Assists in the preparation, planning, construction and maintenance of museum exhibits; coordinates educational programs for a museum in a state agency or institution; manages the registration of museum collections and maintenance of collection records.
Performs research for exhibits and the documentation of collections.Assists in planning exhibits and educational programs; participates in strategic planning sessions and may assist in the budget process for a particular area.Collects objects for various areas in the museum.Prepares exhibit catalogues, brochures and other descriptive materials; provides information necessary to prepare media releases; writes articles for scholarly publications.Designs displays and installs exhibits.Conditions articles for preservation.Conducts tours and assists the public with inquiries.Supervises museum support personnel; plans and directs work of docents and volunteers.
Knowledge of museum procedures, techniques and required tools and materials. Knowledge of methods and techniques of restoring and preserving museum objects, specimens and artifacts. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing collections. Knowledge of environmental storage requirements. Ability to plan, organize and construct effective exhibits. Ability to oversee the work of volunteers or support personnel. Ability to communicate effectively.
A bachelor's degree in history, museology or a related field.