Collections Move Preparator

The Collections Move Preparator will be a member of the Collections Move team responsible for

overseeing a major relocation and rehousing initiative of the Bruce Museum’s permanent

collection. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving and unpacking objects,

assessing housing, and designing and fabricating new archival boxes and storage mounts as

required for the preservation of the collection.

Responsibilities

• Designs and fabricates archival mounts and housing for a diverse collection of art and

material culture objects, representing a wide range of cultures and time periods, as well as

natural history objects including taxidermy, fossils, minerals, and dry specimens.

• Creates and manages archival housing production schedule in coordination with incoming

transport schedule.

• Prepares storage furniture for objects and physically relocates collections objects into

storage furniture, collaborating with Collections Move team and relevant Museum staff for

additional support when required.

• Communicates regularly with Assistant Registrar for inventory control.

• Participates in regular meetings with the Collections Move team and initiates consultations

with Curatorial and Exhibitions departments where required.

• Maintains archival supply inventory, managing timely procurement of materials as needed.

• Maintains departmental fabrication workstation and tools, ensuring safe workplace

practices in the department and the Museum woodshop.

• Performs light cleaning of collection objects when appropriate, as determined by the

Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager.

Recommended Education, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a preparator in a museum, fine art crate manufacturer,

or similar environment required.• Knowledge of basic carpentry or drafting tools, ability to use hand and power tools with

precision.

• Expertise with accurate measurement taking and fabrication techniques.

• Understanding of archival and construction materials, familiarity with museum standard

practices for exhibiting, handling, and storing art and objects.

• Excellent communication skills and initiative to collaborate on solutions for complex

storage challenges, working with a team.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work is normally performed onsite in onsite collections storage areas or workshop, with

some office-based work.

• Prolonged periods of standing.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to work at heights (up to 14') using ladders/scissor lifts

• Some local travel may be required.

To apply: submit a cover letter and CV to [email protected] with the subject line applicant’s last name and “Collections Move Preparator.”

03/25/2025