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This includes labeling and rehousing collection items, monitoring and treating collections for agents of deterioration, especially temperature, humidity, and pests, updating museum catalog information, organizing museum data, assisting with loan documentation, and more. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing.

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PART-TIME MUSEUM TECHNICIANDEPARTMENT: Community and Economic DevelopmentDIVISION: Union StationRate of pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour depending on experience/qualificationsFLSA: Part-time up to a maximum of 29 hours per week. Will work shifts including some evenings , holidays and weekends. <hr/>GENERAL PURPOSEThe Museums at Union Station preserve and share the history of Utah railroading, the history of Ogden, and the cultural heritage and legacy of everyone who has come through or lived in Ogden. We are seeking a Museum Technician to assist with museum activities, collections management, education, research, and exhibits. This will include cataloging museum collections, organizing museum data, doing historical research, assisting with exhibit development and implementation, and responding to inquiries and requests from the public. Provides visitor services such as museum tours as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.<h2 style="line-height:14.6pt">ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</h2>Under supervision of the Museum Administrator, this position performs work including:<ul><li style="line-height:115%">Assist with museum collections management, including accessions, deaccessions, and donation interest. This includes performing accurate historical research, determining provenance, documenting collections, and cataloging museum collection information.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assist with intellectual and physical care of museum collections. This includes labeling and rehousing collection items, monitoring and treating collections for agents of deterioration, especially temperature, humidity, and pests, updating museum catalog information, organizing museum data, assisting with loan documentation, and more.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assist with research requests from the public, using museum collections and reputable secondary sources.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assist in the development of new exhibits at the Union Station, including interpretive writing, historical thinking, and collections research.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing art shows and travelling exhibits.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assist in public outreach events as assigned. This may include leading tours, overseeing museum spaces, performing basic customer service, and more.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Assists with other duties as assigned.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree required in history, anthropology, art history, library science, or a related field. Prior experience in a museum, archives, or history organization is highly preferred.</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required.<ul><li style="line-height:107%">Experience in museum collections, archives, or library science is highly preferred</li><li style="line-height:107%">Proven interest in history, public history, social history, or history of science and technology in engagement for a general audience.</li><li style="line-height:107%">Demonstrated knowledge of research methodology, principles, and procedures</li><li style="line-height:107%">Skills in using computer software, including Office Suite products and Canva. Experiencing using PastPerfect is preferred.</li><li style="line-height:107%">Unusually detail-oriented and commitment to accuracy</li><li style="line-height:107%">Superior written communication skills and ability to communicate</li><li style="line-height:107%">Excellent verbal communication skills with internal partners and external stakeholders</li><li style="line-height:107%">Strong ability to work and collaborate with a team</li><li style="line-height:107%">Strong project management skills with a high level of organization and attention to detail</li><li style="line-height:107%">Highly motivated and well-organized in dealing with long-term project management</li></ul>The Museum Technician must commit to 29 hours per week. The Museums at Union Station provide a flexible work schedule to accommodate academic and work commitments.<h2>WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h2><ul><li>The work environment is primarily indoors with moderate noise and temperature levels. Occasional outdoor work may be required during events and programs.</li><li>The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.</li><li>Must possess the visual ability to see clearly at close (less than 20 inches) and far (20 feet or more) distances, and judge distances and spatial relationships.</li><li>Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing.</li><li>Applicants must be able to work some evenings and weekends. Schedule is primarily Wednesday through Saturday for 7 hours per day. This is subject to change.</li></ul><hr/>OGDEN CITY FULL JOB POSTING ATTACHED AS PDF

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