NORTHAMPTON - Collections Information Specialist Job Summary Reporting to the Collections Manager/Registrar, the Collections Information Specialist will perform a variety of registration duties in support of the collections management program at the Smith College Museum of Art. This term-limited position is an excellent opportunity for a recent master\'s-level graduate and will play a key role in a forthcoming database migration from MimsyXG to a new system. This project will involve close collaboration with collections specialists across the Five College Consortium. Additionally, this role will assist in the general management of collections related data. Essential Functions Collections Data Management (45%) Undertake day-to-day object tracking and data entry Participate in the Collections Management and Access Committee which collectively oversees the shared database platform Manage image use requests and rights and reproductions in the database Maintain and update in-house cataloging manual Assist with processing workflows related to acquisitions Database Migration (45%) Prepare, enhance, and clean data in support of database migration Assist with quality control and data clean-up post migration Implement existing data standards and workflows, and participate in the development of new standards and workflows post-migration Other Functions Enter percentage of time spent and category of work (10%) Participating in meetings, joint decision making, and reporting related to the migration project All employees are expected to participate in the College\'s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Minimum Qualifications Degree in Information Studies, Museum Studies, Art or a related field. MLIS preferred. Experience with relational databases Experience with data standards and knowledge of published vocabularies Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with museum collections management systems and/or digital asset management systems Art handling experience Experience working in an art museum setting Skills Computer skills: Google Suite, Word, Excel