Position at North Carolina Historic Sites

Historic Sites Specialist I
Position at North Carolina Historic Sites
Durham

Vacancy Number: 60083404
Salary Grade: 66
Salary Range: $32796 - $51446
Hiring Range: $32796 - $36655

Department: Cultural Resources
Division: CR CDS A&H HIS SITES MUS and VIS Curation
Type of Appointment:
Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: Aug 30, 2010

Description of Work: Conservator provides examination, general
treatment and documentation

of a wide range of organic/inorganic objects including: furniture,
glass, ceramics, books, paper, paintings, textiles and metal and
ethnographic objects belonging to the Div of NC State Historic
Sites. Performs object condition surveys, evaluates items for
specialized treatment, organizes treatment schedules, documents
treatment via photographs and written reports. Will maintain a
comprehensive computer-based tracking system for objects needing
treatment. Also assesses condition of new accessions and objects to
be lent; develops preventive conservation programs for sites and
works with sites to review disaster preparedness plans. Will monitor
exhibit and storage areas for temperature, humidity and light
levels; prepare conservation budgets as needed and purchase
conservation equipment/supplies. Also trains staff on proper
care/handling of artifacts as requested and assists with statewide
emergency recovery.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The ideal candidate will possess
the following skills and abilities: Demonstrated competence in the
treatment of a wide range of object types; computer literacy,
including the ability to work with collections database software,
word processing and digital image programs; excellent hand skills
and attention to detail; highly developed interpersonal skills; high
standards of professionalism and ethics; excellent research and
writing skills; a working knowledge of environmental monitoring
techniques and integrated pest management principles. The
Conservator is part of the Div of Historic Sites curatorial team
that includes two curators and a registrar. The position is
supervised by the Chief Curator of the Div of Historic Sites and
Properties. The conservator will develop and maintain professional
relationships with other conservators and other institutions such as
the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) and the North Carolina
Museums Conference (NCMC).

Training and Experience Requirements: Graduation from a four-year
college or university with a degree specific to the area of
specialization required (e.g. chemistry, archaeology, history, art
history) and two years of progressive experience in a historical
agency; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Prefer additional directly-related education, training and
experience as specified in the description of work and knowledge,
skills and abilities sections above. Degrees must be from
appropriately accredited institutions.

Information on how to apply can be found at

    <URL:http://osp.its.state.nc.us/
        positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4802-60083404&printit=no>

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Jennifer S. French
Objects Conservator
NC Museum of History
5 East Edenton Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
919-807-7883


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