Education Specialist - Museum jobs in the United States

The New York State Museum’s Office of Cultural Education (OCE) is seeking applicants for the position of Museum Exhibit Specialist 1 (Audiovisual) in the Museum Exhibitions unit. Under the direction of a Museum Exhibit Specialist 2, the incumbent of this position will coordinate with other Museum staff in meeting the exhibit production schedule. Duties of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Fabricate and install specialized digital, audiovisual and security devices, including lighting apparatus’;
• Maintain and refurbish specifically identified exhibit areas and elements pertaining to audiovisual, security and computer interactive exhibits;
• Support audiovisual equipment for museum events, concerts and lectures;
• Perform regular maintenance and preventative maintenance on equipment, including projectors, audio-amplifiers, audio and video players, video displays, cameras, computer exhibit elements and security devices;
• Aid in exhibition installation, as needed; and
• Adjust and clean lighting devices, as required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This will be a permanent, non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of work history and training will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. The hours of this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, including weekend and evening coverage on a rotational basis.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $68,269 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by March 21, 2024 to ocejobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OCE-1373/27572) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20 days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.