Art Collection Assistant - Part-time, No Benefits

Indiana State University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Terre Haute, INDIANA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference. 
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Title Art Collection Assistant - Part-time, No Benefits
Department Library Services
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Notice of Vacancy Number 25-00273
Desired Start Date 10/24/2025
Open Date 10/21/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Category Part-time/No Benefits
Job Type Staff - Part-Time
Pay Grade 999
Hourly Rate or Salary Range
Benefits Associated with this Position
No Benefits
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Permanent Art Collection (PAC) Assistant will be responsible for the maintenance and display of the artwork around campus. They will install and deinstall artwork in campus buildings and the public artwork on campus grounds. They will use professional art handling procedures to move, inventory, audit, conserve, clean, exhibit, frame, document, and other actives involving artwork and artwork storage areas. They will help to maintain inventory, condition, and loan reports. They will assist various campus employees, researchers, and vendors access the art collection while maintaining its safety and security, ensuring its accessibility into the future. They will perform these duties in assistance to the Curator and be solely responsible in their performance in the curator’s absence. They will also perform other departmental duties as required.
Specific Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this position will be assisting with the installing and deinstalling of artwork in campus buildings and the public artwork on campus grounds. They will need to use professional art handling procedures to move, inventory, audit, conserve, clean, exhibit, document and all other activities involving artwork and artwork storage areas. They will assist the Permanent Art Collection Curator in all other duties.
Required Relevant Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Extensive knowledge of art and art history. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Willingness to work at heights of 8 feet or more. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products. Experience working in database environments and excellent communication skills.
Required Field(s) of Study
NA
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Associate or Bachelor degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or similar curriculum, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Light carpentry or construction experience. Adobe pdf and imaging product experience.
Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications, Work effectively with a diverse community
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Position Reappointment Required No

Job Duties


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain and update inventory of art material in the Permanent Art Collection
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Manage Campus Artwork Loan program, other installs/de-installs around campus
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Work with Researchers, Vendors, and Venues off campus interested in Permanent Art Collection materials
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Maintain the paper and digital provenance and cataloging records of the PAC
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Clean and frame artwork
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Imaqe artwork
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Research and interpretation of art materials.
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Performs other duties as assigned

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