DIGITIZATION PROJECT MANAGER Temporary full-time position, January-June 2006
The Asian Art Museum seeks a skilled individual to manage a grant-funded project to provide public access to the museum’s magnificent collection via the museum’s website. The Digitization Project Manager will coordinate this project and act as a key interface between the software vendor (Gallery Systems) and museum staff members. The project’s goal is to implement eMuseum software (a system that publishes content directly from a database to the web) in connection with the museum’s existing collections management database. Drawing from a sub-set of collection records stored in ARGUS collection management software (approximately 3,500 records in total), information and images of the collection will be made accessible to the public. This project must be completed by June 2006. This incumbent, reporting to the Director of Museum Services, will work independently, with key contacts being the museum’s Registrar and the Director of Information Technology. The incumbent will also interact with staff in the Curatorial, Photography, and Publications departments. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Working with a small team of staff members, develops a project plan that outlines the work tasks necessary to accomplish the project goal within the allotted period of time. Works with staff to establish achievable goals, benchmarks, deliverables, and timelines; develops workflow processes and monitors the progress of the project on a day-to-day basis. Adhering to previously established registration data entry standards and institutional style guidelines, revises and standardizes data in the ARGUS database, so that accurate records are exported to eMuseum. In conjunction with museum’s Information Technology staff, works out technical details associated with the implementation of eMuseum. In cooperation with the Publications staff, designs and develops an effective user interface for searching and displaying collections information. In cooperation with the Photography department staff, works through any issues related to the presentation of digital images. Manages the selection, preparation, verification, and quality control of textual content and visual material to be made available for searching and for web access. Works closely with Gallery Systems during the process of extracting data from the ARGUS system and scripting fields to eMuseum. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Library/Information Studies, Museum Studies, or related field. Experience in collection database management, digital asset management, curatorial, or registration work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Project management experience. Understanding of current digitization standards and practices. Some knowledge of art history, and of Asian art, is preferable. Strong interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills; effective problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work well independently, under pressure, and with conflicting demands; extremely accurate and detail-oriented with strong English language skills. Ability to maintain ongoing effective working relationships with museum staff, vendors, and others; demonstrate good judgment, flexibility, and resourcefulness. COMPENSATION $25/hour (Note: Since this position is temporary, it does not include a benefit package.) APPLICATION PROCEDURE Apply online at www.asianart.org or Send a letter of interest and resume immediately to: HUMAN RESOURCES Asian Art Museum 200 Larkin Street San Francisco, CA 94102 FAX: 415.861.2359��آ��y˫����+.n�+�����������Z���jw ~'�w���_�z�^ɩ�yۓ��칻 �&ޱ��i�Z�G�j)m�W����r�r��]��N6/�b�� �������'�栕��
