General Information
| Job Description | MUSEUM PREPARATOR | Working Title | Preparator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009634 | Grade | |
| Department Name | UCR ARTS - D01295 | Department Head | Trudy Cohen |
| Supervisor | Cody Norris | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| The UCR ARTS Preparator is responsible for assisting with all aspects of preparation and production of UCR ARTS exhibitions. The position will work under the direction of the Senior Preparator to prepare physical and conceptual designs for contemporary and historical art and interactive exhibitions. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in Art, Museum Sciences, or related field. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience in light construction techniques, object fabrication, drywall, plaster, and painting. | Required |
| Experience in matting/framing artwors and dry mounting exhibition text panels and captions. | Required |
| Minimum of 3 years of experience workin in the arts or related environment. | Preferred |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Organization Fabrication of exhibition furnishings and installations. | 50 |
| Shipping and Receiving Packing and unpacking, crating, and shipping for all incoming and outgoing museum objects for international and domestic exhibits. | 20 |
| Installation Ensure the artistic and conceptual integrity for all UCR ARTS exhibitions and help maintain the institution's leadership in the field of contemporary museum design. | 20 |
| Other Other related duties as assigned. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to move and lift at least 40lbs. | Required |
| Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills applicable to a deadline oriented, creative, and academic atmosphere. | Required |
| Skills in the use of conventional and power tools for modeling and exhibition design. | Required |
| Knowledge of general digital media installation techniques. | Required |
| Ability to work at heights on ladders or scaffolds. | Required |
| Proven record of efficient performance in installing fine art exhibits under strict timelines with close attention to detail. | Required |
| Ability to function independently and take responsibility for results. | Required |
| Computer proficiency. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| Close Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Located in downtown Riverside on pedestrian walking mall. |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |