Registrar I - Full Time

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia provided pay range This range is provided by The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) is located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia and serves patrons of all ages. The museum’s mission is to provide, develop, and partner in the creation of educational resources, services, and opportunities to promote and advance understanding of the history and culture of Black people and African Americans in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Registrar will establish and oversee the registration function at BHMVA, ensuring the proper care, documentation, and accessibility of the museum’s growing collection of more than 5,000 archival records. This role is responsible for cataloging, managing loan agreements, overseeing permissions requests, and coordinating collection digitization efforts in partnership with outside institutions. The Registrar will also manage interns and assist in securing new collection pieces alongside the Director of Curatorial Services. This position requires strong archival and museum services expertise, with specific experience in rare books and collections management.
The Registrar will be responsible for…
Managing all aspects of the museum’s collections, including both digital and non-digital holdings, across headquarters and off-site storage locations.
Cataloging and inventorying collection pieces, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
photo borrowing and reproduction), ensuring adherence to museum policy.
Supporting acquisition of new collection pieces in partnership with the Director of Curatorial Services.
Overseeing conservation practices, with particular attention to rare books and archival materials.
Supporting photography and documentation of collection items.
Developing agreements and partnerships with external institutions as needed to support collection use and access.
Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, library sciences, archival studies, or related field required; 3-5 years of post-graduate experience in museum services, archival research, or collections management (hint: we’re open to recent grads with relevant experience).
Demonstrated experience with rare books collections is required.
Familiarity with conservation practices for archival and rare book materials.
Strong organizational and cataloging skills, with comfort managing both physical and digital collections.
Experience with museum databases and digitization workflows.
You will receive bonus points for having…
Inclusive Representation & Partnerships: Foster opportunities for diverse voices to be heard and included, ensuring every story is represented and every community has a seat at the table.
In-House Programming & Community Engagement: Establish a robust presence through dynamic in-house programming, active participation in steering committees, and serving as connectors within the community.
Strategic Collaborations & Partnerships: Cultivate premier collaborations, exclusive partnerships, and influential committees that elevate our mission and broaden our impact.
Utilize creative and innovative methods to uncover and share undertold stories. Amplify our collections through social media campaigns and curate continuous, themed local exhibitions to educate and inspire.
Community-Driven Programs: Develop and implement programs that resonate with and are driven by the Virginia community, ensuring relevance and engagement.
Active Community Involvement: Encourage and sustain continuous community involvement, inviting everyone to contribute to and benefit from our initiatives.
Focus on retaining members, increasing subscriptions, and optimizing rental opportunities to ensure our sustainability and direct impact on the community.
PTO policy, with additional time off for educational pursuits
Healthcare stipends for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Relocation package
Sandbox and BHMVA are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and just workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with 100% of the qualifications listed, we encourage you to still apply. Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Art/Creative, Education, and Project Management
Medical insurance
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