Circus Preparator; Part-Time​/OPS

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Job Title: Circus Preparator (Part-Time/OPS)
Location: Sarasota, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job : 61451

Department:
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University. Learn more about The Ringling at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Responsibilities: The part-time Circus Preparator works within the Tibbals Learning Center, Historic Circus Galleries, The Howard Brothers Circus Model, and with historic circus artifacts within The Ringling’s Circus Collection. This role reports directly to the Tibbals Exhibition Manager, while working with the larger Circus team, handling, installing, transporting, framing, packing/crating, lighting, A/V, rigging, and fabricating casework and supports of objects within the museum’s custody.

• Object handing for installations and collections care
• Helping with
  • The production of exhibitions
  • Making exhibition furniture (Using power tools)
  • The installation and maintenance of exhibitions
• Maintaining:
  • A/V and computers used in exhibitions
  • Lighting systems (Using ladders and lifts)
• Monitoring environment to include the safety of objects and condition of exhibitions
• Performing other duties and projects as assigned that support museum operations, including general assistance for the Circus department at the museum

• HS Diploma or GED
• Valid Florida driver’s License or ability to obtain prior to hire (driver's permit is not acceptable)
• Ability to deadlift 50 lbs. or more, climb ladders, work in small spaces, and at heights of 25 feet or more

• Ability to:
  • Work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
  • Effectively manage time, set priorities, and work independently
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
• Experience with:
  • General carpentry and painting skills
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Installing art/artifacts within a gallery or museum
  • Using pallet jacks, J bars, dollies, and/or hand trucks
  • Museum collections policies and procedures
  • Gallery lighting
  • Driving lifts
  • Low voltage electrical repair
  • AV systems
  • Matting/Framing
  • Art/Artifact transportation and/or packing
• Background or interest in Art, Art History, or Circus History

For more information, technical assistance, or should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please contact Ringling Human Resources at  or employment.

$17 - $20.60 per hour based on education, skills, and experience (20 hours a week)

Applicants should apply to Florida State University at  If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU >
Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

• This is an OPS/part-time job.
• Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.
• Work Location:
  
  Sarasota, FL
• This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Working hours will fall between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday (20 hours a week). This role may be required to work evenings or weekends occasionally based on the needs of The Ringling.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.