erika.katayama
02-02-2015, 02:17 PM
The Toledo Museum of Art is currently seeking to fill the following position:
Art Handler I- The Art Handler’s primary duties focus on the protection and display of works of art in the Museum. This person will ensure the safety of art in its handling and movement throughout the Museum campus, as well as fabrication of crates, object mounts, and exhibition furniture. To apply please submit resume to jobs@toledomuseum.org , more information can be found at http://www.toledomuseum.org/employment/
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Art Handler performs the following essential duties. Other duties may be assigned as needs arise.
_ Handling and movement of artwork during installation and de-installation in galleries and storage
areas and the moving of crated or packed works on and off vehicles throughout the Museum campus
_ Creation of shop drawings based on information provided by the Head of the Design Studio
_ Fabrication of exhibitions furniture including pedestals, platforms and object mounts using wood,
metal, paint, fabric and other materials
_ Fabrication of new or retrofitting of previously fabricated crates for the transportation of artwork
_ Packing and unpacking of artwork
_ Preparation of galleries for display of artwork including painting, dry walling and moving of
freestanding walls, rough and finish carpentry and initial exhibition lamping
_ Installation of gallery labels and didactics for both collections and exhibitions galleries
_ Maintenance of a functional and safe carpentry shop including recommending the purchase and repair
of hand and power tools and safety equipment, cleaning and organizing of equipment and supplies,
monitoring the inventory of materials and ordering when appropriate and complying with OSHA
regulations related to the operation of equipment and handling of materials.
RELATIONSHIPS
_ The Art Handler builds strategic working relationships while working closely with the Registration,
Curatorial, and Conservation Departments and the Head of the Design Studio. May provide work
direction on a project basis for temporarily assigned staff.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES
_ Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions
and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively
before groups of customers or employees of the organization
_ Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and
volume as well as the ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry
_ Ability to read floor plans, mechanical and architectural drawing related to exhibition furniture
construction and layouts
_ Experience with Collection Databases, preferably The Museum System, is strongly desired
_ Familiarity with design software a plus
_ Willingness to learn new software applications a must
_ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
_ Requires college-level coursework in studio art, art history or related discipline (Bachelor’s degree in
an art related field preferred)
_ Minimum 2-3 years related experience in a museum setting that includes regular handling and
packing of works of art and finish carpentry work or an equivalent combination of education and
experience.
_ Knowledge of and or experience with archival and conservation procedures and materials is a plus.
_ Must have a valid state driver’s license
Please check out our website for more info…Thanks!
Art Handler I- The Art Handler’s primary duties focus on the protection and display of works of art in the Museum. This person will ensure the safety of art in its handling and movement throughout the Museum campus, as well as fabrication of crates, object mounts, and exhibition furniture. To apply please submit resume to jobs@toledomuseum.org , more information can be found at http://www.toledomuseum.org/employment/
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Art Handler performs the following essential duties. Other duties may be assigned as needs arise.
_ Handling and movement of artwork during installation and de-installation in galleries and storage
areas and the moving of crated or packed works on and off vehicles throughout the Museum campus
_ Creation of shop drawings based on information provided by the Head of the Design Studio
_ Fabrication of exhibitions furniture including pedestals, platforms and object mounts using wood,
metal, paint, fabric and other materials
_ Fabrication of new or retrofitting of previously fabricated crates for the transportation of artwork
_ Packing and unpacking of artwork
_ Preparation of galleries for display of artwork including painting, dry walling and moving of
freestanding walls, rough and finish carpentry and initial exhibition lamping
_ Installation of gallery labels and didactics for both collections and exhibitions galleries
_ Maintenance of a functional and safe carpentry shop including recommending the purchase and repair
of hand and power tools and safety equipment, cleaning and organizing of equipment and supplies,
monitoring the inventory of materials and ordering when appropriate and complying with OSHA
regulations related to the operation of equipment and handling of materials.
RELATIONSHIPS
_ The Art Handler builds strategic working relationships while working closely with the Registration,
Curatorial, and Conservation Departments and the Head of the Design Studio. May provide work
direction on a project basis for temporarily assigned staff.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES
_ Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions
and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively
before groups of customers or employees of the organization
_ Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and
volume as well as the ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry
_ Ability to read floor plans, mechanical and architectural drawing related to exhibition furniture
construction and layouts
_ Experience with Collection Databases, preferably The Museum System, is strongly desired
_ Familiarity with design software a plus
_ Willingness to learn new software applications a must
_ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
_ Requires college-level coursework in studio art, art history or related discipline (Bachelor’s degree in
an art related field preferred)
_ Minimum 2-3 years related experience in a museum setting that includes regular handling and
packing of works of art and finish carpentry work or an equivalent combination of education and
experience.
_ Knowledge of and or experience with archival and conservation procedures and materials is a plus.
_ Must have a valid state driver’s license
Please check out our website for more info…Thanks!