Collections Move Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Milwaukee Public Museum - Milwaukee, WI, Salary Range: $15.45Hourly, MPM is seeking 1 temporary, part-time Collections Move Technician to support the museum’s goal of moving its 4 million object collection to a new building.  This position will operate within the Cultural Sciences but may be asked to assist with projects across all collections. This technician will work collaboratively under the supervision of the museum’s Collections Move Project Assistant.  Initial work will focus on work in the History collections. In addition to these tasks, future projects may include preparing and packing anthropological material and assisting with natural science projects on an as-needed basis.

While most of the work will be done at MPM, some work may be done at an offsite storage location or at the site of the new museum.  

This position will require consistent standing, bending, and lifting throughout the day and tasks that require repetitive movements for long periods of time.

The schedule for the position is Monday through Thursday from 8:30 – 3:30, and the position will run for approximately 1 year with the possibility for extension.  To perform this job successfully, ideal candidates will be expected to complete the following duties: 

Safely handle and manipulate museum objects 
Read and transcribe identifying numbers from object labels, catalog books, and catalog cards 
Swiftly generate digital records from transcribed data into a spreadsheet 
Create, tie, and attach barcodes to museum objects
Photograph objects and drawers of objects as required 
Critically assess object stability and material makeup, pre-packing 
Pack and unpack various types of objects safely and securely 
Fabricate basic packing supports out of archival materials 
Construct crates and other large scale packing material 
Operate a standard pallet jack to move packed crates 
Perform basic operations within the museum’s collections database, EMu 
Other move-related collections duties as assigned 

Education and/or Experience: 

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Museum Studies or a related field (complete or in-progress), along with past experience with museum collections.  A documented history of collections experience may be substituted for a formal degree.

Competencies: 

Comfortable undertaking fine dexterity work and handling delicate materials 
Ability to complete repetitive tasks consistently, while maintaining accuracy, safety, and integrity
Detail oriented, with strong problem-solving skills 
Ability to wear PPE appropriate to the tasks assigned 
Strongly developed 3D-spatial reasoning skills 
Capable of working independently and as part of a team 
The ability to use a ladder, and spend much of the day standing, bending, and lifting 
Familiarity with Microsoft products, with specific experience in Excel 
Proficient typing skills

Benefits:

Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off package
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Free Museum Membership
Museum Shop, Food & Beverage Discounts
Parking Subsidy/Discounted Bus Pass  

The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM): The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) is a natural and human history museum located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The museum is among the oldest in the United States, with a history dating back to the 1850’s. We offer great career opportunities for people with all levels of training, experience, and education. We are a composition of diverse and talented staff working together as a team to offer our visitors the best possible immersive experience in learning and enjoyment.

A career with the Milwaukee Public Museum allows you to connect your skills and abilities in a rewarding position with a non-profit organization doing good work in our community. MPM provides an unlimited opportunity to gain knowledge about our world, as you connect with visitors, donors, innovative staff members, curious students, interns and volunteers in your day-to-day-work. See what MPM has to offer and consider applying today!

The Milwaukee Public Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.