RESEARCH & PRESERVATION SPECIALIST I
Conservator
Recruitment #21-005408-0001
Department | MDP Museum Services |
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Date Opened | 3/24/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 4/7/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $39,768.00 - $62,882.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Dionne Core |
Work Location |
Calvert
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Introduction
The Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) is the state agency dedicated to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Maryland’s past. Through research, conservation, and education, the Maryland Historical Trust assists the people of Maryland in understanding their historical and cultural heritage. Part of the Maryland Department of Planning (MDP), the Maryland Historical Trust serves as Maryland’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) pursuant to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM), an agency of the Maryland Historical Trust, within the Maryland Department of Planning, is recruiting for a full time Archaeological Conservator. JPPM is located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, and is the State Museum of Archaeology and a center for both regional and statewide archaeological research. It is home to the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab), which houses over 8 million artifacts. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM) connects people to the past through history and archaeology and supports the preservation of Maryland's cultural and natural resources. www.jefpat.org
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Conservation Surveys
Carry out condition and conservation surveys for revenue generating projects to determine conservation priorities.
Documentation and Photography
Record technical information into the conservation database for the purposes of producing Conservation Reports for clients.
Take before and after treatment photographs as part of the Conservation Report submittal.
Artifact Treatment
Carry out passive and interventive conservation treatments, including but not limited to mechanical cleaning, desalination, structural fills, environmental packaging and reconstruction.
Ensure that all work is performed in compliance with the American Institute of Conservation’s Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.
Technical Monitoring
Perform quantitative tests throughout chemically interventive treatments such as vacuum freeze drying, desalination and PEG impregnation.
X-radiography/Analytical Testing
X-ray artifacts in conjunction with conservation surveys or as needed to perform specific conservation treatments.
Perform material characterization tests to assist archaeologists and curators in their research of artifacts or to identify materials to determine appropriate conservation treatments.
Personnel Interaction
Work with Head Conservator and clients to determine conservation needs and to develop appropriate conservation strategies.
Keep staff up to date regarding treatment progress and developments.
Package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display
General lab maintenance
Assist with JPPM sponsored events
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Applicant must have a degree in the conservation of objects from an accredited conservation degree program.
Experience: Applicant must have three years of practical experience treating archaeological materials. This includes artifact documentation, performing analytical tests, preparing treatment proposals, interventive and passive treatments, packing or mounting artifacts for transport, storage or display, and preparing reports.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Preferred Candidate should possess the following:
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Experience with taking and processing photographs
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Experience with Windows Office Suite (Word, Excel and Access) or other equivalent computer software
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Prior training in health and safety and the use of lifting and moving equipment.
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The ability to be able to lift 50 pounds, work on ladders or in crouching positions.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service needs to be provided before hire.
All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
Department of Budget and Management
Recruitment and Examination Division
301 W. Preston St., Suite 608
Baltimore, MD 21201
Attn: For inquiries regarding this recruitment, please call 410 767-4850
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the on-line or paper application. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410-767-3623.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
Bilingual applicants are also encouraged to apply.
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