Chief Preparator position - Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

[T. Ashley McGrew]

Department: Permanent Collection
Reports to: Chief Curator
Employee Status: Full-time, Exempt
Primary Work Location: La Jolla
Requisition: 201021

JOB SUMMARY: The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego seeks a hands-on, detail-oriented manager to oversee all technical aspects of the Museum’s art handling projects. The Chief Preparator is responsible for museum-quality art handling related to installation and de-installation, including: receiving, packing and unpacking, handling, displaying, and shipping fine art objects; planning and directing the fabrication of exhibition pedestals, props, temporary walls, and other display designs; securing services of outside contractors; assuring a safe and healthy work environment through knowledge of best practices. Working in conjunction with the Curatorial Department and Registar’s Office, the Chief Preparator is a key team member for the Museum’s ambitious schedule of exhibitions and collection use.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Organize department’s short-term and long-term projects
• Direct daily activity of staff and contract service providers
• Set job assignments to meet institutional deadlines and priorities
• Oversee personnel issues, including hiring, training, scheduling, directing, and disciplining crew
• Work independently and assume direct responsibility for complex tasks
• Use problem-solving skills to perform concurrent multiple tasks in a busy environment
• Coordinate productive relationships with suppliers and contractors
• Provide “on the floor” supervision during installation periods
• Construct display elements and crates
• Direct and maintain exhibition lighting
• Operate tools and equipment associated with woodworking, electrical, light construction, and audio-visual and computer displays
• Encourage a safe, healthy work environment, including proper procedures for utilizing paint, solvents, and power tools
• Work directly with exhibiting artists to realize projects
• Other art-handling and exhibition tasks as called for by the Chief Curator

For candidacy consideration, please submit resume and PERSONALIZED COVER LETTER including salary requirement with subject heading 201021 to clee@mcasd.org.

[oartl]

This is interesting. Can I know if this position is still vacant? Thanks for posting here.

[T. Ashley McGrew]

I just checked the museums website and it didn't appear to be listed.