LAC - Museum Loan Program Coordinator Specialist bei Library Systems & Services LLC

Description

The Museum Specialist (Loan Program Coordinator) will join the Curatorial Services team in Forestville, MD. The Museum Specialist will provide professional support for the archival and museum loan program, ensuring accurate documentation, artifact care, and collections management consistent with industry standards. This position requires significant expertise in museum collections, technical proficiency with museum software, and strong collaboration skills to support the ongoing development of a federal Museum.

Requirements

• Assist the Curator with loan program execution and maintenance/reconciliation of loan files.
•  Ensure consistent application of industry standards when handling museum unit artifacts and objects.
•  Draft object labels for displays and exhibits presented to internal and external audiences.
•  Conduct and document provenance research for museum objects and prospective accessions.
•  Perform and document routine internal inventory checks and scheduled artifact assessments.
•  Support curatorial staff in managing timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on schedule.
•  Collaborate with museum staff to support events and institutional development goals.
•  Operate standard museum storage equipment, including work assist vehicles, pallet jacks, and sculpture lifts.
•  Lift and transport boxes and artifacts weighing up to 40 pounds.
•  Stay current on developments in museum collections software, care techniques, and professional best practices.
•  Utilize museum collections management software (PastPerfect and/or Proficio) for accurate data entry and tracking.
•  Use Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) to support curatorial operations and reporting.
•  Experience supporting federal museum programs or military heritage collections.
•  Familiarity with heritage asset management in compliance with federal guidelines.
•  Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
•  Experience collaborating with curators and museum stakeholders on exhibitions and outreach initiatives.
•  Knowledge of current trends and best practices in object care, storage, and museum technology.

 Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, push/pull carts, stand and bend for extended periods, handle delicate materials with precision, and work at a computer for long durations 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.