New

Museum Preparator

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

$33,540 - $36,316

United States, North Carolina, Greensboro

Apr 01, 2025

Posting Details

Requisition Number	S2965
Position Number	004510
Position Classification Title	Curatorial Technician
Functional Title	Museum Preparator
Position Type	Staff
University Information	Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	Embracing its public service role, the Weatherspoon Art Museum at UNC Greensboro fosters the ability of art to impact lives and connect multiple communities. WAM is internationally known for its collections of American paintings, sculptures, and works on paper and for its exhibitions that help broaden the story of American art. The collection of approximately 7,000 objects represents all major art movements from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. The Weatherspoon Art Museum at UNC Greensboro was founded by Gregory Ivy in 1941 and is the earliest of any art facility within the UNC system. The museum was founded as a resource for the campus, community, and region and its early leadership developed an emphasis-maintained to this day-on presenting and acquiring modern and contemporary works of art. In 1989, the museum moved into its present location in The Anne and Benjamin Cone Building designed by the architectural firm Mitchell Giurgula. The museum has six galleries and a sculpture courtyard with over 17,000 square feet of exhibition space. The American Alliance of Museums accredited the Weatherspoon in 1995 and renewed its accreditation in 2005, 2015, and 2025.
Position Summary	This position supports the museum's priorities through the timely and thorough completion of all aspects of collection care/preparation and exhibition installation. This includes handling, preparing, installing, storing, packing, and shipping artwork. This individual executes safe handling and movement of artwork to support teaching with the collections. This position reports to the Museum Registrar and works in close collaboration with the Lead Preparator on most tasks. All Weatherspoon staff support the Museum Director in developing a vibrant and engaged community by promoting the museum's strategic framework and goals.
Minimum Qualifications	HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY AND ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE THAT DEMONSTRATES POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in experience and certification. Two years of relevant professional experience. Knowledge of matting and framing of works on paper; lighting; or the presentation of new media. Knowledge of safe art-handling practices. Demonstrated understanding of methods and practices of exhibition installation. Proficiency with standard office editing and scheduling platforms. Ability to participate in a team-based environment. Ability to handle artworks with care, use power tools, lift up to 50lb on one's own, and climb and work from ladders. A valid driver's license to transport artwork.
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name, Company Name, Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number
Recruitment Range	$33,540 - $36,316
Org #-Department	Weatherspoon Art Museum - 11001
Work Hours of Position	8 A.M. - 5 P.M. M-F
Number of Months per Year	12
Posting Requirements
Job Family	Information & Education
Career Banded Title	Curatorial Technician
Open Date	04/01/2025
Close Date	04/30/2025
FTE	1.000
FLSA	Non-Exempt
If other, please indicate
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Salary Grade Equivalency