Position at Asian Art Museum of San Francisco

Conservation Technician
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco

Fixed Term: July 2010 - June 30, 2011
Part-time position: 16 hours (2 days) per week [with occasional
additional hours for exhibitions]

The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco seeks a skilled individual to
assist the professional conservation staff in a variety of duties
related to the preservation and restoration of works of art,
primarily works of art on paper and other substrates. This part-time
position is of fixed-term duration through June 30, 2011.

The nature of this highly skilled work requires manual dexterity,
intense concentration, and aesthetic sensibility in addition to
excellent organizational skills and meticulous work habits.

Examples of duties:

    Prepares materials for treatment including adhesives,
    consolidants, toned papers, toned powders, and Japanese paper
    strips.

    Assists with the handling of works of art, including oversized
    and/or weighted objects, and with putting artworks away in
    storage.

    Performs basic conservation procedures including consolidation
    and loss compensation.

    Carries out mat-cutting, hinging, matting, and framing; assists
    with attachment of other hanging systems.

    Checks, calibrates, and changes charts of hygrothermographs.

    Organizes supplies and supply storage spaces.

    Inspects incoming plants for insects; performs other pest
    management duties.

    Photographs objects for treatment; maintains image archives;
    prints images.

Minimum qualifications:

    Bachelor of Arts degree in Art, Art History, or closely related
    field from a recognized college or university. One year of
    general chemistry plus one year of organic chemistry preferred.

    One year of related experience working with art objects; or an
    equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

    Basic knowledge of the equipment, materials, and techniques used
    in the conservation of art objects including photography and
    digital imaging equipment.

    Familiarity with Microsoft Word. Experience with Photoshop and
    Argus Open Edition or other collections management software
    desirable.

    Ability to acquire the knowledge and techniques used in the
    conservation of Asian art.

    Ability to handle valuable objects, delicate instruments, and
    hazardous materials with extreme care.

    Ability to use hand tools and artist?s materials.

    Ability to follow specific instructions and to work effectively
    with departmental staff.

    Good judgment and flexibility.

    Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Compensation: $19-00-22.82/hr. with excellent benefits package*

Please note: 1. New hires start at the beginning of the salary
range. 2. This position is represented by SEIU 1021

Application Procedure:

Apply online at

    <URL:http://asianart.snaphire.com>

or send a letter of interest and resume immediately to:

    Human Resources
    Asian Art Museum
    200 Larkin Street
    San Francisco, CA 94102
    Fax: 415-861-2359

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                  Conservation DistList Instance 24:2
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