Title: Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) State Role Title: Media Specialist II Hiring Range: $40,000 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Location: MAIN MUSEUM Agency Website: https://vmfa.museum/ Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) seeks a dynamic and energetic Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) in the Department of Exhibition Design & Production. This position supports the Exhibition Department in the presentation of the Museum's collection and special exhibitions to its audiences both local and statewide. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Fabricate display casework, pedestals, and architectural elements involved in the installation of the Museum's temporary exhibitions and permanent gallery displays, adhering to the high standards of quality and appearance that the Museum requires. Read, review, and assess the architectural drawings used in such work. Consult with the designers regarding mechanical application of design ideas. All VMFA staff enjoy museum benefits like free admission to special exhibitions, previews of special exhibitions, employee pricing for select museum programs and classes, and discounts at Amuse Restaurant, Best Cafe, and VMFA Shop. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and skills in cabinetmaking and woodworking techniques, methods, and materials, and joinery techniques. Skill in the operation of carpentry shop tools and other fabrication equipment, as well as the safety precautions and practices associated with them, such as CNC machine routers, jigsaws, handsaws, crosscut saw, panel saws, planers, construction, and joiners. A working knowledge of museum exhibit fabrication and installation, and of furniture design, construction, and painting. Some knowledge of art conservation principles. Demonstrated ability to perform a wide range of carpentry and cabinet making work; to work with tight deadlines and adapt to last minute changes; to work with a variety of materials and to different tolerances, and to know which are appropriate in different situations. Additional Considerations Industrial arts training and cabinet making experience. Experience in building museum displays preferred. Knowledge and skills in cabinetmaking and woodworking techniques, methods, and materials, and joinery techniques. Skills in using various hand tools and power tools, including the ability to expertly and safely use and maintain various types of equipment such as CNC machine routers, jigsaws, handsaws, crosscut saw, panel saws, planers, shapers, and joiners, as well as painting equipment. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Please submit three (3) references. Provide full name, phone number, and email address. References may be attached in a separate document in the "other" field in the portal; or they may be included with the resume or cover letter. Professional references are preferred. Other reference types will also receive consideration. References should be able to attest to your knowledge, skills, and abilities, especially qualifications relevant to the position for which you are applying. Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check. Interested individuals must submit an online application. This posting will close at 11:55 p.m. on the designated closing date. Please contact the HR office at recruitment@vmfa.museum if you need assistance. VMFA is an EEO/AA and Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer. Diverse and inclusive hiring practices are at the heart of what we do at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Contact Information Name: Human Resources Services Phone: please email Email: recruitment@vmfa.museum In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.