Museum Preparator

Country Music Foundation Inc•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has an opening for a full-time exempt Museum Preparator to lead preparation, mounting, installation, and transportation of collections objects displayed in museum exhibitions, in compliance with American Association of Museums (AAM) collection standards and ethics. The position includes shared responsibility for gallery and exhibition monitoring and maintenance, and oversight of exhibition supplies and tools. This position carries responsibility for irreplaceable objects and archival materials, and requires careful attention to detail, strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills, plus the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, and to work collaboratively and diplomatically. This position reports to the Executive Director of Exhibitions and Curatorial Services. Excellent time management skills are essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, or a comparable academic field and relevant work experience and training.
3-5 years of experience in museum exhibition installation and production.
Understanding of 3D and spatial design.
Experience with artifact preparation and mounting, knowledge of tools and installation methods, including soldering and welding.
Exhibition graphics installation experience
Applicants should also be able to climb and work on ladders.
Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, twisting, sitting, bending, and stooping
Applicants should have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Applicants should have the ability to work around paints, cleansers and other similar products in a gallery environment and work in spaces that collect dust.
Comfortable using and operating hand power tools
Must be able to work a flexible 40-hr./week schedule including some weekends, evenings, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Carpentry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Fabricating safe and stable structural support mounts for a variety of artifacts and specimens including 2-D and 3-D objects such as costumes, musical instruments, manuscripts, etc. Fabrication materials include metal, acrylic, fabric, and foam.
Mounting and dismounting artifacts
Assisting with artifact handling and transport within the museum.
Maintain exhibition work areas, including oversight of tools and equipment and exhibit supplies and furniture.
Work with exhibitions and collections staff to prepare and maintain gallery spaces.
Cleaning and repairing existing exhibits and displays, and/or identifying needs.
Assist collections staff with precise measurements and recordings of artifact dimensions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Options
Competitive Pay
Paid Vacation and Sick Days
Paid Holidays (13) and Floating Holidays (2)
401(K) with Up to 3% Employer Match
Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services)
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
FREE 24/7 Downtown Parking and Transit Benefits
Continuing Professional Offerings
Complimentary Museum Admission (For Yourself, Family, and Friends)
Reciprocal Partnerships with Local Venues (The Nashville Zoo, Dollywood Theme & Water Parks, National Museum of African American Music, tours at The Opry and The Ryman Auditorium, and more)
Up to 25% Discount in Retail Stores and Onsite Restaurant Venues
Opportunities to Attend Exhibit Openings, Concerts and Special Events
Employee Engagement Activities and Opportunities
FSA and Dependent Care Options
Dog Friendly Work Environment
Volunteering and Community Engagement Opportunities