LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

The Conservation Center of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is seeking a
qualified full-time objects conservator.  The primary responsibility of the
incumbent is to coordinate and supervise all activities of the objects
conservation laboratory.  This section of the Conservation Center is
responsible for the care and preservation of the extensive and varied
collections of objects in the museum's permanent collection, including the
outdoor sculpture garden,  through examination and treatment.  In addition,
duties include the active involvement in acquisitions, loans, research,
special exhibitions, traveling exhibitions, environmental standards, storage
and transit conditions as well as supervision and training of objects
conservation fellows and/or interns.
The incumbent, with the title of senior conservator or conservator,
depending on qualifications, will report to the Head of Conservation and
will provide assistance on budgets, fundraising and other administrative
matters.

Minimum requirements:  Bachelor's degree and graduation from a recognized
conservation training program or equivalent education and professional
experience.  Conservation experience should include at least three years in
a supervisory or independent conservation position (five years for senior
conservator), preferably in an art museum conservation laboratory.  Must
possess good written and verbal communication skills, have interest in
research and a demonstrated familiarity with workplace chemical hygiene
practices.

Applications:  This non-civil service position is available now.  Title and
salary commensurate with experience.  Competitive benefits package provided.

To apply:  Submit letter of intent, résumé and the names with telephone
numbers of three professional references to:

Ms. Kris Watring
Human Resources
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905  Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036

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