Conservation Technician Conservation Center Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Conservation Technician
Conservation Center
Los Angeles County Museum of Art

The Conservation Center of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art
(LACMA) is seeking 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.

Essential duties and responsibilities: Preparing boxes, enclosures,
supports, and mats for works of art on paper and photographs.
Matting and hinging works of art for exhibition and loan including
fabricating micro-climate enclosures and exhibition mounts. Labeling
and rehousing of the permanent collections. Assisting conservation
staff with condition reporting and collection surveys. Other duties
may include general housekeeping, environmental monitoring and pest
management.

Minimum requirements:   Associate's degree or equivalent from a two
year-college or technical school and two years related experience
and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability
to use hand tools and artist's materials and to handle works of art
with extreme care and sensitivity. Basic knowledge of the equipment,
materials, and techniques used in the handling and treatment of
works of art is desirable. Good organizational skills, meticulous
work habits, and ability to follow instructions are essential.

Applications:  Position is available immediately. Title and salary
will be commensurate with experience.  A competitive benefits
package is provided. Candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Position is open until filled.

To apply:  Submit letter of intent and resume and the names and
contact information for three professional references to Mark
Gilberg, Director, Conservation Center, Los Angeles County Museum of
Art, mgilberg [at] lacma__org.

For further information regarding duties and responsibilities of the
position please contact

    Ms. Janice Schopfer
    Head, Paper Conservation Laboratory
    Conservation Center
    323-857-4748
    jschopfer [at] lacma__org

Mark Gilberg, MS, PhD
Suzanne D. Booth and David G. Booth
Conservation Center Director
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90036
323-857-4750
Fax: 323-857-4754
Mobile: 602-757-1161