The Birmingham Museum of Art seeks a Chief Preparator. Duties include, but are not limited to, supervision and training of a full time staff of 4-5 preparators; installing and maintaining permanent collection galleries and temporary exhibition spaces; working with the exhibition designer to install exhibitions, didactics, and graphics. Qualifications include a minimum of five years preparation experience; strong organizational, communication, and personnel skills; ability to work with other staff members at all levels; training or experience in professional museum archival preservation/maintenance techniques and procedures; knowledge of the latest packing and crating techniques; the ability to interpret construction drawings; experience with power tools; knowledge of the physical properties of art, conservation techniques, and construction materials; ability to develop and manage budgets. Must have prior supervisory experience with proven management skills and the ability to communicate and work with a diverse constituency. A working knowledge of computers is a plus. Experience with and knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and guidelines. The ability to lift weights up to 100 pounds when needed with assistance. Application deadline: September 30, 1999. Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) interview available. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and salary history to: Donald A. Wood, Ph.D., Chief Curator, Birmingham Museum of Art, 2000 8th Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35203. EOE/AA/ADA employer. ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ museum-l.html. You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).