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Preparator/Building Manager

Employer
Miami University
Location
Ohio, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Feb 4, 2021

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Position Type
Administrative, Academic Affairs, Arts Administration
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

Art Museum: Preparator/Building Manager will perform the installation and de-installation of all Art Museum exhibitions, oversee security, Art Museum physical plant, and Sculpture Park grounds.

Duties include and are not limited to: Installation and de-installation of all Art Museum exhibitions, including photography, matting, framing, mount-making, painting and construction of gallery and display furniture ; Coordinate with Collections Manager/Registrar all shipping and receiving, packing and crating, preparing artwork for photography and/or study by University classes, and maintaining collections storage areas, assist with basic conservation needs ; Point-of-contact with Physical Facilities, fire safety, public safety, security systems, HVAC monitoring, process work orders, and determine maintenance requirements for Art Museum physical plant and Sculpture Park grounds ; Coordinate all work with Miami University Physical Facilities and outside contractors ; Assist with facilities needs for security, programs, meetings and events on Art Museum property; Advises director and McGuffey Museum administrator on facilities and collections storage and installation issues.

Required: Associates degree, vocational or technical training; 3-5 years of experience in museum exhibition design and installation; Experience in these knowledge/skills/abilities may be earned concurrently. Basic carpentry skills; Knowledge of museum professional standards; Experience with varied museum installations; Museum lighting; Art matting and framing; Familiarity with types of mount-making; Basic understanding of physical plant (HVAC) issues.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Consideration will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree.

Submit cover letter and curriculum vitae to http://jobs.miamioh.edu/cw/en-us/job/498274?lApplicationSubSourceID=. Inquiries may be directed to Robert Wicks at wicksrs@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin February 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.  

 

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination, and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@MiamiOH.edu or 513-529-3560.

 

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223. A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free. 

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