Paper Conservator

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The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Arts Paper Conservator institutes and manages the Paper Conservation Laboratory. Develops and recommends preservation policies, and undertakes conservation treatments for the Ringling Museum collection of works on paper. Develops a comprehensive preventative maintenance and treatment long-term plan for photographs, prints, drawings, circus posters, ephemera, rare books, manuscripts, and miniatures. Performs treatment on work on paper using current museum industry accepted conservation methods.

Information about the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art:

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, in its affiliation with Florida State University, is the largest museum/university complex in the nation.  Located on an impressive 66-acre estate on Sarasota Bay, it preserves the legacy of John and Mable Ringling, educating and enabling a large and diverse audience to experience and take delight in a world-renowned collection of fine art and special exhibitions; Ca d'Zan, mansion; Circus Museum; Tibbals Learning Center; Historic Asolo Theater; gardens and grounds overlooking Sarasota Bay.  The Visitor Pavilion serves some 350,000 guests annually.  A new Education Building houses our library, conservation facility, classrooms, and staff offices.  For more information, please visit www.ringling.org.

Master's degree and five years of experience related to the duties of the position; or Bachelor's degree and seven years of experience related to the duties of the position.

Knowledge of standard conservation practices. Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of collections management to include proper handling, installation, preservation and/or maintenance.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

Position requires a valid driver's license.

Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer

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