Jobs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Working closely with the Collections Registrar and Assistant Collections Registrar, the post-holder will:

Implement the existing methodology for review and rationalisation in line with NTS Collections Development Policy and sector best practice

Complete assessments and categorisations of support collections across several Trust sites

Complete a prioritised programme of provenance research, liaising with NTS legal team and external subject specialist experts where appropriate

Complete a process of significance assessment, guiding the input of curatorial colleagues and internal and external stakeholders as needed

Facilitate a planned programme of pest treatments before arranging for disposal, de-accessioning, or return to Trust properties

Other duties which may arise, ensuring that any work produced under the umbrella of the Conservation & Policy Directorate is outcome led, focused on delivery, and supports the needs of properties and aligns to NTS Sustainable practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications

Essential

A full UK driving licence, current for driving within the United Kingdom, own car, and willingness to travel across Scotland

Desirable

Experience

Essential

Strong working knowledge of current best practice in museum collections management and documentation

Experience of, and a sound grasp of, the standards and requirements of the UK Museum Accreditation Standard and the Museums Association Code of Ethics

Strong IT skills with proven experience in the use of museum collections management systems

Excellent attention to detail and a track record of collections research and problem solving

Thorough working knowledge of ethical, legal, insurance and indemnity issues regarding collections and collections rationalisation

Experience and confidence in the appropriate techniques for the handling and packing of museum collections, including an awareness of potential hazards in collections and the appropriate health and safety standards

Excellent liaison and negotiation skills and ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing

A strong team player, with the ability to get on with, and collaborate with, a wide range of people and to manage sensitive communication with a variety of stakeholders

Application Deadline: Sunday 09/03/2025