Collections Assistant for Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)

North Carolina State University

$20.00 - $22.00 / hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 23, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195007TM
Position Number	24SS941
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The Division of Academic & Student Affairs ( DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College. NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here ( You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student. The Gregg Museum of Art & Design inspires creativity, innovation, and the expression of ideas by making its collections and activities freely accessible to the university, the community, and the public. The Gregg acquires and preserves a vast collection of art, craft and design relevant to the university, the community, and the state; encourages and facilitates the use of the collection for teaching, learning, research and enjoyment; creates 6-8 thought-provoking exhibitions each year, which are accompanied by educational publications produced by the museum; and facilitates critical and creative thinking, lifelong learning, and a passion for discovery through an extensive series of artist residencies, workshops, symposia, classes, lectures, student programs, and art activation across campus. Primary Purpose of Position: Coordinate the implementation of Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act for the Gregg Museum of Art & Design's collection. This includes: Communicate with tribes for approximately 15 objects identified as potential sacred objects or objects of cultural patrimony. Assist with consultation and repatriation requests Research questions from tribal representatives Facilitate preparation, consultation, etc. Coordinate and complete documentation Identify potential group affiliations for approximately 30 Native American items in the Gregg Museum's collection currently listed as "unknown tribe" Examine museum records Use comparison objects to identify possible affiliation Consult tribal experts to verify affiliation Record affiliation in the museum's documentation and database Consult with tribes on all holdings in the Gregg Museum's collections including approximately 350 objects from over 50 US tribes, regarding directives on storage, treatment, handling, exhibition, access, and research. Use NAGPRA tribal contact list to ensure all proper contacts are made Record information about use for kinds of objects Note directives in museum documentation and database Coordinate with staff to rectify current uses/methods not aligning with directives Conduct additional research on collections items as needed for museum projects including exhibition preparation, inventory, and class inquiries.
Is Time Limited	Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length	8 months

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Gregg Museum of Art & Design

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Professional NonFaculty
Working Title	Collections Assistant for Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Approx. 30 hours per week generally within M-F 9-5; minimum 50% in person.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Minimum Experience/Education	Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and one year of experience that demonstrates possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Minimum 6 months experience working with Indigenous collections or objects (can include internship, fellowship, school project)
Department Required Skills	Understanding of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) Clear, considerate communication Ability to follow NAGPRA guidelines, steps and procedures Adept at research especially with provenance, historic documents, etc. Keen visual acuity and attention to detail Strong writing ability Precise data entry Focus on proper and complete documentation
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Well-versed in Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$20 - $22/hour

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	04/23/2025

Applicant Information

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https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/215239

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