Position at Stanford

Mountmaker (Bargaining Unit)
Stanford University Museum of Art
Supervisor: Head, Registration & Conservation
Salary range: $19.64 - 24.31

Send resume and letter of interest to the attention of:

    Susan Roberts-Manganelli
    Head, Registration and Conservation
    Stanford University Museum of Art
    Stanford CA 94305-5060
    415-725-0461
    Fax: 415-725-0464
    skrm<-a t->leland< . >stanford< . >edu

Responsibilities: Under general supervision of Head of Registration
& Conservation, mountmaker leads in the development of guidelines
for fabrication and preparation of finished mounts for the
installation of art objects to be used in the reinstallation of the
rebuilt Museum.  Works as lead mountmaker with team of other staff
technicians, designer, conservator and curators on the development
of mount designs.  Nature of work requires manual dexterity,
strength and unusual care in the handling of valuable art objects.
Participates in production meetings related to reinstallation.

Minimum qualifications: Minimum two years experience specifically
with mount fabrication in museum setting.  Proven experience in the
design, preparation, construction, and installation of mounts for
fine and decorative art objects and in the proper handling of
objects.  Candidates will be required to successfully complete a
proficiency test to assess ability to perform basic activities or to
present a portfolio of work on mounts.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Requires knowledge of proper
techniques for handling valuable works of art safely and securely,
including those for installing exhibits, crating, packing and
unpacking objects.  Ability to work from sketches and collaborate in
the design, construction and installation of mounts. Ability to
proficiently utilize wood and metal shop equipment, including
stationary and portable power tools.  Knowledge of practices and
methods in mountmaking, and the various materials safe for use with
art objects such as woods, fabrics, plastics, metals, mechanical
fasteners, paints, and adhesives.  Knowledge of safety procedures
related to the handling of chemical solvents, adhesives and
solutions.  Demonstrated concern for detail, accuracy and neat
execution of work.  Ability to work cooperatively with supervisor,
designer, and museum staff.  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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                  Conservation DistList Instance 10:87
                  Distributed: Tuesday, April 8, 1997
                       Message Id: cdl-10-87-018
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