Lead Installer/Preparator Position Available In Watauga, North Carolina

Lead Installer/Preparator
Appalachian State University
in Boone, NC

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Full-Time

Salary:

$40,766-42,912

Posted:

04/16/2025

Application Due:

05/01/2025

Category:

Arts and Museum Administration Lead Installer/Preparator Department:

Office of Arts Engagement – 540400 Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the area related to the area of assignment and one year of experience, which demonstrates the attainment of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Special Note:

This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions. License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions
The Lead Installer/Preparator is a curatorial specialist position at Appalachian State University. This position is instrumental to the implementation of the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts’ programming through the supervision of and participation in all technical and mechanical aspects for the preparation and installation/de-installation of approximately 12-15 exhibitions per year in 6 changing gallery spaces and additional interior and exterior sites across campus (Smith Gallery – Summer installation in conjunction with An Appalachian Summer Festival, Arts Corridor, and the Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition), as they relate to the Center’s mission.
The Installation Manager, Lead Installer/Preparator reports directly to the Curator and works closely with the Collections Manager at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts and is a vital member of the Turchin Center’s curatorial team.

Areas of Responsibilities & Duties include:

Installation:

Facilitates the installation and de-installation of exhibitions including site-specific and new media installations using museum best practices
Manages the receiving, shipping, handling, packing, and storage of artworks according to museum standards
Designs and fabricates custom mounts and exhibition furniture, building and installing temporary walls
Oversees lighting and HVAC monitoring in the galleries and works with the Collections Manager to monitor the permanent collection storage facilities.
Coordinates and manages art installation schedules with the Curator, Collections Manager, Housekeeping, Visitor and Donor Services, Curatorial Assistants, and any additional contract personnel as necessary

Gallery Management and Maintenance:

Supervises the general maintenance of all gallery spaces, workspaces and tool storage. This includes daily gallery inspections and daily inspections of works on view in temporary exhibitions and assisting with follow-up arrangements in the event of damage, deterioration, etc. with the Collections Manager and Curator
Performs weekly gallery walkthroughs, as well as, scheduling and supervising a team of interdepartmental staff who perform daily security walkthroughs to check for security, temperature and humidity, pest, or any other concerns with collections manager
Coordinates with the Office Manager in submitting work orders to the university’s department of facilities, working with facility personal to implement necessary upgrades, repairs, and various building improvements in the Turchin Centers physical structures
Must have good dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to climb and work on ladders up to 75 feet in the air for extended periods of time, to reach works of art above shoulder level; to lift heavy objects (up to 75 pounds).
Coordinates the installation of the Outdoor Rosen Sculpture exhibition and Arts Cooridor including contracting the crane and rigging services.

Leadership/Supervision:

Trains and supervises student workers assisting with preparation, installation and de-installation to complete all projects on schedule
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team-oriented environment in the department that extends to other museum departments.
Serves as the Emergency Building Coordinator by assisting university safety and emergency personal.

Organizational Functions:

Fully participate as a team member of the TCVA staff by working closely with staff colleagues in the curatorial, education, outreach, marketing, visitor/member services, administrative and financial areas of the center’s operations
Attend and participate in staff meetings, planning sessions and retreats, and other meetings, as necessary
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Knowledge and study of studio art, museum studies, art history or other fields related to the arts
Tested art handling and project managing skills
Graphic design proficiency desired
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under deadline
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in studio art, museum studies, art history, or a related field
3 years of related experience
Graphic design proficiency

Work Schedule/Hours:

40 hours per/week (8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday), with occasional evening and weekend hours required.

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$40,766-42,912

Closing Date:

5/1/2025 To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50529 Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. jeid-2cf645102ed6794fabe95844ea0a4e49
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