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Museum Custodian (PI)

Job Description and Duties

MUSEUM CUSTODIAN (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) – CENTRAL VALLEY DISTRICT / CULTURAL RESOURCES / COLUMBIA STATE HISTORIC PARK

The reporting location for this position is Columbia State Historic Park in Columba, CA. This position will work under the supervision of Museum Curator I.

The Museum Custodian (PI) is responsible for the daily preservation, cleaning, monitoring and protection of museum collections, exhibits, and museum facilities, primarily those of Columbia State Historic Park and also other parks in the Central Valley District as needed. The Museum Custodian (PI) will apply their knowledge of preservation, handling, and custodial techniques on and around museum collections and maintenance of a wide variety of material cultural objects and documentary materials. The Museum Custodian (PI) will also assist with ongoing collections and exhibit projects including inventories, cataloging, conditions assessment and research.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position may work up to 1500 hours in any calendar year.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

 

Working Conditions

This position will require lifting of at least 35 pounds, loading, unloading, and handling various materials and supplies while wearing a uniform and/or appropriate protective equipment. Exposure to dust, insects, and other environmental elements. Will practice professional preservation and handling techniques on or around museum objects. This position will demonstrate appropriate care and precautions not to cause damage or destruction to museum artifacts. This position may work for up to 1500 hours per year. The schedule is Monday through Friday and occasional weekend, or evening assignments may be scheduled.