Collections Specialist

This individual will be responsible for the care and preservation of the historical artifact collections in the possession of Delaware State Parks. The documentation of these items should include photographs, a written description, measurements, acquisition & provenance information if available, condition assessment, physical location, and the assignment of a unique ID number.  In addition, this person will evaluate the collections storage areas and develop a plan for their improvement to include environmental condition monitoring, integrated pest management, fire protection, and disaster planning/preparedness.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Develop & maintain working relationships with other internal and external collections partners to ensure objectives set forth in the Division Collections Policy are maintained and that Collections Policies are followed
• Conduct research utilizing on-line tools and printed materials, maps, pictures, field surveys, and oral histories.
• Organize data in preparation of technical reports, historic evaluations and historic documentation, including file management, scanning and copying.
• Recommend and implement a plan to complete inventory entry of extant Division collection into Past Perfect museum database.
• Photographic documentation, including processing and formatting digital files.
• Assist with development of park history content for Division website.
• Deliver cultural heritage programs to participants of all ages in a variety of contexts.
• Train & supervise volunteers, interns, and seasonal employees to accomplish various facets of this project such as database entry, preservation/conservation procedures, housekeeping, and building/storage area maintenance.
• This position is statewide and may travel to different Park sites each day.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good written and verbal communication skills.
• Other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Collections Specialist
Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of an Associates degree or higher in Museum studies History, American Studies or a closely related subject.
2. Two years of experience with museum or archival collections and collections management software (i.e. - Past Perfect).
3. Six months experience in using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
4. Six months experience of cultural, historical resources or parks and recreation.
5. Six months experience of public speaking or interpretation.
6. Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before 6/20/2021 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.