Preparator

** Job Posting

Title:

** Preparator**---
- **** Hiring Department:
** Jack S Blanton Museum of Art**---
- **** Position Open To:
** All Applicants**---
- **** Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

** 40**---
- **** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt from FLSA**---
- **** Earliest

Start Date:

** Immediately**---
- **** Position Duration:
** Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2029**---
- ***
* Location:

** UT MAIN CAMPUS**---
- **** Job Details:
**** General Notes
** The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art,
* Austin,
* in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.  There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve.  With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.  

Benefits eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to the University of Texas at Austin employees.  Blanton staff also have access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.  The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents.  

No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community.  We invite you to view and apply for this professional opportunity.  - Please note this is a three-year term position (subject to renewal based on funding and performance).  
** Purpose
* * To ensure the proper care, handling, installation, and maintenance of the museum’s permanent collection, exhibitions, and loans by collaborating with preparators and registrars. This role supports the preservation and presentation of artworks through art handling, housing, matting, framing, storage upkeep, and assistance with art movements and documentation.  
** Responsibilities
* ** Responsible for managing and maintaining museum-wide artwork lighting systems, including bulb replacement, inventory control, purchasing, equipment upkeep, light and UV meter calibration, and collaboration on lighting research and best practices to ensure optimal art presentation and conservation.
* Responsible for placing orders when new equipment is needed after completing research, discussion with appropriate curator and other collections and exhibitions staff.
* Assist with receiving and releasing works of art as well as loading and unloading from vans/trucks and secure each shipment, in coordination with assigned registrar.
* Responsible for maintenance of art preparation areas, keeping all tools and supplies secure and in stock. Responsible for keeping all art storage rooms clean and well supplied.
* In coordination with Head of Installation, maintain lists of all display furniture and its storage locations.
* Prepare works of art for loan, installation or storage as scheduled by registrars or conservator (i.e. secure existing frame, add felt linings or spacers, glaze, attach backing boards, construct special mounts, retrofit crates, etc.).
* Handle works of art in various situations according to BMA guidelines and standard museum practices; install, de-install, pack and unpack works of art, always following provided instructions, or improving them for the safety of the objects, in coordination with the assigned registrar.
* Travel as needed as courier for loans and…