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Museum Gallery Technician sought to oversee and contribute to the day-to-day operational management of the museum's gallery spaces, ensuring exhibit upkeep, maintenance, and development.

Job Description

The Museum Gallery Technician will be responsible for coordinating and performing routine maintenance on exhibits, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing training to staff and volunteers. The role involves planning and performing complex tasks related to exhibits, ensuring operational functionality and cohesive presentation. The technician will also assist in collecting and analyzing data to improve exhibit performance, support the design of new exhibits, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform routine maintenance on exhibits to ensure all parts, digital screens, and interactive elements are fully operational.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of exhibits and gallery spaces and undertake regular detailed maintenance to address exhibit issues promptly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical or functional issues with exhibits and gallery equipment as they arise.
• Coordinate purchasing of supplies and equipment, manage inventory and coordination of supplies for exhibits.
• Assist with the installation of physical and digital components within the exhibit space, ensuring operational functionality and cohesive presentation.
• Manage exhibition development, coordinating work of external contractors and scheduling project work flow.
• Coordinate with sources external to the team for operations, such as campus security and building operations.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with museum safety rules and procedures, making sure all new technologies and digital interfaces meet safety and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate on the implementation of UBC's Indigenous Strategic Plan within museum operations, focusing on inclusivity and community engagement.
• Assist in the coordination of exhibit opening events, including setup of technical equipment and aesthetic aspects.
• Plan and oversee the setup of technical equipment and displays for special events or exhibit launches.
• Support the Exhibit Research and Development Manager in the development and implementation of new exhibits by providing technical expertise and operational feedback.
• Assist in conducting safety checks and compliance audits for all exhibit areas, ensuring alignment with the latest safety regulations and museum policies.
• Participate in safety training sessions and help in disseminating updated safety guidelines and procedures to staff and volunteers.
• Support the development of program materials, providing design, fabrication, printing assistance to educational staff.
• Assist in training and mentoring new educators and guides, ensuring they are well-prepared to deliver engaging and accurate exhibit content to museum audiences.

Requirements

• Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in museum operations, exhibit design, or fabrication.