Job

Eric and Barbara Carle Foundation (Temporary) Assistant Registrar

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

125 W Bay Rd
Amherst, MA 01002

Deadline

Nov 01, 2025

Posted

Aug 27, 2025

As Eric and Barbara Carle Foundation Assistant Registrar you provide registrarial support to the Collections Manager & Chief Registrar to support the inventory and cataloging of Eric Carle’s art on deposit at The Carle. This temporary position is full time (5 days per week with the potential to be 4 days per week) for a six-month period (with the potential to be extended).

Specifically, you will
Assist Collections Manager & Chief Registrar with cataloguing the collection of Eric Carle’s art on deposit at the Museum.

Assist with tracking Carle Collection art movement and keep locations up-to-date in electronic database, including records of all internal and external object moves as the result of loans, exhibitions, and storage moves.
Work closely with Collections Manager & Chief Registrar and Eric & Barbara Carle Foundation Curator to analyze and resolve discrepancies in object locations and inventories.
Assist Collections Manager & Chief Registrar and Associate Curator with reference inquiries from the Eric and Barbara Carle Foundation.

Requirements

Your background and experience include
The Carle acknowledges that competitive candidates may not meet all the experience requirements 100%. They encourage you to apply if many of these job requirements describe you. The position does not require a background in children’s literature.

Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One to three years of related experience in museum collections management department preferred.
Museum and conservation standards, art handling, packing, and transport.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively.
Excellent communication skills.
Cultural competency to collaborate and coordinate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Microsoft Office computer literate, experience with database management.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, see the normal range of color vision, and/or stand, and/or walk extended periods of time.

Application Instructions

This temporary grant funded six month position is full-time, non-exempt, with the potential to be extended.
The hourly salary range for this position is $23 to $25, based on experience.
Benefits include: accrued sick time off, discount to Museum shop and programs, plus free admission to many cultural institutions throughout New England.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. To apply, visit the website https://carlemuseum.org/about/work-volunteer/job-listings/eric-and-barbara-carle-foundation-temporary-assistant-registrar