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Museum Technician
A Museum Technician is considered a "hands on" professional who works directly with objects to ensure proper care of a museum collection. Although a Museum Technician can be regarded as an entry-level position in the museum field, they often work closely with the Curator, Collections Manager, Registrar, Archivist, Preparator, and Exhibits team. The kinds of tasks a Technician performs may vary depending in the type of collection they care for. Below are some general skills and responsibilities.

Responsibilities
A Museum Technician has a wide range of responsibilities:
 * The safe handling and movement of objects
 * Housing and caring for the collection according to museum best practices
 * Packing and storing objects
 * Preparing objects for exhibit and loan
 * Assists with shipping, crating, installation, de-installation of objects
 * Performing day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of exhibition and storage spaces
 * Monitors storage and exhibit areas for Integrated Pest Management and environmental control
 * Creating and maintaining accurate electronic inventory records in museum’s collection management database
 * Completes condition reports for all incoming and outgoing objects
 * Accurately labeling and/or tagging works of art and locations
 * Performing research on the collection
 * Assists with Registration activities, such as preparing loan agreements, deeds of gifts, and contacting donors and lenders
 * Docent and Information duties: acting as a guide in exhibit spaces by providing information to students or the public

Qualifications

 * Bachelor’s Degree in Museum Studies, Fine Art, Art History, Anthropology, or Related field; Master's Degree is preferred
 * At least one year of experience with object handling and preparation at a museum or similar institution
 * Strong writing and research skills
 * Strong computer skills; Knowledge of Microsoft Office and collection management databases
 * Must be able to work in a high-paced work environment and meet deadlines
 * Strong interpersonal skills; team-oriented
 * Attention to detail
 * Must be able to lift and/or move at least 25 pounds
 * Able to stand, walk, squat, kneel or reach overhead for extended periods of time
 * Possess the ability to work at heights and maintain balance