Opportunities
Museum Technician
Start Date: October 2024
Hours: Wednesday, 10am-4pm and other days TBD, maximum hours of 20 hours/week
Hourly rate: $20
The Museum Technician will:
• Work across departments, assisting colleagues as needed for special projects.
• Assist with security and building maintenance as needed.
• Assist with gallery checks and adjust lighting in galleries as needed.
• Assist with installation and de-installation of exhibitions.
• Handle AV/PA requirements for museum events.
Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Operations and security:
Provide security in galleries as needed.
Shadow contractors as needed.
Perform light gallery maintenance tasks as needed.
Object Maintenance and Art Handling:
Monitor and gently clean (according to conservator instructions).
Assist with packing/crating/installation/de-installation of incoming/outgoing loans and assist with
moving art within the Museum as needed.
Required Qualifications:
• Previous experience in art gallery or museum or similar institution.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to use a portable hydraulic ladder as well as a stand ladder.
• Ability to stand for three hours.
• Willingness to contribute to a positive and collaborative culture that welcomes all audiences.
Getting to the Museum: the closest Metro stop is Tenleytown-AU and the nearest bus stops are on the D2, D6, and N4 lines.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Helen Chason (hchason@kreegermuseum.org) to apply.
Employment is contingent on the verification of background information. The Kreeger Museum is an equal opportunity employer.