The Museum loves science.  As a science institution, the Museum believes in the science behind vaccines. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. If you wish to apply for an exemption, please contact Human Resources<mailto:humanresources at dmns.org> for the necessary forms. You will be notified of the decision regarding your requested exemption.



Ideal candidate will have:
·     Experience/education in invertebrate and vertebrate zoology.
·     Experience with and ability to work with diverse communities, including engaging a diverse public through science communication.
·     Experience creating and implementing digitization plans.
·     Advanced collections management database experience with ARCTOS and Symbiota, including report writing, barcoding, importing and exporting data to aggregators (e.g., GBIF, SCAN, etc.).
·     Experience with vertebrate and invertebrate specimen preparation.
·     Experience managing numerous projects at once, including ability to create and implement both short- and long-term plans.
·     Experience managing large grant projects, and familiarity with Federal funding sources and requirements.
·     Proven record of being a highly motivated, proactive team player.




Melissa Bechhoefer
Director of Integrative Collections
she/her/hers



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