STANFORD UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART
POSITION OPENING

Position Title - Mountmaker (Bargaining Unit)
Supervisor - Chief Preparator
Approx. Hire Date - October 1, 1997 through December 31, 1998
(Full-time, Term Position)
Salary range - In-hire salary range $17.82 - 18.70/hour; M-F 8-5

Send resume and letter of interest to the attention of:

Susan Roberts-Manganelli, Head, Registration & Conservation
Stanford University Museum of Art, Stanford CA 94305-5060
Phone: 415/725-0461  e-mail: [log in to unmask]  Fax: 415/725-0464


RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision of Associate Director and as direct report to
Chief Preparator, mountmaker follows established guidelines for
fabrication and preparation of finished mounts for the reinstallation of
art objects in the rebuilt Museum.  Works with team of four other staff
technicians, as well as designer, conservator, and curators on the
development and fabrication of object mounts.  Nature of work requires
manual dexterity, strength, and conscientiousness in the handling of
valuable art objects.  Will also engage in actual installation process
including wall preparation and painting.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum two years experience specifically with mount fabrication in
museum setting.  Proven experience in the construction, installation of
mounts for fine and decorative art objects, and in the proper handling
of objects.  Candidates will be required to successfully complete a
proficiency test to assess ability to perform basic activities or to
present a portfolio of work on mounts.


KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Requires knowledge of proper techniques for handling valuable works of
art safely and securely, including those for installing exhibits,
crating, packing and unpacking objects.  Ability to work from sketches
in the construction and installation of mounts.  Proficiency  in
utilizing wood and metal shop equipment, including stationary and
portable power tools.  Knowledge of practices and methods in mountmaking
including earthquake mitigation and sensitivity to materials safe for
use with art objects such as woods, fabrics, plastics, metals,
mechanical fasteners, paints, and adhesives.  Knowledge of safety
procedures related to the handling of chemical solvents, adhesives and
solutions.  Demonstrated concern for detail, accuracy and meticulous
work.  Ability to work cooperatively with supervisor, designer, and
museum staff.  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.  Computer skills helpful in
tracking art objects and mount storage on database (FilemakerPro and
Microsoft Word are standards).