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Collections Clerk roles fall squarely within business operations, a field well-represented among OPT-eligible positions. Many employers in financial services, healthcare billing, and accounts receivable actively hire on OPT. Your 12-month standard authorization, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives employers a meaningful runway.
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The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Cataloguer in the Film Department. The Cataloguer will work closely with Film Dept staff, Media Conservation and Digital Content teams to ensure the standards in the creation, editing and accuracy of film and media assets within the collection management system.
Responsibilities:
- Cleans and mines data within the Museum’s collection management system.
- Creation, population and editing of records that relate to digital collection material in consultation with the Media Conservation team.
- Creates and adjusts records and metadata as necessary in alignment with Digital Content and Media Conservation teams to identify titles for MoMA’s streaming platform.
- Catalogue new acquisitions; enters information for Museum archival records, updating records when changes occur.
- Identifies gaps in information, reviewing existing files, updating the Museum’s database as needed and performing necessary follow-up.
- Maintains the policies and procedures for the cataloging of film material in The Museum System (‘TMS’).
- Maintains standards for motion picture cataloging.
- Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree and three years prior experience with film and media collection cataloging or equivalent.
- General knowledge of motion picture film history.
- Knowledge of relational databases, data entry standards, digital media assets and data processing.
- Knowledge of fundamental concepts of digital preservation.
- Good familiarity with digital image, audio, video, and text file formats.
- Knowledge and experience with computing environments (Mac, Windows, Unix/Linux), working in the command line and with command line tools, such as Mediainfo, Exiftool, etc.
- Familiarity with The Museum System (‘TMS’) and/or other databases tailored for the cataloguing of moving image material.
- Highly motivated, results-oriented, analytical and organized.
- Accurate data entry is a must.
- Ability to collaborate and balance concurrent short- and long-term projects.
- On-site presence is required five days a week.
REPORTS TO: Senior Film Collections Manager and Media Conservator
SALARY RANGE: Minimum of $57,411 to maximum of $65,000 per annum
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT: Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).
This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Cataloguer in the Film Department. The Cataloguer will work closely with Film Dept staff, Media Conservation and Digital Content teams to ensure the standards in the creation, editing and accuracy of film and media assets within the collection management system.
Responsibilities:
- Cleans and mines data within the Museum’s collection management system.
- Creation, population and editing of records that relate to digital collection material in consultation with the Media Conservation team.
- Creates and adjusts records and metadata as necessary in alignment with Digital Content and Media Conservation teams to identify titles for MoMA’s streaming platform.
- Catalogue new acquisitions; enters information for Museum archival records, updating records when changes occur.
- Identifies gaps in information, reviewing existing files, updating the Museum’s database as needed and performing necessary follow-up.
- Maintains the policies and procedures for the cataloging of film material in The Museum System (‘TMS’).
- Maintains standards for motion picture cataloging.
- Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree and three years prior experience with film and media collection cataloging or equivalent.
- General knowledge of motion picture film history.
- Knowledge of relational databases, data entry standards, digital media assets and data processing.
- Knowledge of fundamental concepts of digital preservation.
- Good familiarity with digital image, audio, video, and text file formats.
- Knowledge and experience with computing environments (Mac, Windows, Unix/Linux), working in the command line and with command line tools, such as Mediainfo, Exiftool, etc.
- Familiarity with The Museum System (‘TMS’) and/or other databases tailored for the cataloguing of moving image material.
- Highly motivated, results-oriented, analytical and organized.
- Accurate data entry is a must.
- Ability to collaborate and balance concurrent short- and long-term projects.
- On-site presence is required five days a week.
REPORTS TO: Senior Film Collections Manager and Media Conservator
SALARY RANGE: Minimum of $57,411 to maximum of $65,000 per annum
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT: Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).
This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Collections Clerk
Target industries with high OPT hiring rates
Financial services firms, healthcare billing companies, and third-party debt collection agencies hire Collections Clerks regularly and have established processes for onboarding OPT workers. Focus your applications on these sectors before expanding to smaller or less familiar employers.
Clarify your OPT authorization upfront
When reaching out to hiring managers, state clearly that you have an active EAD card authorizing work for the full OPT period. Many employers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship, so removing that uncertainty early prevents your application from being filtered out unnecessarily.
Emphasize accounting and finance coursework
Collections Clerk roles require understanding of billing cycles, aging reports, and payment reconciliation. Highlighting relevant coursework in accounting, finance, or business administration demonstrates direct job relevance and strengthens the connection between your degree and the position.
Obtain relevant certifications before applying
A credit and collections certification from a recognized professional association signals commitment to the field. Employers weighing OPT candidates against domestic applicants often favor those with credentials that reduce perceived training risk and demonstrate long-term career intent.
Mention STEM OPT eligibility if it applies
If your degree is in accounting, finance, information systems, or another STEM-designated field, tell employers you may qualify for a 24-month extension. That extends your potential authorization to three years total, which significantly improves your attractiveness relative to standard OPT candidates.
Prepare to address the CPT-to-OPT transition clearly
If you completed a CPT internship in a related role, frame that experience prominently. Employers recognize CPT work as legitimate U.S. experience, and it directly counters any hesitation about hiring someone still navigating immigration authorization for the first time.
Collections Clerk OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Collections Clerk on OPT without employer visa sponsorship?
Yes. OPT authorizes you to work in the U.S. without your employer filing any visa petition. Your EAD card is the only document an employer needs to verify your work authorization. Collections Clerk roles fall within business operations, which aligns with most business, finance, and accounting degrees that support OPT eligibility.
Does a Collections Clerk role qualify as a valid OPT position?
It qualifies as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. If your degree is in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline, a Collections Clerk position easily satisfies the OPT employment requirement. If your degree is in an unrelated field, consult your DSO before accepting an offer to confirm it counts toward your authorized period.
Where can I find Collections Clerk jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. It filters job listings specifically for F-1 OPT students, so you're not sorting through postings that exclude work authorization holders. Searching through a general-purpose board wastes time because most listings don't indicate OPT compatibility, and you often find out only after applying.
Can I qualify for the STEM OPT extension as a Collections Clerk?
Potentially, yes. The extension depends on your degree classification, not your job title. If your degree appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, including programs like accounting information systems, finance, or management information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. The Collections Clerk role itself must also qualify as directly related to that STEM field.
What happens to my OPT if I lose my Collections Clerk job?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment limit during standard OPT. If you're unemployed for more than 90 days total, your OPT authorization terminates and you fall out of status. Contact your DSO immediately after losing a position to track your unemployment days accurately and explore your options before the limit is reached.