General Information
| Job Description | MUSEUM PREPARATOR SR | Working Title | Senior Museum Preparator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009633 | Grade | |
| Department Name | UCR ARTS Dept - D01295 | Department Head | Douglas McCulloh |
| Supervisor | Kathryn Poindexter-Akers | Effective Date | 09/18/2023 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 004921 | STDT 2 | 2.0 |
Department Custom Scope
| UCR ARTS is comprised of the California Museum of Photography, the Sweeney Art Gallery, and the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts. Located on a single block in adjacent historical buildings in downtown Riverside, UCR ARTS' mission is to provide a cultural presence, educational resource, community center and intellectual meeting ground for the university and the community. Reporting to the Exhibitions Manager, the Senior Preparator is responsible for all aspects of preparation and production of exhibitions. The position will work closely with the UCR ARTS Directors and Curators to prepare physical and conceptual designs for contemporary and historical art and interactive exhibitions. The full salary range for the Senior Museum Preparator is $20.35 - $24.77 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $20.35 - $22.72 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in Art, museum sciences, or related field. | Preferred |
| High School/GED | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience in coaching and supervising students, interns, and volunteers for best performance. | Required |
| Experience in light construction techniques. | Required |
| Experience in dry mounting and cutting exhibition text panels and captions. | Required |
| Minium of 3 years experience working in the arts or related environment. | Preferred |
| Minimum of 1 year of preparatory experience in a museum or art gallery field; or graduation from college with a major in a selected discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. | Required |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Drivers License | Required |
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Exhibition Installation Organization, planning, and installation of UCR ARTS exhibitions. Fabrication of exhibition related furnishings. Installation of Digital media. Advises on and complies with established safety protocols, building codes, ADA requirements, lighting plans, and museum conservation practices. | 40 |
| Project Management and Administration Develops timelines for production elements. Creates estimates and tracks expenses for production elements. Purchases installation materials and works with external vendors. Works with Finance Dept. to code and track expenses. Reconciles monthly credit card statements. | 15 |
| Exhibition Integrity Ensure the artistic and conceptual integrity for all UCR ARTS exhibitions and help maintain the institution's leadership in the field of contemporary and historical museum design. | 10 |
| Shipping and Receiving Packing and unpacking, crating, and shipping for all incoming and outgoing museum objects for international and domestic exhibits. | 10 |
| Supervision Supervise students, interns, and volunteers in exhibition design, preparation, and production. Ensures projects are completed on schedule. Provides safety training to all student staff. Maintains department training records. Maintains department training manual. | 10 |
| Matting and Framing Mat, unmat, mount and frame artwork for UCR ARTS Exhibits. | 10 |
| Other Related Duties Other installation and fabrication related duties as requested. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Skill in the use of conventional and power tools for modeling and exhibition design including temporary wall building, finish carpentry, and preparing and painting walls. | Required |
| Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines with close attention to detail. | Required |
| Knowledge/practice of conservation techniques and use of materials in preparation and care of works on paper and photographic materials (matting/framing). | Required |
| Knowledge/practice of audio, video, and other technological installations. | Required |
| Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills applicable to a deadline oriented, creative, and academic atmosphere. | Required |
| Knowledge/practice in packing/shipping/receiving and care of a variety of fine arts objects and materials. | Required |
| Ability to move objects weighing 40lbs. | Required |
| Proven record of efficient independent performance in supervising and installing fine art exhibits under strict time lines taking responsibility for results. | Required |
| Knowledge of contemporary art, photography, and media works. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of contemporary museum design. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours). Overtime during heaving installation periods to be expected. | Required |
| Overtime | Required |
| Travel | Required |
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Direction |
Environment
Working Environment
| Downtown pedestrian mall, located at 9th and Main. |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |