Toledo Museum of Art
Base pay range
$27.00/hr - $27.00/hr Job Title:
Assistant Preparator Department:
Collections Reports to:
Director of Collections & Exhibitions FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Employment Status:
Full-Time Shift Available:
Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm Hourly Compensation:
$26.76 as set by the collective bargaining agreement Relocation:
This role is based in Toledo, Ohio. The successful candidate will be expected to work on-site and must be able to relocate to the area within a 30-minute commute. Deadline to Apply:
October 10, 2025 by 12:00pm Eastern Note: Some paragraphs in the original description were reformatted for clarity while preserving the same information. Summary
Assists with ensuring the safety of art in its handling and movement throughout the Museum campus. Develops skills for fabricating crates and exhibition furniture. Assists with maintaining shop equipment and exercises safe shop practices. Focuses on developing art preparator craft skills, confidence, and competence with and strong relationships with coworkers, specifically the Collections, Conservation and Curatorial Departments. Key Accountabilities
Handles and moves artwork during installation and de-installation in galleries and storage areas and moves crated or packed works on and off vehicles throughout the Museum campus. Acquires skills to create shop drawings based on information provided by the Senior Exhibition and Installation Designer. Assists with fabricating exhibition furniture including pedestals and platforms using wood, metal, paint, fabric, and other materials. Assists in fabricating new or retrofitting existing crates for transportation of artwork. Packs and unpacks artwork. Acquires knowledge and skills for preparing museum galleries for display of artwork including painting, rough and finish carpentry, and exhibition and gallery lamping. Installs gallery labels and didactics for both collections and exhibition galleries. Assists with maintaining functional and safe carpentry shop including recommending the purchase and repair of hand and power tools and safety equipment, cleaning and organizing of equipment and supplies, and complying with OSHA regulations related to the operation of equipment and handling of materials. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Relationships
Reports to the Director of Exhibitions & Collections. Builds strategic working relationships while working closely with the Collections, Curatorial, and Conservation Departments. Education And Experience
Requires college-level coursework in studio art, art history or related discipline. Bachelor’s degree in an art related field preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years' related work experience in a museum setting that includes regular handling and packing of works of art and at least 1-2 years of experience with finish carpentry work or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates selected for the interview process may be asked to provide images of builds to demonstrate carpentry and fabrication skills and images of art installations. Knowledge of and/or experience with archival and conservation procedures and materials is a plus. Anticipated return demonstration of art preparator skills during a 12-to-18-month period to advance to art preparator position. Specialized Knowledge, Competencies And Abilities
Must have a valid driver’s license; must be insurable through TMA insurance company. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; basic algebra and geometry. Ability to read floor plans, mechanical and architectural drawings related to exhibition furniture construction and layouts. Experience with Collection Databases, preferably The Museum System, is strongly desired. Familiarity with design software is a plus. Willingness to learn new software applications. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment screening. Work Environment and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds and may need to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for art handling and up to 250 lbs for crates. The employee must work with a wide range of hand and power tools and maintain a safe, efficient work environment. Benefits
Eligible upon date of employment Eligible after successful completion of the 60 worked day probationary period 20 Days of Paid Time Off Annually 6 Paid Holidays Annually 2 Floating Holidays Annually 3 Paid Volunteer Days Annually Birthday Paid Day Off Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 403b Retirement Savings Plan Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance Plans Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Plan Museum Family Membership Employee Discounts in the Museum Store, Café, Studio Art Classes, & More Equal Opportunity
The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567) 666-0387. Note: This description reflects core responsibilities and requirements for the role and does not imply a contractual commitment. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Toledo Museum of Art.
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$27.00/hr - $27.00/hr Job Title:
Assistant Preparator Department:
Collections Reports to:
Director of Collections & Exhibitions FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Employment Status:
Full-Time Shift Available:
Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm Hourly Compensation:
$26.76 as set by the collective bargaining agreement Relocation:
This role is based in Toledo, Ohio. The successful candidate will be expected to work on-site and must be able to relocate to the area within a 30-minute commute. Deadline to Apply:
October 10, 2025 by 12:00pm Eastern Note: Some paragraphs in the original description were reformatted for clarity while preserving the same information. Summary
Assists with ensuring the safety of art in its handling and movement throughout the Museum campus. Develops skills for fabricating crates and exhibition furniture. Assists with maintaining shop equipment and exercises safe shop practices. Focuses on developing art preparator craft skills, confidence, and competence with and strong relationships with coworkers, specifically the Collections, Conservation and Curatorial Departments. Key Accountabilities
Handles and moves artwork during installation and de-installation in galleries and storage areas and moves crated or packed works on and off vehicles throughout the Museum campus. Acquires skills to create shop drawings based on information provided by the Senior Exhibition and Installation Designer. Assists with fabricating exhibition furniture including pedestals and platforms using wood, metal, paint, fabric, and other materials. Assists in fabricating new or retrofitting existing crates for transportation of artwork. Packs and unpacks artwork. Acquires knowledge and skills for preparing museum galleries for display of artwork including painting, rough and finish carpentry, and exhibition and gallery lamping. Installs gallery labels and didactics for both collections and exhibition galleries. Assists with maintaining functional and safe carpentry shop including recommending the purchase and repair of hand and power tools and safety equipment, cleaning and organizing of equipment and supplies, and complying with OSHA regulations related to the operation of equipment and handling of materials. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Relationships
Reports to the Director of Exhibitions & Collections. Builds strategic working relationships while working closely with the Collections, Curatorial, and Conservation Departments. Education And Experience
Requires college-level coursework in studio art, art history or related discipline. Bachelor’s degree in an art related field preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years' related work experience in a museum setting that includes regular handling and packing of works of art and at least 1-2 years of experience with finish carpentry work or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates selected for the interview process may be asked to provide images of builds to demonstrate carpentry and fabrication skills and images of art installations. Knowledge of and/or experience with archival and conservation procedures and materials is a plus. Anticipated return demonstration of art preparator skills during a 12-to-18-month period to advance to art preparator position. Specialized Knowledge, Competencies And Abilities
Must have a valid driver’s license; must be insurable through TMA insurance company. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; basic algebra and geometry. Ability to read floor plans, mechanical and architectural drawings related to exhibition furniture construction and layouts. Experience with Collection Databases, preferably The Museum System, is strongly desired. Familiarity with design software is a plus. Willingness to learn new software applications. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment screening. Work Environment and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds and may need to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for art handling and up to 250 lbs for crates. The employee must work with a wide range of hand and power tools and maintain a safe, efficient work environment. Benefits
Eligible upon date of employment Eligible after successful completion of the 60 worked day probationary period 20 Days of Paid Time Off Annually 6 Paid Holidays Annually 2 Floating Holidays Annually 3 Paid Volunteer Days Annually Birthday Paid Day Off Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 403b Retirement Savings Plan Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance Plans Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Plan Museum Family Membership Employee Discounts in the Museum Store, Café, Studio Art Classes, & More Equal Opportunity
The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567) 666-0387. Note: This description reflects core responsibilities and requirements for the role and does not imply a contractual commitment. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Toledo Museum of Art.
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