[NHCOLL-L:4615] Assistant conservator position at DMNS

[Heather.Thorwald at dmns.org]

ANNOUNCING A NEW POSITION:



Position: Assistant Conservator





The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is seeking an Assistant Conservator. Reporting to the Conservation Department Chair, the Assistant Conservator helps the DMNS implement museum standards and best stewardship practices to care for collections. In addition to preventive conservation, grant and loan activities, the Assistant Conservator will help prepare collections for a move into a new purpose-built storage facility. Specifically, activities will include examination, documentation, and treatment of anthropology, archaeology, and natural history objects. The Assistant Conservator will also consult with Collections Managers on the most appropriate methods and materials for mounts, packing and moving, and testing preservation methods and materials as appropriate. Green practices will be incorporated in the move and new facility.



Additional administrative duties include assisting with the development and implementation of the Museum Conservation Department work plan, budgets, Long-range Conservation Plan, Collections Move Protocols, and assisting with the writing and implementation of collections-related grants.



Masters of Art Conservation or equivalent experience in the preservation of museum collections is required. A minimum of three-four years museum experience is recommended. This position is term (expected 4-5 years), full time, and is salaried with health, dental, and retirement benefits. The closing date for applications is December 4, 2009. Start date will be as soon as possible after January 4, 2010.



The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to serving the needs of all our visitors and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.



Please send electronic resume and cover letter to HR at DMNS.org<mailto:HR at DMNS.org> or hard copy resume and cover letter to:



Denver Museum of Nature & Science              No phone calls please.

Box 33

2001 Colorado Blvd.

Denver, Colorado 80205


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