Please share. Here is a link to the listing on the website, the complete posting is attached as a pdf.
https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fpamcareers.hyrell.com%2fVirtualStepPositionDetails.aspx%3fTemplateId%3d238111%23.WyQdThCSCy8.email&c=E,1,HkptcjbEr25dm68ZhquD0vx0guYm-AdQSRe5PiRMcNNM7ZIZ2fW9p4SHe-SMHKfZf2Mtr_Bw3sCruHtscRNPcNPTvw7xWsspdCMaRFbQCkw,&typo=1 *Conservation Technician Portland Art Museum* *Posted* June 15, 2018 *Employment Type* Temporary *Compensation* $16.00 per hour *Location* 1219 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205 US *JOB DESCRIPTION* ------------------------------ The Portland Art Museum invites applications for the position of temporary Conservation Technician within our Conservation department. The Conservation Technician assists the Conservator to restore, maintain, or prepare objects in the Museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. The current assignment is to assist the Conservator on a short-term project treating silver artwork. The project includes all aspects of treatment, from examination and documentation to the application of a protective coating to the silver and subsequent assessment of the coating. If you are passionate about art and have experience preserving works of art, then apply today! This position is temporary, part time (up to 29 hours per week) for a total of 170 budgeted hours. The Portland Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Closing Date: Friday, July 13, 2018 at 5 PM PST *RESPONSIBILITIES* ------------------------------ · Examine artwork using magnification, specular, raking, and ultraviolet light. Document artwork conditions in prose and use established department condition report templates. · Clean silver using known and established conservation methods and techniques including the use of equipment and materials, such as an air compressor, industrial steam cleaner, organic solvents, and water filtration system. · Apply protective coating(s) with HVLP sprayer or by brush as appropriate and assess with ultraviolet light to ensure adequate coverage. · Apply accession number labels to artwork during coating process. · Coordinate photo-documentation, deinstallation, and transportation of artwork with Collections Photographer, Conservator, and Collections Manager. · Pack artwork for transport between the Museum and off-site storage location. · Use scientific lab equipment, such as a scale and graduated cylinder, chemicals, and organic solvents and dispose of hazardous waste appropriately. · Perform routine tasks such as washing laboratory dishes, putting supplies and equipment away, and cleaning counters and work benches. · May assist Collections staff in transport of artwork between the Museum and off-site storage and coordinate transit. · May be involved in environmental monitoring, pest management, packing of artwork, collection housing, housekeeping or gallery maintenance, and emergency preparedness and disaster recovery. · May carry out photo-documentation as needed. *QUALIFICATIONS* ------------------------------ · One to three years related education, training, and/or experience. · Read and interpret documents such as conservation documentation, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, safety data sheets (SDS) and procedure manuals. · Use Microsoft Office to write and prepare routine reports and correspondence. · Problem solve, collect data, and document information. · Knowledge of safe art handling practices and principles of professional museum collection care and respect for works of art. · Make responsible judgements about workplace safety using knowledge about scientific lab safety and waste disposal, and art studio maintenance. · Effectively communicate verbally and maintain effective working relationship with supervisor, staff, and other co-workers by contributing to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, collegiality, collaboration and openness to many perspectives. · Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management methods, Gallery Maintenance, and Environmental Monitoring desired, but not required · Climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time with occasional outdoor work. *BENEFITS* ------------------------------ The position is eligible for a variety of perks such as free Museum admission, Gift Shop discounts, and screenings at the NW Film Center. Please see our website for more details. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
