MUSEUM EXHIBITS TECHNICIAN4073E1 Pay Grade: 18 19 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is work in the production, fabrication and installation of exhibits for state museums. Work involves producing exhibit structures, furniture, artifact mounts and graphics according to exacting, specialized production and fabrication techniques. Work includes input into all phases of production including the discussion of materials and methods, production of prototypes for review and modification and production of the final product. Work is to be performed according to blueprints and artists drawings as well as verbal instructions and stated objectives with latitude for creativity and judgment. Work is reviewed for conformance to museum standards by an administrator or technical supervisor. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL B: "Under general supervision…" Employees working under general supervision usually receive some instructions with respect to the details of most assignments but are free to develop their own work sequences within established procedures, methods and policies. They are often physically removed from their supervisor and subject to only periodic checks. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average… Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL A: The purpose of the contact is to obtain, clarify, give or screen established factual information, regardless of the type (i.e., easily understood or technical) within a well-defined relationship. Normal communication skills are required. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL B: Involves functional leadership responsibility. As a "senior worker", performing essentially the same or similar work as those overseen, responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling and reviewing. As a "project leader" may be responsible for a phase(s) of a single project which includes planning, coordinating and reviewing the work of others. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Museum Assistant class in which incumbents assist in accessioning, maintaining records, and caring for museum collections. Differs from skilled trade classifications which are responsible for maintenance of facilities. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Prepares labels, title panels, posters, illustrations, charts, maps and other printed materials for exhibits, using copy camera, silk screening/screen printing, plate maker, pasteup and other related equipment or procedures. Constructs exhibit environs and special projects utilizing a wide range of materials, selecting methods of procedures to be followed. Designs and manufactures artifact mounts, additional items for exhibits and/or special equipment needed to complete a project from a variety of materials. Installs, places, mounts and hangs artifacts. Participates in finish and detail work on exhibit environs. Strikes exhibits, removing artifacts and salvaging and stowing re-usable materials and equipment. Studies design proposals and background research to become familiar with projects; may participate in editing composition of an exhibit. Maintains fabrications lab areas in clean and well organized manner. Routinely handles fragile artifacts. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge Knowledge of various techniques and applications of latex, oil paint, enamel and epoxy to surface finishes. Knowledge of materials, techniques and equipment used in basic carpentry construction. Abilities *Ability to maintain effective working relationships with departmental and interdepartmental associates and the public. *Ability to follow specific instructions. Skills Skill in direct and/or indirect photo silk screening processes. Skill in plexiglass fabrication. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the field of historical organization, agency or museum work and one year of experience in historical society or museum work. Additional experience in the areas listed above may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency. NC: 06/94 |