Exhibits Fabricator
Salary
$43,509.31 - $50,035.70 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9154-0475-20260819HS
Department
0475 - ARCHIVES-ARCHIVES & HISTORY
Opening Date
08/24/2026
Closing Date
9/8/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$43,509.31
Agency Maximum Salary
$50,035.70
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History, established in 1902, collects, preserves, and provides access to the states archival resources. Today, this mission continues through the efforts of the departments five divisions. Our mission is to preserve Mississippis diverse historic resources and share them with people worldwide, inspiring the discovery of stories that connect our lives and shape our future. Agency contact: Laura Rawson, Personnel Manager, lrawson@mdah.ms.gov
About the Position
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) is seeking a skilled and creative Exhibits Fabricator to join the Curatorial Services Section of the Museum Division. This supervisory position constructs exhibit components, assists with exhibit installation and deinstallation, and maintains existing exhibits across MDAH museum sites. The position supervises exhibit fabrication projects and builds highly specialized, museum-quality components, including platforms, cases, crates, artifact mounts, and large scenic elements. The candidate must have strong spatial reasoning skills to translate conceptual designs into finished products and should have experience and proficiency with detailed work such as sanding, painting, laminating, and detailing components to achieve a specific high-end aesthetic finish. The candidate should be knowledgeable of ADA accessibility and compliance standards. The position works closely with the conservator, collections staff, exhibits staff, and other museum personnel to ensure exhibit components meet established museum standards and project specifications and to develop ideas for temporary, traveling, and permanent exhibits. The candidate must be receptive to feedback and effectively collaborate with others throughout the exhibit development and installation process. As supervisor of exhibit maintenance staff, the candidate must demonstrate strong communication and collaborative leadership skills and serve as exhibit project manager as assigned. Additional responsibilities include addressing routine and emergency maintenance needs; preparing galleries for exhibitions, including the installation of lighting elements and temporary walls; maintaining and repairing existing exhibits; purchasing and stocking supplies and materials for construction and maintenance; coordinating with and administering contracts for outside vendors; and assisting with other museum facility and exhibit-related needs as assigned.
What youll need to be Successful
A strong work ethic, effective workflow management, sound problem-solving and decision-making skills, and a high level of accountability. The ideal candidate will be dependable, organized, and committed to producing high-quality work while consistently meeting deadlines. The applicant should have strong skills in general construction, carpentry, and painting; be able to lift heavy loads over 50 lbs.; be comfortable working on ladders and lifts; and maintain organization and efficiency in a carpentry workshop.
Preferred Qualifications
This position typically requires a bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university and four years of relevant experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: Preferred fields of study include museum studies, industrial arts, theater or scenic design, fine arts, or a closely related discipline; Preferred Experience using power tools, including specialized tools like large material cutters, and digital fabrication tools like a CNC router is preferred.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $43,509.31–$50,035.70 Per Year |
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