As the University’s largest and most varied academic unit, the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) is comprised of artists, learners, performers, scholars, scientists, and teachers across 21+ departments, programs, schools, and centers and acts as a central hub where many of the University's disciplines intersect. Nearly all 6,000 undergraduates at the University take liberal arts courses with us, and about one-third of these students declare a first major in a CAHSS program. Most of our departments, programs and schools offer master's or doctoral programs. CAHSS scholars, artists, instructors, staff, and students collaborate in a shared quest for knowledge about the human condition and the development of skills to improve our local and global communities. The diverse scope of CAHSS allows our students to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed at nearly any career in today’s global society. 

The University of Denver's School of Art & Art History (SAAH) has offered instruction in Art and Art History since 1880 and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. SAAH offers undergraduate courses in Studio Art and undergraduate and graduate courses in Art History, and contributes to the Common Curriculum courses for the larger University. SAAH currently has 13 full time faculty members, approximately ten adjuncts, and serves an average of one hundred twenty undergraduate majors annually, in addition to approximately 18-20 graduate MA students in Art History. http://www.du.edu/ahss/art/

Position Summary

The University of Denver is seeking a Collections Manager to steward the University Art Collections. The successful applicant for this full-time, benefitted position will manage the off-campus Hampden Art Study Center, train collections staff and student assistants, and administer the collections database. The Collections Manager will oversee the long-term preservation of objects in our care, ensuring they remain in good condition and available to students, faculty, and the community now and in the future.

With more than 8,000 objects representing a wide range of periods, cultures, and mediums, the University Art Collections are a tremendous resource for the University of Denver. Objects from the collections activate spaces, offer opportunities for teaching and learning, and provide engagement for the community on campus and beyond. The art collections are maintained at the Hampden Art Study Center, a professionally managed, off-campus facility open by appointment to students, faculty, scholars, and the wider community.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Curator of Collections to create, implement, and uphold policies and procedures related to collections management (acceptance, care, deaccession, and ethics, among others)
• Work with staff to manage collections projects such as intake processing, surveys, moves, rehousing, conservation/preservation priorities, inventory, etc.
• Oversee collections database and maintain object files.
• Oversee the Hampden Art Study Center facility, including environmental conditions and pest control. Purchase supplies and maintain budget.
• Train and supervise collections staff and graduate assistants.
• Support exhibitions on campus through transportation, condition reporting, and un/packing of art.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of museum collection standards and conservation practices.
• Strong ability to make decisions, be self-directed and work independently, and show motivation.
• High level of proficiency with collections management databases and data strategies.
• Strong storage organization skills and experience with rehousing/survey/inventory projects.
• Effective communication and cooperation with other staff.
• Ability to direct collections management tasks and provide training and supervision for staff.
• Strong computer skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Library Science (or related fields) and at least one year of practical museum experience OR 5+ years of experience in collections management.
• Experience working with a range of collection types including artifacts, photographs, and archival materials
• Experience with collections management databases, metadata standards, and cataloging standards common to museums and archives
• Valid Driver’s License required, with a clean driving record, and the ability to drive a university vehicle to off-campus locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Library Science (or related fields) with a minimum of 1 year of practical museum experience
• 3+ years of relevant practical experience with art handling, storage.
• Experience with large collections or high volumes of activity at a small-to-medium institution (or comparable experience).
• Knowledge of PastPerfect database software.

Working Environment

• Standard open office environment
• Noise level is quiet to moderate

Physical Activities

• Ability to use a computer for an extended period
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus
• Ability to lift and transport objects of up to 40lbs

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) August 25, 2025.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 9.

Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $56,500 - $60,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.