Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
8:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU203827
Official TSU Title
Museum Collections Manager
Grant Title
Museum Collections Manager
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
The Museum Collections Manager is responsible for the overall stewardship, management, preservation, documentation, and accessibility of the museum’s collections. The position oversees the acquisition, cataloging, inventory, storage, conservation, movement, and deaccessioning of collection materials in accordance with professional museum standards, institutional policies, and applicable laws and regulations. The Manager develops and implements collections management policies and procedures, maintains accurate collection records and databases, coordinates exhibitions and loans, supervises collections staff and volunteers, and works collaboratively with curators, educators, conservators, researchers, and museum leadership. The position also supports collection research, digitization, risk management, emergency preparedness, and public engagement while ensuring the long-term preservation and responsible use of the museum’s cultural, historical, and artistic resources.
This is a grant funded position.
Essential Duties Summary
- Maintain accurate documentation and records for the permanent collection.
- Research works of art, artists, provenance, and collection history.
- Conduct inventories, location checks, and condition assessments.
- Monitor and organize on-campus and off-site collections storage.
- Identify conservation needs and coordinate with the Museum Registrar, Museum Director, and professional conservators.

