Apply on or Before 10/25/2014
Job Title: Senior Preparator (Sarasota, FL)
Job ID: 37849
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Apply on or Before: 10/25/2014
Please Note: All applications must be submitted online at http://jobs.fsu.edu. To visit this posting directly please go to:https://jobs.omni.fsu.edu/psp/sprdhr_er/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?JobSeekers_ApplyForAJob=37849&Seq=1
Department:
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, in its affiliation with Florida State University, is one of the largest museum/university complexes in the nation. Located on an impressive 66-acre Sarasota bay front estate, it preserves the legacy of John and Mable Ringling, educating and enabling a large and diverse audience to experience and take delight in a world-renowned collection of fine art and special exhibitions; Ca d’Zan, the Ringling historic mansion; the Circus Museums; the Tibbals Learning Center; the Historic Asolo Theater; and historic architecture, courtyard, gardens and grounds overlooking the Sarasota Bay. An Education Building houses our library, conservation facility, classrooms, and staff offices. The Visitors Pavilion serves some 350,000 guests annually.
Overview:
Under the Supervision of the Assistant Director of Collections, The Ringling’s Senior Preparator has primary responsibility for managing all preparation work for all of the Museum venues.
Example of Responsibilities:
Supervises the Preparation Department staff to include hiring, training and evaluation. In collaboration with the Registrar’s Office, plans the work of preparation staff/contractors and directs and participates in the fabrication, installation, disassemble and storage of collections and exhibitions.
Develops/managers a gallery and equipment preventative maintenance plan to include mechanical lifts, gallery lighting, carpentry shop/tools, materials and supplies.
Works with the Registrar, Curatorial, Conservation staff to fabricate and install exhibitions, objects and supporting materials, install and maintain permanent galleries and special/temporary exhibition spaces and art storage areas. Oversees exhibition design and preparation to ensure project deadlines are met for exhibition openings.
In concert with Registrar’s office, assists in facilitating receiving, mounting and dispersing works in the permanent collection and on loan. Builds, packs and crates objects. Serves as team member with Curatorial, Registrar, Conservation, Facilities and Security staff in planning and supervising movement and installation of works for all exhibition spaces. Participates in emergency planning, response and mitigation.
Anticipated Salary Range: Low to Mid $40,000 annually. Florida State benefits available. Salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The normal schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional weekends and evenings may be required to meet deadlines and the needs of the museum.
Pay Plan: This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of related experience in a museum environment; or a high school diploma/equivalent and 9 years in the same. (Please note: post-high school education will substitute for experience at an equivalent rate.)
- Experience with the principles and practices of collection management to include proper handling, installation, shipping and receiving works of art in a variety of media.
- Experience interpreting technical and artistic designs, managing installations of exhibitions.
- Experience supervising staff and managing projects to ensure deadlines are met.
- Skill in framing, carpentry work, and safely using a variety of shop tools.
- Ability to meet the physical requirement of the position: ability to climb ladders, lift and move objects up to 5OIbs, and operate power tools.
- A valid Florida driver’s license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
Preferred:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Studio Art, Art History.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Performance and Media Arts strongly preferred.
- Experience with mount making
- Experience with disaster preparedness, response and mitigation plans, ideally as it relates to hurricane response.
Other Information:
This position may be required to travel (nationally or internationally) to serve as a Museum courier. Assignments are based on the needs of the Museum. Courier training and certification is required prior to the incumbent serving in this capacity.
Background Check Requirements:
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check to include fingerprinting.
How To Apply:
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu.
1. Go to http://jobs.fsu.edu
2. Click on ‘Browse Job Openings’
3. Select ‘Advanced Search’
4. Type ‘Ringling’ into ‘Enter Keyword* field
5. Click the ‘Search’ Button
6. Click on the name of the desired posting
7. After reading the complete posting, if interested and qualified click ‘Apply now’
8. At this point follow the prompts on the screen
You can also reach this posting directly by visiting:https://jobs.omni.fsu.edu/psp/sprdhr_er/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?JobSeekers_ApplyForAJob=37849&Seq=1
For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941- 359-5700 ext. 2605 oremployment@ringling.org. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and all education details even if attaching a resume.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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FSU’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.hr.fsu.edu/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf
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