Positions at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Assistant Conservator of Objects
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

The Virginia Museum of  Fine Arts seeks candidates for the position
of Assistant Conservator of Objects.  The Assistant Conservator of
Objects will be responsible for examination, technical analysis,
conservation research, and treatment of three dimensional objects in
the museum*s permanent collection.  The Conservator will also assist
in the maintenance and preventive care of the collection.

Qualifications:  The Assistant Conservator of Objects must have
experience in the treatment of sculpture, ethnographic objects,
furniture, wooden objects and decorative arts.  Some experience with
textiles is considered an advantage for this position.  The
Conservator must have experience performing historic and materials
research and conducting other scientific analysis.  The candidate
must have experience in supporting museum staff, guiding interns,
lecturing, providing workshops, writing grants and submitting
materials for publication.  Skill in accurate written and
photographic documentation required.  The ability to wear a
respirator is required.  This position requires operative knowledge
of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.  The
successful candidate must have a graduate degree from a recognized
objects conservation training program and a minimum of one year,
full-time employment experience in an objects conservation
laboratory setting under the supervision of an objects conservator.
A Graduate internship year required for completion of degree will
not count as part of one year minimum experience.  An equivalent
combination of training and experience indicating possession of the
preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education
and experience.  A security background check is required.

This position is a full-time state position that will be available
on July 1, 1997, pending final funding approval for this position
from the Commonwealth of Virginia.  This position offers a salary
range of $27,966.00 to $41,750.00 and excellent state benefits
package.  Salary offered will be commensurate with experience.

A cover letter, resume, and a list of references must be received by
5:00 P.M. on Friday, June 20, 1997, at the Virginia Museum of Fine
Arts, Office of Human Resources, 2800 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA
23221-2455.  Postmarks are not considered as received! A Virginia
State Application for Employment will be required before hiring.

EOE/AA

Assistant Conservator of Paintings
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

The Virginia Museum of  Fine Arts seeks candidates for the position
of Assistant Conservator of Paintings.  The Assistant Conservator of
Paintings will be responsible for research, examination, technical
analysis, documentation, and treatment of paintings in the museum*s
permanent collection.  The Conservator will also participate in all
ongoing painting conservation projects and responsibilities.

Qualifications:  The Assistant Conservator of Paintings must have
experience in the treatment of European, American, and 20th century
paintings.  Some experience with textiles is considered an advantage
for this position.  The successful candidate must also have
knowledge regarding the treatment and care of works of art on paper,
and frames.  The Assistant Conservator of Paintings  must have
experience performing materials research and other scientific
analysis and must have experience in supervising and training museum
staff and interns, lecturing, and grant writing..  The selected
candidate must have a graduate degree from a recognized conservation
training program and four or more years* postgraduate-level museum
experience.  An equivalent combination of training and experience
indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may
substitute for this education and experience.  The ability to wear a
respirator is required.  A security background check is required.

This position is a full-time state position that will be available
on July 1, 1997, pending final funding approval for this position
from the Commonwealth of Virginia.  This position offers a salary
range of $27,966.00 to $41,750.00 and excellent state benefits
package.  Salary offered will be commensurate with experience.

A cover letter, resume, and a list of references must be received by
5:00 P.M. on Monday, June 16, 1997, at the Virginia Museum of Fine
Arts, Office of Human Resources, 2800 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA
23221-2455.  Postmarks are not considered as received! A Virginia
State Application for Employment will be required before hiring.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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