Pre-program Conservation Intern, Wooden Objects (Parks and Recreation Aide 6)

NY HELP No

Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

Title Pre-program Conservation Intern, Wooden Objects (Parks and Recreation Aide 6)

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade Hourly

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $21.57 to $21.57 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Monday - Friday: Specific hours will be discussed at the time of the interview

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Peebles Island State Park

City Cohoes

State NY

Zip Code 12047

Duties Description ABOUT NYS PARKS:Established in 1972, the Bureau of Historic Sites provides technical support to New York's state-owned parks and historic sites. It is headquartered at the Peebles Island Resource Center, a rehabilitated factory complex located in Peebles Island State Park, a scenic, 158-acre green space at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. The Bureau helps to safeguard New York's rich heritage through a variety of projects and programs that document, preserve, and interpret historic, cultural, and natural resources at state parks and historic sites. The Conservation Unit is made up of seven discipline-specific labs with separate dedicated workspaces, along with shared analytical equipment, photography studio, and spray booth. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under the supervision of a NYS Parks conservator, the selected candidate will perform various tasks related to the conservation and preservation of New York States historic collections. Job duties may include but are not limited to: Creation of custom storage housings for collections objects Writing examination reports and treatment proposals Conducting basic conservation treatments Working with TMS database to upload treatment documents Analysis of objects using X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy, and/or InGaAs Infrared imaging Photography of artworks before, during, and after treatment Preparation of solutions and mixtures for cleaning, adhering, varnishing, etc. Collecting and analyzing environmental data from HOBO dataloggersSupervision and training will be given in all of the above tasks; candidates are not expected to be able to perform these duties alone from the start. Other training may include: art handling, microscope use, and research/reading about conservation ethics, treatment philosophies, etc. Assistance with the preparation of a graduate-school-level portfolio will be offered.Work will take place mostly at the Parks facility on Peebles Island near Albany, NY, with the potential for some off-site day trips (during work hours, in a provided state vehicle driven by the supervisor). The intern will work in the Wooden Objects Conservation Lab mostly, but may interact with the six other conservation departments (Frames, Textiles, Paper, Paintings, Decorative Arts, and Architecture), based on available projects and interests of the candidate.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree or working towards a bachelors degree in studio art, art history, chemistry, history, archaeology, or another related field. An interest in pursuing a graduate degree in the conservation field. Previous experience in a conservation lab or research facility. Previous experience with woodworking or other 3-dimensional craft.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS: Organizational skills and attention to detail. Must possess basic computer skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with others. Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including medium-heavy lifting. Will be required to wear a half mask respirator with cartridges. BENEFITS:This position has the option to join the NYS Employees Retirement System. Is eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. Opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met.

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Name Paige Schmidt

Telephone

Fax

Email Address ...

Address

Street Peebles Island Resource Center

1 Delaware Ave

City Cohoes

State NY

Zip Code 12047

Notes on Applying Submit a CV and letter of interest to Paintings Conservator Paige Schmidt.Email: ... Address: Peebles Island Resource Center 1 Delaware Ave Cohoes, NY 12047 All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.