POSITION AVAILABLE
Maryland Department of Planning
Maryland Historical Trust/Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
The Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory, a sub-program of the Maryland Historical Trust (Maryland Department of Planning) located at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum in Calvert County Maryland, is seeking an entry-level Assistant Conservator of archaeological materials. State of Maryland contractual position for one year (with possible renewal) with no State paid benefits, salary $15.00/hour. Position to start on or about November 1, 2008.
The Assistant Conservator will work under the direction of the Head Conservator on a wide range of archaeological objects from the National Park Service Colonial Jamestown Collection, including iron, copper alloy, ceramic, glass, leather, and wood. The Assistant Conservator will examine and document objects, perform analytical tests, prepare treatment proposals, perform conservation treatments, package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display, and submit full reports of all activities.
Applicant must have a degree in the conservation of objects from a recognized conservation degree program, or be a current student in such a program. Current students seeking a minimum 12-month internship, either post-graduate or as a graduation requirement, are eligible. Equivalent work-experience of two years practical conservation of archaeological materials may be accepted in lieu of a conservation degree. The applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds, work on ladders or in crouching positions, have experience with taking and processing photographs, and experience with computers operating the Windows OS, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, or other equivalent computer software. Prior training in health and safety and the use of lifting and moving equipment is desired. The applicant must be a US citizen or have a currently valid work visa.
To apply: Submit a CV and letter of interest to: Miriam Hensley, Personnel Officer Maryland Historical Trust, 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032.. Closing date: October 21, 2008. Equal Opportunity Employer
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