Exhibit Technician I

City of Rock Springs•Rock Springs, WY

2d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, employees will perform a variety of administrative duties including, but not limited to: providing information and assistance to the general public; maintaining the gift shop; drafting promotional materials and correspondence; planning, organizing, and coordinating museum support activities; designing, interpreting, fabricating, installing and maintaining museum exhibits; and, providing the public with the best historical information and exhibits possible in a professional and friendly atmosphere. Positions at this level perform most of the duties required of Exhibit Technician II, but are not expected to perform at the same skill level. The employee exercises less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is normally supervised while in progress. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Employees may have limited or no directly related work experience.

Requirements

Utilize research skills and maintain a knowledge base of the history of the west, specifically Rock Springs, to ensure administration of exhibits and assist with historical inquiries
Ability to use different computer programs and social media
Assist in orienting and training of volunteer and temporary staff
Use modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computer equipment, cameras and applicable software programs
Work collaboratively and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, City Officials, outside agencies and the general public during general communication or public speaking events
Utilize applicable spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including, but not limited to employees, vendors and the general public
Use independent judgment, initiative, and good human relations and problem solving skills in the application and follow through on decisions
Meet schedules and timelines and to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs
Take and follow the directions of their supervisors
Ability to work in a standard office environment
Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 lbs
Exposure to mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards
Ability to travel to different sites and locations

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of office procedures, genealogy, historical research, museum exhibits and research projects, fabrication, construction, and installation knowledge, instructional, crafting, photography, or work in audio/visual settings or like experience
Equivalent to an associate’s degree in history, museum studies or related area
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Providing information and assistance to the general public
Maintaining the gift shop
Drafting promotional materials and correspondence
Planning, organizing, and coordinating museum support activities
Designing, interpreting, fabricating, installing and maintaining museum exhibits
Providing the public with the best historical information and exhibits possible in a professional and friendly atmosphere
Fabricates and installs exhibits
Organizes and maintains data and information
Conducts tours and programs and exhibits of the museum both on and off site
Keeps abreast of current developments concerning historical subject matter
Utilizes historical facts and current events to maintain presence on social media and market museum to the public
Performs historical research to guarantee accuracy and authenticity of inquiries, verbal and written, and in displays ensuring correct spelling, vocabulary, grammar and punctuation
Maintains and accounts for storage and location of artifacts; assists in the preparation of artifacts for exhibits in conjunction with other staff
Receives telephone calls, works collaboratively, and communicates clearly and effectively with patrons, staff, other City departments and officials and outside agencies
Operates office machines and equipment including word processors, computers, printers, copiers, and calculators; routinely uses a full range of spreadsheet, cataloguing and computer software applications
Collects cash, check and credit card payments over the counter and over the phone
Attends after hour’s functions and conferences as needed
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned