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Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Miami, Florida
Vizcaya Collections Care Technician
Salary Entry: 29,822 Maximum: $49,993 Annually
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is an AAM-accredited, Gilded Age estate in a
spectacular subtropical setting on Biscayne Bay. Vizcaya consists of 14
National Historic Landmark buildings on 50 acres of grounds, with 2,500 art
and 35,000 archival objects. The Main House features lavish interiors
reflecting a unique interpretation of European history. Vizcaya attracts
approximately 185,000 guests each year. The Vizcaya Collections Care
Technician reports to the Vizcaya Collections and Archives Manager and is
the primary person responsible for the cleaning, care and condition
monitoring of Vizcaya’s historic interiors and collections.
Responsibilities include hands-on cleaning of furnishings and associated
decorative objects in historic interiors; assisting Vizcaya Collections and
Archives Manager in inventory, cataloguing, storage and housing of
collections materials; developing housekeeping manual for proper care and
maintenance of historic interiors and collections; advising on condition of
collections, possible causes of any problems and possible avenues of solving
problems; and accompanying on-site subcontractors and assists, as needed, in
conservation treatment of objects. Incumbent will use knowledge of
professional standards for collections care, may lift objects up to 30 lbs.,
and climb stairs and/or ladders.
Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies or related field.
Additional related experience may substitute for required education on a
year-for-year basis. Experience in museum environment, such as an intern in
conservation or curatorial position is highly preferred. Knowledge of care
of historic objects in wood, paint, metal and ceramics is highly desired.
Applicants must submit one (1) copy of their resume indicating social
security number, Requisition #6920001 and title of position to the Employee
Relations Department, Personnel Services Division, Center for Employment
Application, 140 West Flagler Street, Suite 105, Miami, Florida 33130 by
October 7, 2005. Applicants can E-mail their resumes to
[log in to unmask] Please refer to our web page (www.miamidade.gov/jobs)
regarding Resume Application/E-mail Instructions or call our JOBS hotline at
(305) 375-JOBS (5627). Applicants should indicate all computer skills and
education on the resume.
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Preference will be given to veterans and spouses of veterans, when
applicable. Hiring decisions are contingent upon the results of a background
investigation and physical examination, including alcohol and drug
screening. Applicants must meet residence requirement. EOE/M/F/D
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